| Sore, burning itchy scalp? Dry, painful flaky scalp and | | | | Itchy Scalp Remedy No. 2 |
| dandruff? Or does your scalp just feel not quite | | | | Now this one's an old folk remedy. Apple cider |
| right? | | | | vinegar has been used for decades and will help |
| Whichever case it may be, you'll be glad to hear that | | | | restore the proper acid/alkaline balance of the scalp |
| an itchy scalp can be soothed and alleviated using | | | | and kill a bacteria that clogs the pores that release oil |
| simple natural home remedies that can be made in as | | | | to the scalp. It is the clogging of pores on your scalp |
| little as 10 or 15 minutes. | | | | that result in scales and crusts being formed. |
| Please note that as with all medical conditions, I | | | | - Dilute the apple cider vinegar by 50% with water |
| would advise you to speak to your doctor or | | | | - Apply to the scalp and let dry. No need to rinse. |
| dermatologist if you are suffering from a serious | | | | - A similar remedy suggests pouring two tablespoons |
| condition. If you are pregnant you MUST consult your | | | | into a cup, applying the undiluted vinegar to the scalp, |
| doctor before starting any treatment. | | | | and leaving it on from 15 minutes to three hours |
| Okay, so let's get on to the home remedies for an | | | | before shampooing. Lemon juice may also be used. |
| itchy scalp. | | | | The acid in these remedies is what helps bring the |
| Itchy Scalp Remedy No. 1 | | | | scalp back into chemical balance. |
| Fenugreek seeds are excellent for getting rid of | | | | Itchy Scalp Remedy No. 3 |
| dandruff: | | | | Rosemary is great as a sore, itchy scalp remedy. Rub |
| - Take 2 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds and soak | | | | rosemary oil or a mixture of olive oil and crushed |
| overnight in water | | | | rosemary leaves into your scalp and leave on for 15 |
| - In the morning grind the soft seeds into a fine | | | | minutes. |
| paste | | | | If you've got a sore scalp, Chamomile is good to use |
| - Apply this paste all over scalp and leave for half an | | | | as a compress for inflammation. Chamomile oil dabbed |
| hour | | | | on scalp sores is very soothing. Apply to the scalp to |
| - Rinse off thoroughly with soap nut solution | | | | soothe itching. |
| - A teaspoon of lime juice on the last rinse will work | | | | Remember to patch test all oils before applying to |
| wonders | | | | your scalp, so as to avoid any allergic reactions. |