| Dandruff (pityriasis capitis), although extremely | | | | scalps and dandruff. (Always patch test oils for |
| common, can still be a very annoying and unpleasant | | | | allergies, and always consult your doctor if you are |
| condition. | | | | pregnant). |
| Thankfully it can be cured by using simple natural | | | | 3) Pour or spray the mixture directly onto your scalp. |
| home remedies for dandruff that you can make | | | | Massage it in and leave to dry on your hair. There's |
| quickly and easily. | | | | no need to rinse it out (unless the smell bothers you). |
| The dandruff itself is usually a result of the excessive | | | | 4) In cases of more stubborn dandruff, make the |
| growth of yeast organisms such as Malassezia | | | | mixture stronger, try a one-to-one ratio of vinegar to |
| Globosa and Pityrosporum Ovale. These organisms | | | | water. Applying undiluted vinegar directly to the scalp |
| are normally always present on the skin in small | | | | can also do the trick. Leave it on for around 15 |
| numbers and feed on the natural oil (sebum) | | | | minutes and then wash the vinegar out using a mild, |
| secreted by your hair follicles. When they multiply | | | | pH-balanced shampoo. |
| they can irritate the skin and causing the visible | | | | 5)If possible always try to use raw undiluted apple |
| flaking that we know as dandruff. | | | | cider vinegar as this will give the best results when |
| Other causes for dandruff are stress-related; the use | | | | getting rid of dandruff. Lemon juice can also be used |
| of harsh shampoos and conditioners that dry out the | | | | instead of vinegar. |
| scalp; poor nutrition; or cold, dry weather conditions. | | | | Fenugreek seeds are another excellent home remedy |
| Home Remedies For Dandruff | | | | for dandruff: |
| Apple Cider Vinegar has been used for centuries as | | | | - Take 2 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds and soak |
| an old folk remedy to successfully get rid of | | | | overnight in water |
| dandruff. The great thing about this remedy is the | | | | - In the morning grind the soft seeds into a fine |
| acidity of the vinegar helps to stabilize the pH balance | | | | paste |
| of the scalp and kills the fungus. Try this recipe below | | | | - Apply this paste all over scalp and leave for half an |
| and see how you go: | | | | hour |
| 1) Thoroughly wash your hair with a mild, pH-balanced | | | | - Rinse off thoroughly with soap nut solution |
| shampoo. There's no need to use a dandruff | | | | - A teaspoon of lime juice on the last rinse will work |
| shampoo as the apple cider vinegar will gradually get | | | | wonders |
| rid of the dandruff problem. | | | | In addition to these home remedies for dandruff, |
| 2) Mix a two-to-one ratio of apple cider vinegar and | | | | brushing your hair daily will help to disperse the |
| warm water (two vinegar to one water). If you | | | | dandruff from your hair and improve the circulation |
| want to cleanse and condition your scalp further and | | | | of your scalp. Giving your scalp a good massage |
| add a fragrance to your hair then you can always a | | | | before or after brushing will also help to improve |
| couple of drops of essential oils such as lavender or | | | | circulation and remove flakiness. |
| rosemary - both excellent for getting rid of itchy | | | | |