India, Dec. 7 -- Pollution extensively affects your body and multiple aspects of your health. You might think its adverse effects are limited to respiratory health, but it can impact your skin, scalp and even hair quality. Fine particles that are suspended in the air can settle on your hair and scalp, triggering irritation on the scalp. Dermatologist Dr Abhishek Pilani, founder of Assure Clinic, hair transplant and restoration specialist, shared with HT Lifestyle that the pollutants mix with sweat and natural oils, disturbing the scalp's natural balance.

He shared his observation, based on his clinical practice, "In recent years, I have seen a noticeable increase in patients coming in with dandruff, scalp irritation, and persistent flaki...