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5 home remedies for dandruff that really work!

24 Feb, 2015
 

 

Dandruff is one of the most common scalp ailments experienced by women and men alike. The condition is extremely embarrassing as most people view it as quite unhygienic. The person experiencing is often subjected to much ridicule and sometimes find themselves excluded from social circles.

The fact is that dandruff can arise from not only dry skin, but also from an oily one. The growth of bacteria and fungus on the scalp causes itchiness and dry skin and the excessive formation of dry skin flakes which tend to show up sometimes.

The good news is that dandruff can be treated easily by the application of certain remedies which you can conjure right at your home. These home remedies for dandruff are easy to prepare and are quite effective in the long run. If administered routinely, they tend to show remarkable results and can result in dandruff-free scalp.

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Neem Leaves (Indian Lilac)

Neem Leaves (Indian Lilac)

Neem is a wonderful antidote commonly used in several medicinal preparation. It has antifungal properties and is very effective in treating hair fall and scalp conditions like itchiness effectively.

Boil a handful of neem leaves in a liter of water. Let the liquid cool down to room temperature. Strain the liquid to separate the leaves. Use this liquid three to four times a week to rinse your hair after washing it.

Coconut Oil and Lime juice

Coconut Oil and Lime juice

Coconut oil is a great moisturiser and is the best antidote for dry skin and hair. Mix in a few drops of lime into 2-3 tablespoons of coconut oil. Massage your scalp with this and let it sit for an hour or two. Shampoo it off as usual.

The acidity of lime helps to restore the pH balance of the scalp and thus keep it dandruff-free.However, lime juice can dry your hair and make it brittle. This is why you should mix it with coconut oil, which is a natural moisturiser and soothes the hair naturally.

Olive Oil

Olive Oil

Olive Oil has been known to be a miracle cure to treat dry scalp for ages. Massage into your scalp and cover your head with a shower cap for the night. The heat produced this way along with the moisturising properties of olive oil will work jointly to rid your scalp of its dryness.
Mouthwash

Mouthwash

Mouthwash has alcohol which might be just what you need to wash off dandruff-causing bacteria. First shampoo your hair as normal. Then rinse it with mouthwash and follow it up with your conditioner. The anti-fungal properties of the mouthwash will work to curb dandruff-causing bacteria and prevent it from growing.
Garlic

Garlic

Garlic has great antifungal properties which can work wonders against the dandruff-causing bacteria. Crush a few garlic pods and massage them into your hair. If you have a problem with the potent smell, mix crushed garlic with honey and massage your scalp with it. Wash it off with a mild shampoo as usual.
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