The unpleasant smell of the scalp does not immediately disappear when using hair perfume. Moreover, when accompanied by excessive oil production that makes the hair greasy and sticky. This certainly should not be ignored because it greatly lowers self-confidence. Find out the causes and how to overcome them by listening to the following review from Dream, sourced from Cleveland Clinic.

The mixture of bacteria and sweat on the scalp can cause unpleasant odor. Fungus that grows and multiplies on the scalp can cause dandruff and unpleasant odor. Meanwhile, the presence of yeast on the scalp can cause seborrheic dermatitis and unpleasant odor.

Use products that contain apple cider vinegar or tea tree oil to treat smelly scalp. Try changing your diet by avoiding strongly smelling foods and causing excessive production of natural body oils. In addition, find a hair care product routine such as shampoo and conditioner that suits your hair condition to maintain scalp health and keep it smelling fresh.

Usually, a dermatologist will recommend products with specific active ingredients as well as topical and oral medications to address the triggers of unpleasant-smelling scalp. Report: Aykaputri Amalia Rahmani.