Dandruff, also called Seborrhoea, targets the scalps of many people, young and old. Dandruff not only affects the Scalp, but it also leads to severe hair fall and pimples on the face. Poor hair brushing and shampooing habits, dry skin, stress and improper diets, will make your scalp more prone to dandruff. Have a look at some of the best home remedies to control dandruff.

Coconut Oil Massage

The coconut oil massage is one of the best home remedies to get rid of dandruff. When you’re running short on time and need to quickly nourish your hair, try this remedy. The heat and the oil combine to penetrate deeply and cleanse your scalp of built-up oils and dirt. Coconut oil works as a good moisturizer. Its use moisturizes the scalp well and removes the dryness. Dry scalp is one of the main causes of dandruff. Apart from moisturizing the scalp it also works as a good conditioner, thus makes the hair and scalp softer, which in turn keeps dandruff at bay.

1. Take 1 tbsp of warm coconut oil in a small bowl.

2. Apply the coconut oil to your scalp with the help of your fingers. Also, apply the oil to the hair starting from the root to the end.

3. Massage your hair and scalp with the coconut oil at least for 5 minutes.

4. Put a shower cap on your hair and leave for overnight.

5. Next morning clean your hair with your regular shampoo.

6. Follow this remedy regularly if you are facing this dandruff issue continuously.

Coconut Oil & Lemon juice

You can mix lemon juice and coconut oil for hair dandruff problems. Our scalp is naturally acidic and the lemon juice is just a reminder to the scalp to maintain the right levels.

The acidic content of lemon juice balances the pH level of the scalp which very well treats as well keeps dandruff at bay. The citric acid in it fights with the fungi that cause dandruff.

1. Heat 2 tbsp each of coconut oil and lemon juice in a container.

2. Apply this lemon juice mixed oil to your scalp and hair.

3. Massage your scalp for 10 minutes and leave the oil on your hair for 20 minutes.

4. Clean your hair with a mild shampoo.

5. Using this remedy 3 to 4 times a week will help you to get rid of dandruff completely.

Curd

The curd is rich in antibacterial properties that help you to fight dandruff.

1. Wash your hair then give a gentle massage to your scalp with curd.

2. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes then wash it off.

Using this remedy help you to remove dandruff as well as make your hair strengthened and shiny while providing protein.

Hibiscus And Fenugreek Hair Pack

Hibiscus leaves double as a treatment for dandruff as well as for dry hair. In combination with fenugreek seeds, it makes for excellent conditioning hair mask that tackles dandruff.

1. Soak the fenugreek seeds overnight in a cup of water.

2. In the morning, blend the fenugreek seeds with the hibiscus leaves.

3. To the mixture, add the yogurt and mix until you get a smooth, consistent paste.

4. Apply this hair pack to your hair, starting at the roots and working your way down to the tips.

5. Once your scalp and hair are entirely covered in the mask, wait for 30 minutes.

6. Wash the hair mask off with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.

Egg and Curd

Take one cup of curd and add 1 egg in it make a smooth paste then apply to your hair and scalp. Let it sit for half hour then wash it off with shampoo. Using this mixture will result in dandruff free thick, shiny, and smooth hair.

Onion Hair Mask

Onion has strong antimicrobial properties that make it an ideal ingredient for fighting dandruff. It improves the circulation of blood to the scalp and helps flush out toxins.

1. Blend a large onion until you get a smooth, consistent paste.

2. Apply this paste to your hair, starting at the roots and working your way down to the tips.

3. Once your scalp and hair are entirely covered in the mask, wait for an hour.

4. Wash the hair mask off with a mild sulfate-free shampoo.

Aloe Vera Hair Mask

Aloe vera moisturizes and soothes and a dry/clogged scalp while expelling bacteria. This is an amazing homemade hair mask for dandruff and itchy scalp.

1. In a bowl, combine the aloe vera gel with the eucalyptus oil.

2. Apply this hair pack to your hair, starting at the roots and working your way down to the tips. Make sure to focus on your scalp.

3. Once your scalp and hair are entirely covered in the mask, wait for thirty minutes to an hour.

4. Rinse the hair mask off under cool/lukewarm running water.

Follow these easy remedies and get rid of dandruff naturally

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