Dandruff is shedding of dead cells from the scalp in form of white flakes. Normal Flaking of dead cells is ok but excessive scaling may damage your hair and it can also lead to pimples and acne on forehead and back.
Dandruff sticks to the scalp and it tends to weaken the roots of hair which further leads to hairloss.
Home Treatments for Dandruff.- The first and most widely used home remedy for dandruff is coconut oil. Warm the coconut oil and massage your scalp with this oil. keep it for atleast 12 hours and then rub the scalp gently with fingers or brush.
- Fenugreek seed is also a very talked about home remedy for dandruff. Soak fenugreek seed in water overnight and grind it in the morning to make a paste. Apply this paste on the scalp .
- Aloe vera gel is also a very effective home remedy for dandruff. Aloe vera gel is also used in many anti dandruff shampoos. Take aloe vera gel and spread it in your palms now rub the gel gently on your scalp. Shampoo your hair after keeping it for almost 15-20 min.
- If you are suffering form excessive dandruff problem then you also need to cut down on oily and spicy food.
- Lemon juice is also used to treat dandruff naturally. Take 1 1/2 teaspoon of lemon juice for final rinse after washing your hair.
- Egg is used as a natural conditiner for hair. Eggs can also be used to treat dandruff. Take 2 eggs, beat them and mix with water . Apply this on the head (scalp and hair both). wash it off when it dries.
Tips and Advise.
- Keep your scalp and hair clean. Wash them atleast twice a week.
- Cover your head with a scarf while going out to keep it safe from dirt, smoke and harmfull sunrays.
- Take oil massage on your head atleast once in a week.
- Limit the use of harsh chemical based hair styling products like hair styling gels and sprays.
- Use herbal shampoo instead of chemical based shampoo considering the texture and type of your hair.
- If you are suffering from dandruff then keep your hair off your face and forehead.
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