Many people view dandruff and acne as two separate conditions, yet the two have an intricate link that must be considered when discussing treatments for either condition.

Oily build-up, dandruff and dead skin cells on the scalp can combine and block pores causing acne breakouts. An anti-dandruff shampoo or homemade facial mask made with yoghurt and lemon juice could help alleviate these problems; alternatives could include anti-ageing solutions for men.

1. Excessive Oil Production

Sebum produced by your scalp glands helps hydrate skin and hair, but too much may cause a buildup of oil on the scalp that leads to itching and flaking.

If you suffer from oily dandruff, chances are your glands overproduce sebum and its production combines with sweat, dead skin cells and residue from hair products like hairsprays to create flaky patches on the scalp, according to certified trichologist Sumayah Jamal. She adds that it could also be an indicator of scalp psoriasis which is marked by red, scaly flakes.

Wet dandruff develops when your scalp produces too much sebum or is not washed frequently enough, leading to yellow, larger-sized flakes of wet dandruff clumping together and sticking tenaciously to your hair strands. Malassezia yeast overgrows when your scalp becomes oily; home remedies include increasing frequency of shampoo use with mild shampoos as well as taking a break from styling products altogether.

2. Dead Skin Cells

Dandruff causes skin cells to shed faster than usual, leading to an excess buildup of dead cells that clogs pores and causes acne breakouts. People experiencing severe dandruff may even notice its flaky remains falling onto other parts of their bodies such as their eyebrows, eyes or around ears; these flakes could combine with excess oil and debris from sweat glands in your scalp to clog your pores even further, leading to outbreaks.

Acne is often caused by hormonal fluctuations, stress levels and medications taken, or increased oil production from sebaceous glands. Acne can also be caused by Malassezia globosa – an naturally occurring microbe found on your scalp that mixes with sebum oil causing excessive shedding of dead skin resulting in excess sebum oil production by sebaceous glands which leads to excess shedding causing further acne breakouts and worsening both dandruff and acne symptoms. Cleaning with anti-dandruff shampoo as well as hot oil treatments or applying lemon juice can reduce their symptoms as can avoiding harsh chemical products like combs brushes and hair care products made with harsh chemicals may help protect you further against their adverse affects.

3. Clogged Pores

Dandruff and acne both share one thing in common: overactive oil glands on the skin’s surface. Excess oil mixes with shed dead skin cells, clogging pores and leading to bacteria growth – leading to inflamed pimples, cysts, blackheads and white flakes of dandruff forming on your scalp and skin.

Malassezia, the fungus responsible for dandruff, feeds on sebum produced by oil glands on your scalp and breaks it down to produce an oleic acid byproduct that causes scalp cells to cluster together and flake off as dandruff flakes.

People can develop dandruff due to several causes, including their genetic makeup, dry skin conditions, hormone changes or using certain hair products. Others may have overactive oil glands due to medication, stress or eating foods high in sugar; if both conditions exist together it’s important to address both issues simultaneously as treating one condition may help address another one.

4. Fungi

Malassezia, a type of fungus commonly found on the scalp, can contribute to dandruff and itching that could result in acne breakouts. Antifungal shampoo and scalp treatments may be useful in combatting fungal acne outbreaks.

Anti-dandruff shampoo, lemon juice application and massaging with hot oils have proven successful at managing acne associated with dandruff. Avoiding certain actions (tying hair in ponytail which spreads flakes across face) as well as overusing harsh products is also critical in managing both dandruff and acne effectively.

Dandruff and acne are closely connected; both conditions result from excess oil production and clogged pores, though dandruff is usually caused by fungus while acne typically results from bacteria and hormonal fluctuations. Fungus triggers both conditions; therefore eliminating dandruff may help manage both conditions simultaneously; antifungal shampoos or scalp treatments are the ideal solutions to address dandruff issues.