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Stay dandruff free this winter with Matrix Biolage Scalptherapie

~ Now stay dandruff free* this winter with Matrix Biolage Scalptherapie ~

One of the most common hair problems that people face today is Dandruff. Being seasonal in nature, its absence gives a fake impression of permanent riddance. But come winter and the snip in the air, the problem starts resurfacing. Matrix brings to you the professional solution for dandruff flakes – Biolage Scalptherapie Anti-Dandruff In-Salon Service and home-care.

MATRIX has two separate product categories – In- salon: Professional Anti-dandruff Purifying Service and At-home: Anti-dandruff shampoo. This complete Biolage Anti-dandruff Solution provides 5 scalp and hair benefits.

· Controls Dandruff Flakes* – Active ingredient ‘Piroctone Olamine’ eliminates dandruff flakes*

· Helps Prevent Recurrence Of Dandruff* – Active ingredient ‘Piroctone Olamine’ limits the growth of dandruff causing bacteria on the scalp

· Soothes Stressed Scalp – Restore scalp balance, leaving it more comfortable

· Eases Scalp Irritation – Soothing Biolage formula reduces scalp redness and itchiness

· Leaves Hair Healthy and Beautiful – The gentle Biolage formula purifies the scalp and leaves hair manageable with a healthy shine

This is a professional service, and is available only in MATRIX salons.

Visit your nearest MATRIX salon to get the latest Anti- dandruff in-salon service and purchase the Anti – dandruff shampoo from the salon for long lasting effect.

About MATRIX

Matrix, part of L’Oreal’s Professional Products Division, is the No. 1 professional hair color and haircare company in the US reaching out to over 275,000 salons across the globe. Matrix was founded in 1980 by Arnie Miller, an American hairdresser, with a vision to revolutionalize the salon industry and empower the hairdresser to Dream, Dare and Succeed.

Matrix offers an extensive portfolio of innovative, high quality products to cover every salon need across all categories – haircare, haircolor, styling and texture. All formulae feature advanced smart technology to deliver expert professional results and simplified solutions.

The Matrix product portfolio in India includes Socolor.beauty, Wonder.Brown and now Wonder.Black haircolor ranges, including special hi-lift shades for naturally dark Indian hair. The Biolage and Opti.care hair care range offers professional, in-salon hair treatments as well as home-use products. All Biolage products are developed using natural ingredients and the latest technology. Opti.Straight and Opti.Smooth hair straightening ranges provide two services – a quick, accessible straightening and a premium, luxury re-bonding service. Matrix also has a smart range of styling products Design Pulse.

Matrix products are distributed exclusively through Matrix Salons across India.

*visible flakes only with regular use

Dandruff – Types, Symptoms, Causes and Cures

Dandruff – Types, Symptoms, Causes and Cures

Dandruff is the condition where dead skin cells flake from the scalp. And this problem goes severe in winters coz of the dryness. It is said around 50% of the people have suffered from dandruff at some point in their lives.It is normal for dead skin cells to shed from the scalp but it causes dandruff when it starts shedding in thick layers.It may also be due to imbalance of our body function where our metabolism goes haywire.And that is also the reason why most people suffer from dandruff in their puberty or early 20s. It can be chronic i.e long term or due to some short term changes. It is more common in men and people with oily skin. And it may also cause acne on the face and neck especially the greasy dandruff.

There are two types of dandruff i.e dry and greasy.

1. Dry dandruff also known as Pityriasis-capitis is the condition of normal dry flakes shedding from the scalp. This occurs more in cold weather. It can be due to health, diet, stress, environment,etc

2. Greasy dandruff also known as Seborrhea Dermatitis is the condition where scalp is very greasy and the dandruff is thick,oily or scaly. This condition, if severe also needs medical attention and a dermatalogist should be consulted. In this condition scalp itches leading to redness of the scalp which may even cause scalp infection.

Symptoms :

  • Dry silvery white flakes           
  • Itching
  • Redness of the scalp
  • Inflammation
  • Hair Loss

Causes :

  • Improper Diet
  • Stress
  • Hard shampoos
  • Infrequent washing
  • Horomonal change
  • Excessive cold weather

Some natural remedies for curing :

  • The best and the most effective method for curing dandruff would be fenugreek (methi) seeds. Soak a handful of methi seeds in water overnight and grind them the next morning. Mix it with curd to get a liquid consistency and apply it on the scalp.Leave on for 30-45 mins and wash off normally. (I do this sometimes and guys THIS WORKS)
  • Hot Oil Therapy i .e massage the scalp with warm oil and fold it in a damp towel and leave on for 5-10 mins for the moisture to sink in. You can add 2 drops pf rosemary oil too.
  • Massage your scalp while oiling n shampooing with your fingers. This would increase the blood circulation on your scalp. You can also use an electronic massager like the one Parachute has. 
  • Applying a mix of lemon juice and vinegar (in 1:2 ratio) on oiled hair before a wash.
  • Avoid harsh shampoos.
  • One can use 2-3 drops of tea tree oil for the greasy dandruff.
  • Massaging scalp with baking soda before a wash.
  • Shampoos with salicylic acid also helps greasy dandruff. But do not use any anti dandruff shampoos more than once a week.
  • Apply a mixture of egg yolk and curd and leave on for 30 mins and rinse off.
  • Vitamin D i.e a bit of sun exposure also helps. 

 Phew..I felt like I was in the exam hall again :p
 Hope that helped.

Any other remedies you would like to suggest ?