If you struggle with eyebrow dandruff and it doesnt improve, its time to consult a healthcare provider.
The top causes of eyebrow dandruff wont improve on their own.
And without treatment, the problem can progress and cause more severe symptoms.
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Self-caremayease your dry, itchy eyebrow skin.
But getting an accurate diagnosis and learning the best way to put eyebrow dandruff into remission is essential.
Seborrheic Dermatitis
The most common cause of eyebrow dandruff isseborrheic dermatitis.
Dandruff(on your scalp) is a throw in of seborrheic dermatitis.
When it appears in babies, the same condition is called cradle cap.
This inflammatory condition causes patches of red, flaky, scaly, and itchy skin.
Consult your healthcare provider if you have psoriasis around your eyes because it can affect your vision.
Atopic dermatitis triggers when an overactive immune system causes inflammation.
Symptoms
Eyebrow dandruff causes visible symptoms underneath and around your eyebrows.
But when seborrheic dermatitis or contact dermatitis is the underlying cause, inflammation is a cardinal symptom.
Diagnosis
Your healthcare provider usually diagnoses eyebrow dandruff during a physical examination.
They will evaluate the appearance of your eyebrow skin and gather information about your current symptoms.
Its unusual to require a lab test to diagnose eyebrow dandruff.
In some cases, they may do a skin biopsy to identify or rule out specific skin conditions.
These shampoos contain medication that loosens dandruff, making it easier to remove.
Be sure not to get medicated shampoo in your eyes, though, as it can cause irritation.
Coconut oil and tea tree oil are two possible options.
However, tea tree oil should always be diluted with another oil and is toxic if swallowed.
Use Caution With Plant-Based Oils
Consult your healthcare provider before using plant-based oils for eyebrow dandruff.
Some oils treat eczema (seborrheic dermatitis); others may worsen it.
Summary
Eyebrow dandruff alone doesn’t always indicate a major health problem.
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