Dandruff, also known as seborrheic dermatitis, is a common
scalp disorder. It can occur due to dry skin, irritated oily skin, growth of
bacteria and fungus on the scalp, inflammatory skin conditions and other such
factors. It causes itchiness along with excessive formation of dry skin flakes
on the scalp.
Dandruff can be controlled by following a healthy hair care
routine. You can also try some simple natural home remedies. It is true that
natural remedies take time to show results but they can effectively treat the
problem completely.
The antifungal and antibacterial properties of Neem help treat dandruff
as well as many other hair problems like scalp acne, itchy
scalp, and hair fall efficiently.
2. Cool and strain the
solution.
3. Use this decoction as
a hair rinse two or three times a week.
2. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil helps eliminate dandruff due to its antifungal properties. It also moisturizes dry scalp and provides relief from itching.
1. Take some coconut oil
and mix half the amount of lemon juice in it.
2. Rub it on your scalp
and massage for a few minutes.
3. Wash your hair after
at least 20 minutes.
4. Follow this remedy
two to three times a week.
3. Apple CiderVinegar
Scalp treatment with apple cider vinegar is effective in getting rid of dandruff. It restores the pH balance of the scalp, thereby inhibiting the growth of yeast. It also works as a natural hair clarifier and helps clean clogged pores and hair follicles.
1. Take two tablespoons
of apple cider vinegar.
2. Mix an equal amount
of water and 15-20 drops of tea tree oil in it.
3. Apply it onto your
scalp and massage. Rinse your hair after a few minutes.
4. Follow this natural
treatment two or three times a week.
Being a mild exfoliant, baking soda helps remove
dead skin cells and absorbs excess oil. It can also help balance pH
levels on the scalp and reduce the growth of fungi that cause dandruff.
1. Wet your hair and rub
a handful of baking soda onto your scalp.
2. After a couple of
minutes, rinse your hair well with warm water.
3. Repeat once or twice
a week for a few weeks.
Note: Do not shampoo your hair after this treatment.
5. White Vinegar
White vinegar is one of the best home treatments for dandruff. Vinegar has acetic acid that prevents growth of fungi on your scalp and relieves itching.
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Add one-half cup of vinegar to two cups of water. Rinse your hair
with this mixture after shampooing your hair.
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Another option is massage your scalp with a mixture of two parts
white vinegar, one part olive oil and three parts water. After 10 minutes,
rinse it off and shampoo your hair using a mild shampoo.
Follow either of
these remedies once or twice a week.
