Top 10 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dandruff
Dandruff is a common scalp disorder affecting almost each and everyone of us at a certain point of time in life.Dandruff,also known as Seborrheic Dermatitis is a common scalp disorder.The signs and symptoms of dandruff are dry,itchy scalp and flakiness. Dandruff has become a constant problem in today’s time.There are several anti-dandruff shampoo’s available in the market but all of them are not that effective in treating dandruff,they do give instant results but the effects are very short lived so one has to go fetching for some other cure.I personally believe that home remedies are much more effective in treating dandruff rather than anti dandruff products available in the market.
Dandruff can be controlled by using some easy home remedies and by following a healthy hair care routine.The home remedies may take some time to show the results but they will effectively treat your dandruff permanently.So lets hop on and discuss the Top 10 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dandruff.
1.Onion paste and Yoghurt:
What you need:
-2tbsp of onion paste.
-1tbsp of thick yoghurt.
What you need to do?
Mix 2 tbsp of onion paste with a tbsp of thick yoghurt.Apply this entire mixture to the scalp,very close to the roots of your hair and leave it for a good 30-40 minutes.Wear a shower cap.After 40 minutes rinse your scalp with warm water.Do no shampoo your hair that day,you can shampoo your hair next day.Repeat this entire procedure once in 15 days.You will notice considerable reduction in dandruff after the first wash.Onion juice kills the bacteria and provides nutrients and strength to the roots of the hair.Onion also contains anti-bacterial properties which cleanse the scalp and thus helps to get rid of dandruff.
2.After Shave Lotion:
What you need:
-5 Tbsp of after shave lotion.
-2Tbsp of water.
-Cotton swab.
What you need to do?
Mix 5 tbsp of after shave lotion with 2 tbsp of water and apply on scalp with a cotton swab.Leave it for 30 minutes and rinse off with normal water.
3.Aloe Vera,Mustard Oil and Tea Tree Oil:
What You Need:
-3inch piece of fresh Aloe Vera gel.
-2tbsp Mustard oil.
3.4drops of Tea Tree Oil.
What you need to do?
Take fresh aloe vera from the plant,take out he gel,churn it n a grinder to get a smooth paste,add 2 tbsp of mustard oil and 4 drops of tea tree oil.Apply this entire mix on the roots of your hair and to the scalp using massage strokes.Leave it for half an hour and wash off with a mild shampoo.
4.Aspirin Tablets:
What you need:
-2 Aspirin Tablets.
-1 Tbsp of your normal shampoo.
What you need to do?
Crush 2 aspirin tablets to a fine powder and add it to 1 tbsp of your normal shampoo.Wash your hair with this mixture,massaging it onto your scalp.Leave it for a few minutes and then rinse off.
Aspirin contains salicylic acid that helps to control and cure dandruff by exfoliating your scalp.
5.Fenugreek Seeds and Yoghurt:
What you need:
-3Tbsp of Fenugreek Seeds.
-3Tbsp of thick Yoghurt.
What you need to do?
Soak 3 tbsp of fenugreek seeds overnight in just enough water to soak the seeds,in the morning grind them to a fine paste and add 3 tbsp of thick yoghurt to it.Apply this paste all over your scalp and leave it for an hour or so.Rinse off with any mild shampoo.Do this once a week.This is a very effective remedy to cure dandruff.This hair mask also makes hair shiny and strong .Fenugreek has antifungal properties which help to cure dandruff to a great extent.
6.Neem:
What you need:
-4Tbsp of Neem leaves paste.
What you need to do?
Make a paste of fresh neem leaves,add some water to it to make a fine paste.Apply this hair pack to your hair roots and scalp,leave it for an hour or so.Rinse off with water.
Another way to use neem leaves is to take a 20-30neem leaves,boil it in water on slow flame for 20 minutes.Now let it cool down and wash your hair with this neem water to get rid of dandruff and itchy scalp.Neem contains natural oil,antifungal,antibacterial and antiseptic properties which help to cure dandruff.
7.Apple Cider Vinegar:
What you need:
-1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar.
-1/2 cup of water.
What you need to do?
Mix together 1/2 cup of ACV with 1/2 cup of water.Pour this entire mix over your hair,scrub properly onto your scalp and entire hair length.Leave it for 5-6 minutes on your scalp massaging it in circular motions.Wash off with normal water.Shampoo your hair next day.Repeat this process once a week.
8.Baking Soda:
What you need:
-2Tbsp of baking soda.
-Half a cup of water.
What you need to do?
Mix both the ingredients in a spray bottle and spray the entire mix onto your hair and scalp.Massage it properly scrubbing your scalp to get rid of the build up,dead and itchy skin.Rinse off with normal water.Repeat it twice a week.
9.Salt:
What you need:
-4Tbsp of normal salt.
What you need to do?
Gently massage 4 tbsp of salt onto slightly dampened scalp.Do this for 2-3 minutes and wash off with normal water.Shampoo as usual.Salt,due to its abrasive crystals works an an exfoliator and helps to get rid of the dead skin and thus curing dandruff.Do this once a week.
10.Egg Yolks and lemon:
What you need:
-2 egg yolks.
-Juice of half a lemon.
What you need to do?
Take 2 egg yolks in a bowl,beat them up properly and add the juice of half a lemon.Apply this yolk mix to your hair concentrating on the roots with the help of a brush.Once done with the application,cover your hair with a shower cap.Leave this on your hair for 45 minutes,rinse off with normal water and then shampoo as usual.Do this once in 15 days.
Egg yolks are rich in Biotin and biotin is very effective in treating dandruff.Egg yolks also condition your hair and make them super smooth,silky and healthier.
So here are my Top 10 Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dandruff.Do try them out and I am sure they will really help you to get rid of dandruff.