But fear not – there are some ways to combat it. The fungus that is the principal cause of dandruff is called Malassezia globosa, and it feeds off the oils on our skin and hair. But when it does ...

According to Dr Dixa Bhasvar, dandruff is mainly caused by the fungus Malassezia globosa, which breaks down any excess oil on ...

Malassezia (Pityrosporum ... Korea, 64% in United States) and M. globosa (45% in Canada, 34% in Spain, 21% in Japan, 60% in S. Korea, 41% in United States) and is summarized in Ashbee (2006).

Dandruff is often caused by a fungus called malassezia globosa, which thrives on excess oil on your scalp. READ MORE: 'Sad old dog' returned to dog shelter gets dramatic change of fortune READ MORE: ...

Nikki A. Levin, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Dermatology, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA. Note: The author reported no actual or potential ...