I am having some skin problems and my acne has increased tremendously. Could it be because of dandruff. However much I try I am not able to get rid of the dandruff. My friends tell me my acne and pimples could be because of dandruff. Is that possible. I have tried many anti dandruff shampoos but it does not give me permanent relief. What do I do?

Yes Aber you are right ……dandruff can lead to other problems like acne ….because the dry skin from dandruffs falls on your neck and face leading to acne.
Usually – anti dandruff shampoos will help ………in your case the problem seems to be severe……….your scalp seems to be very dry and need some nourishment….. so drink lot of water daily…eat green vegetables…also prepare a mixture from by mixing white of egg with lemon juice and apply it on the scalp - keep it on for an hour and wash it off with warm water……..later rinse your hair with mild rose water…….this will help a lot in reducing dandruff and acne.

Hey thanks a lot - I will do everything that you have said - Thanks again.

What you have to do is to try and get rid of the dandruff. Instead of looking for temporary cure through anti dandruff shampoos - find out what causes dandruff and try to get rid of it. This link will surely help you know more about it. http://www.coolnurse.com/dandruff.htm

Hello Friend,

I think the two are not connected. Treat Dandruff and acne seperately. Acne could be caused by many reasons, like hormones, excessively oily skin, certain foods, etc. If you have an oily skin, you could try washing your face more often with a mild soap, and keeping the face dry, do not use any talcum powders that could block the pores. Try this for a while and see if it works. For dandruff, if antidandruff shampoos do not work, it is best to consult a dermatologist and get some medication prescribed.