True or false: women get dandruff more often than men
Dandruff is linked to an imbalance of the microbiome, which develops faster in areas rich in sebum. This combination results in oily dandruff sticking to the scalp in the form of thick flakes. Studies have found that, generally speaking, men are more likely to suffer from dandruff than women[1]. Research also suggests that certain ethnic groups are more likely to suffer from dandruff than others. Specifically, one study found dandruff prevalence was between 81–95% in African Americans, 66–82% in Caucasians, and 30–42% in Chinese.[2] Learn more about the difference between different types of dandruff.