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Pollution, weather change and fungal and bacterial infections not only disrupt the inner functioning of your body, but also manifest their effects on your appearance. Dandruff is one of such manifestations. Let us know the root cause of dandruff and then proceed to remedy it.
What Is Dandruff?
Dandruff is the flaky white substance that you sometimes find in unwanted abundance on your scalp. This flaky white substance, in most cases, is your own dead skin that scatters all over the scalp. Dandruff is a scalp condition which is chronic and which, if arises from infection, can be contagious.
Dandruff, along with bringing discomfort, can also be embarrassing for you. Especially when it increases so much that it falls down on your shoulders for the world to look at. A dandruff case becomes worse in winters due to the dry conditions. Dandruff can be caused by fungal infections and it is accompanied by itching and sometimes redness and inflammation.
But, we ask you not to worry at all - because here we have compiled a list of ways to get rid of dandruff naturally.
What Causes Dandruff In Your Hair?
There are a number of reasons why you may be suffering from dandruff. The reasons are mostly the same for both oily and dry skins with the exception of a few. Dandruff occurs due to the growth of a fungus, Malassezia, on your scalp. Dandruff is also caused when you have either very dry scalp or very oily scalp.
Below are the most common causes of dandruff-
- Incorrect brushing of hair.
- Irregular washing of hair.
- Improper oiling of hair: less if you have dry skin or more if you have oily skin.
- Improper diet.
- Stress and tension.
- Usage of excessive hair products.
- Cold, dry weather.
- Hormonal changes.
Also Read : The Best Times To Oil Your Hair
Home Remedies To Remove Dandruff?
Natural methods are the best and should be your go-to remedy if you're looking for products to meet your hair goals. When it comes to hair problems, there are various ways to get rid of dandruff naturally. Along with using anti-dandruff shampoos, if you add these effective home remedies to your task, you can get a dandruff-free scalp in a very short amount of time.
Let’s look at the best home remedies for dandruff treatment-
1. Neem Leaves
Ingredients
- A handful of Neem Leaves
- 4 Cups of Water
Steps
- Boil the neem leaves in the water.
- Cool and strain.
- Rinse your hair with this solution.
How Does It Help
Neem leaves have anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that eradicate dandruff from your hair if used frequently.
Recommended Frequency
Wash your hair with this solution 2-3 times a week.
Caution
- In some people, neem can lead to hair fall. Some may even be allergic to neem.
- It’s best to know your hair’s behaviour towards neem before proceeding with this remedy.
2. Coconut Oil and Lemon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
Steps
- Mix coconut oil and lemon juice together and massage your hair gently with the solution.
- Leave it on for 20-25 minutes and wash off with cold water.
How Does It Help
Coconut oil moisturizes the scalp and gets rid of dandruff causing dryness. Lemon juice’s acidity balances the pH of the scalp, normalizing the skin conditions, thus, removing dandruff completely.
Recommended Frequency
This remedy can be followed 3 times a week.
Caution
- Make sure to use less lemon juice if you have dry skin because lemon has a drying effect on the skin which might worsen the case.
- Rinse the solution properly of your hair otherwise, it will accumulate and cause more dandruff.
3. Apple Cider Vinegar
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar.
- 2 tbsp. Water
- 1 tsp. Tea Tree Oil
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Steps
- Mix Apple Cider Vinegar and water and add Tea Tree Oil to it.
- Massage your hair with this solution for 10-15 minutes.
- Rinse off with plenty of water.
How Does It Help
Both Apple Cider Vinegar and Tea Tree Oil have anti-fungal properties that help reducing dandruff.
Also Read : Tea Tree Oil For Dandruff - Does it Really Work
Recommended Frequency
Wash your hair with this mixture thrice a week.
Caution
- Tea Tree Oil can have an allergic effect on some people so make sure you're not allergic to it before you use it.
- Like with several essential oils, check with your doctor in case you're pregnant or nursing before usage.
4. Baking Soda
Ingredients
1 tbsp. Baking Soda
Steps
- Wet your hair.
- Get a tablespoon of baking soda and rub it on your hair and scalp.
- Use a mild shampoo to rinse off the soda.
