Is dandruff the same thing as dry skin?

No, dandruff and dry skin are not the same thing.

* Dandruff is a common scalp condition that causes the skin to flake. It is caused by an overgrowth of a type of fungus called Malassezia globosa. Dandruff can cause itching, flaking, and redness.

* Dry skin, on the other hand, is a condition in which the skin lacks moisture. It can cause the skin to itch, flake, and crack. Dry skin can be caused by a number of factors, including weather, genetics, and aging.