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Finding a few flaky specs on your head isnt anything out of the ordinary.
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But in your brow hairs?
That might catch you off guard.
That said, its not exactly a one-size-fits-all diagnosis either.
So whats causing my eyebrow dandruff?
Colloquially, people often use dandruff as a catch-all term for any and all flakes.
But it can also be the reason youre shedding on your face too.
Technically, those frosty bits in your brows might not be dandruff (a.k.a.
seborrheic dermatitis) at all.
Instead, they could just be peeling, chapped,dry skin.
(In the event of a severe reaction, dont wait for it to get better.
Call 911, your local emergency number, or head to urgent care ASAP.)
This autoimmune skin condition can cause inflamed, mildly itchy, and scaly lesionsand your brows are no exception.
Still, its always a good idea to check in with an actual professional for a more accurate diagnosis.
That said, there are lots of home remedies and lifestyle tweaks worth trying first.
A pretty simple one?
Avoid harsh scrubbing, as this can further aggravate the skin, Dr. Mitchell says.
(For any pickers out there,hereare a few pointers on how to break that bad habit.)
Instead, consider adding achemical exfoliantinto your routine once a week.
Actives like salicylic acid andlactic acidcan gently lift away dead skin cells without traumatizing an already sensitive region.
Though if this isnt helping, thats a pretty solid sign youre dealing with something beyond just winter dryness.
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