How Does It Help
Using baking soda is the easiest way to remove dandruff at home. Baking soda fights against the overactive fungi that cause dandruff. It also exfoliates your scalp and helps remove dead skin. It also soaks up excess oil from your scalp, leaving no room for dandruff to reoccur.
Recommended Frequency
Repeat this method twice a week for best and quick results.
Caution
Baking Soda might dry out your scalp while cleaning it so make sure you oil your hair regularly if you have dry skin.
5. Orange peels
Ingredients
- 3-4 Orange peels
- 5-6 tbsp. Lemon Juice
Steps
- Blend in a mixer the dry orange peels and lemon juice till a smooth paste is formed.
- Apply this paste on your scalp and leave it for 30 minutes.
- Rinse off properly with your usual shampoo.
How Does It Help
Orange peels have acidic properties that help take care of the dryness in your scalp and eventually, dandruff.
Recommended Frequency
Repeat twice or thrice a week for best results.
Caution
Make sure the orange peels were fresh before drying to avoid infection.
6. Curd
Ingredients
A small bowl of curd
Steps
- Leave some curd open overnight to ferment.
- Apply it on your scalp the next morning at least 30 minutes before you go for a shower.
- Rinse it off thoroughly with a mild shampoo.
How Does It Help
Lauric acid present in curd combats dandruff and gives you smooth and silky hair.
Recommended Frequency
Do this twice or thrice a week for best results.
Caution
There are no serious precautions for this remedy. You just might want to make sure you rinse the curd off earlier than said if you start to feel cold to avoid catching a common cold.
Also Read : 7 Amazing Benefits Of Curd(Yogurt) For Hair
7. Fuller’s Earth
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. Fuller’s Earth
- Water
Steps
- Mix Fuller’s Earth and Water together to form a thin paste.
- Apply this pack on your hair and leave it to dry.
- Wash off with plenty of water.
How Does It Help
Fuller’s Earth has huge benefits for hair and is an excellent cleansing agent. It will clean the dirt and dead skin on your hair and give it a smooth and shiny texture. Used regularly, the cleansing will become a routine and soon there won’t be any dandruff.
Recommended Frequency
Use thrice a week for best results.
Caution
Use twice a week, or at a lesser frequency, if you have dry skin and Fuller’s Earth has the tendency to dry out skin.
8. Salt
Ingredients
Salt
Steps
Sprinkle salt on your scalp while bathing. Work your way through the entire area and massage gently for 10-15 minutes. Rinse off with plenty of water or shampoo.
How Does It Help
The abrasiveness of salt scrubs and exfoliates your scalp, thus removing the dead skin and flakes that are nothing but dandruff.
Recommended Frequency
Repeat this procedure twice a week for best results.
Caution
This recipe does not come with cautions. Although, you might want to look out for any cuts or wounds on your scalp as rubbing salt, then, will cause serious discomfort.
9. Aloe Vera
Ingredients
3-4 tbsp. Aloe Vera
Steps
- Take Aloe Vera Gel and apply it on to your scalp as you would apply hair oil and gently massage for 4-5 minutes before sleeping and leave it overnight to seep into your scalp.
- Next morning, rinse off with plenty of water.
How Does It Help
While the other remedies will get you rid of dandruff, Aloe Vera will treat your scalp's itchy skin by seeping into your scalp and giving a cooling effect. It will also give you healthy and shiny hair.
Recommended Frequency
Repeat this remedy every day for best results.
Caution
Do not follow this remedy if you are allergic to Aloe Vera. Also, make sure the Aloe Vera you’re using is fresh.
Effective tips for dandruff free hair
Trying out remedies to treat dandruff is not enough. Most of them may not even work if you don’t take care of your diet and personal hygiene. Here are some tips on damage control that must be followed to gain healthy hair-
- Drink lots of water to reduce dryness of the skin.
- Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.
- Eat less of fat-rich and carbohydrate-rich foods as they’ll bring unnecessary oil on your skin and scalp.
- Oil your hair regularly.
- Shampoo regularly.
- Clean your hairbrush thrice a week.
- Cut down on stress and anxiety.
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