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The problems associated with dry scalp are plenty. Thankfully, so are the dry scalp remedies. Dry scalp causes dandruff, hair loss, frizzes, split-ends, etc. and the home remedies to treat dry scalp nourish your hair in a way that not only smoothes out your locks but also get rid of all these hair problems.
What Causes Dry Hair And Scalp?
Dry hair can be caused by some reasons. The most common reason for dry hair is frequently changing weather conditions- too cold or too hot weather.
Deficiency of nutrients like proteins, and required vitamins and minerals could also be a major reason why your hair and scalp have lost the hydration. Other reasons for a dry scalp include too frequent shampooing, eczema and hair products that contain alcohol which can dry your hair and scalp.
Pre Hair Wash Remedies
Dry, flaky scalp treatment is just a little mixing up away, and if you follow the following recipes and routines, the odds for those glossy, shiny and richly nourished locks will be in your favour.
1. Warm Oil Scalp Massage
A warm oil scalp massage can work wonders to treat your dry scalp. All you have to do is heat some oil and use cotton balls to apply it onto your scalp, and then massage for it seep into your skull and nourish within. Warm oil smoothens the frizzes and improves circulation of blood in your scalp.
Also Read : Hot Oil Massage for Hair - Benefits and How To Do
2. DIY Moisturizing Hair Mask
There are multiple natural ingredients that can be used to make natural hair masks for treating dry hair and scalp. Coconut Oil, Apple Cider Vinegar, Fenugreek seeds paste, Egg, Papaya, Aloe Vera, etc. only start the unending list of ingredients that can be used to make hair masks. These ingredients can simply be applied to hair and left to work for some time before rinsing them off the hair with water or a mild shampoo. The nutrients present in these ingredients become the external food for hair and provide complimentary nourishment apart from your diet and help regain its shine and smoothness.
Home Remedies For Dry Scalp
1. Coconut Oil
Ingredients
Melted Coconut Oil
How To Prepare
- Take some amount of melted coconut oil on your palm and gently massage your scalp with it. Keep massaging for 10-15 minutes after which let it seep into your scalp for about half an hour.
- Regularly wash your hair.
How Often
Twice or thrice a week.
2. Tea Tree Shampoo
Ingredients
- Tea Tree Oil
- Shampoo
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How To Prepare
- Add a few drops of tea tree oil to your shampoo and mix well.
- Wash your hair with this as you normally would with shampoo and rinse off.
How Often
Twice a week.
Also Read : Tea Tree Oil for Hair: Benefits, Usage & more
3. Apple Cider Vinegar
Ingredients
3 tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
How To Prepare
- Apply the vinegar onto your scalp using cotton balls.
- Massage for 5 minutes and then leave it for 10-15 minutes.
- Wash off with cold water.
How Often
Twice a week.
4. Mayonnaise
Ingredients
½ Cup Mayonnaise
How To Prepare
- Apply mayonnaise to your scalp and cover your head with a shower cap and leave it for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash your hair with warm water first and then wash with your regular shampoo.
How Often
Once a week.
5. Apple Juice
Ingredients
Juice from 2 medium sized apples.
How To Prepare
- After extracting the juice from the apples, rinse your hair with it and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash off with plain water.
How Often
Once or twice a week.
6. Vitamin E
Ingredients
5-10 Vitamin E capsules
How To Prepare
- Prick the capsules and empty the oil in a bowl.
- Apply this oil to your hair and massage for 5-10 minutes.
- Leave it for an hour and wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
How Often
Once a week.
7. Mashed Bananas
Ingredients
- 1 banana
- 2 tsp. Coconut oil
How To Prepare
- Blend a banana into a paste and add coconut oil to it.
- Massage your scalp with this mixture for 5-10 minutes and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
- Wash off with a mild shampoo.
How Often
Once or twice a week.
Also Read : Go Bananas For Hair Growth: Banana Hair Masks For Healthier Hair!
8. Avocado
Ingredients
- 2-3 Avocados
- 2 tsp. olive oil
How To Prepare
- Blend the avocados into a paste and add olive oil.
- Apply this mixture to your scalp and massage for 5-10 minutes.
- Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and wash off with a mild shampoo.
How Often
Once a week.
9. Olive Oil
Ingredients
3 tsp. Olive oil
How To Prepare
- Apply olive oil to your hair and massage gently for 5-10 minutes.
- Leave it on for 20-25 minutes and wash off with a mild shampoo.
How Often
Twice a week.
10. Egg Mask With Yogurt
Ingredients
- 1 Egg
- 2-3 tbsp. Yogurt
How To Prepare
- Beat the egg with the yogurt to get a smooth paste.
- Apply this mixture to your scalp and leave it on for half an hour.
- Wash off with cold water and shampoo.
How Often
Once or twice a week.
Preventive Tips For Dry Scalp
To prevent dry scalp, following the following tips can be useful-
- Drink lots of water to keep your body and scalp hydrated.
- Take a balanced diet to avoid deficiency of nutrients.
- Avoid shampooing too often.
- Oil your hair regularly.
Conclusion
Many problems jump on the bandwagon when your scalp becomes dry and flaky. Of this, lost shine, dandruff and hair loss are the most prominent. Natural home remedies for dry scalp have proven to be safe and nutritious solutions for this problem as they moisturize the scalp with no chemicals and all proteins, vitamins and minerals.
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