Dry scalp skin doesn’t necessarily lead to dandruff. A dry scalp might feel tight and slightly itchy, but you won’t see discernible flakes. Instead, the scalp might have a fine powdery surface.
With dandruff, on the other hand, you’ll notice larger, separate flakes, and your scalp will likely be very itchy.
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