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Get Rid of the White Stuff (Dandruff)

22 Feb

I get a lot of questions on how to get rid of dandruff. A lot my clients mentions that this is the most common hair problem that they “used” to suffer from. So what I have done is provided a summary of my natural home remedies that have all worked and proven to be effective for my clients and I. Why I think these simple but effective home remedies are useful is because dandruff is a very common scalp disorder and instead of running out to buy a new product each time you notice the condition, instead you can buy these natural and effective products as part of everyday use products.

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So, in order to know how to cure dandruff, it is important to first know what it is in order to treat it. To be simply put – “Dandruff is the result of excessive shedding of dead cells from the scalp”. Unknown to most people it can be the root of most symptoms such as hair loss, acne, pimples and hair premature greying. Therefore, if you identify Dandruff you should treat it before it gets severe and chronic. For the obvious reasons, the treatment of Dandruff is necessary as you know it can be embarrassing and is known to create self esteem problems, particularly among young adolescents to middle aged adults. It can be spread if you make use of common comb, hairbrush, soap and towel. The taboo that it is very difficult to get rid of Dandruff is not true! Simply follow my recommended home remedies, which are natural and very effective. You can achieve long term results and thus keeping you away from harsh chemicals and expensive hair care products.

Yogurt and Black pepper as a anti dandruff treatment – Yogurt reduces the intensity of scaling. Mix 2 teaspoon of black pepper powder in a cup of yogurt and blend it thoroughly. Rub this mixture into dandruff affected scalp and after an hour, wash it with a mild shampoo, followed by a deep conditioning treatment or good quality conditioner. 

Olive Oil Treatment – Using olive oil consistently is a naturally clarifying and moisturizing agent. A lukewarm oil treatment of olive oil can help you to treat your dandruff. Don’t make the olive oil too hot. Apply the olive oil to the problem scalp in circular motions before going to bed. Wash out your hair with a mild shampoo in the morning. This can also be done prior to wash day treatments. 

Lemon juice and Coconut oil  – Blend together 1 tbsp. of lemon juice with 5 tbsp. of coconut oil. Apply to the scalp to get rid of dandruff. Lemon juice is a natural home remedy for dandruff and will clear away flakes from your scalp. Leave this remedy on the scalp for 20 to 30 minutes and then wash with a shampoo, followed by a regular deep conditioning treatment. 

Vinegar to get rid of Dandruff – Vinegar is extremely effective as it is rich in potassium and enzymes which will help to cure an itchy scalp and dandruff. There are several ways you can make use of vinegar to prevent dandruff. You can massage apple cider vinegar into the dandruff scalp 5 to 7 minutes. Apple cider vinegar will help you to get rid of the dead skin cells, which are responsible in clogging the hair follicles and lead to dandruff flakes. You could also mix a tablespoon of vinegar in your last mug of water when you wash your hair.

Baking Soda to remove dandruff flakes – Baking soda is potential to clear excess flakes and clarifies the scalp from dandruff. You can add 1 tsp. of baking soda to a handful of shampoo and you will find that it can remove dandruff flakes even hiding in hair strands. Very effective, simple and efficient natural home remedy!

Aloe Vera gel to cure dandruff – Apply aloe Vera gel on the scalp to remove dandruff. Leave on for 15 minutes. Aloe is a natural home remedy, which clarifies and repairs damaged skin. It fights dandruff and let you get rid of dandruff flakes so the scalp can heal. 

Apply Eggs to remove dandruff – Beat 2 eggs to apply it on scalp and rinse it off with in one hour to get dandruff free hair. Eggs help in the treatment of dandruff and falling hair. Egg acts as a good conditioner for dry hair giving them glow and shine.

Fenugreek (Methi) Seeds and Oil to get rid of dandruff – Soak methi seeds in water for overnight and mash these fenugreek seeds in about half cup of warm coconut or olive oil. Apply all over the scalp. Leave it on for two to three hours. This home remedy will help to get rid of dandruff naturally at home.

Onion is a natural anti dandruff solution – Apply the paste of onion into your scalp. Leave it on dandruff skin for one hour. Wash thoroughly. This will assist to get rid of dandruff. Apply lemon juice to remove smell of onion from your hair.

Combining the above natural home remedies with washing your hair regularly or at every alternate day can help you to get rid of dandruff. Choose a home remedy for dandruff, which suits you and use it constantly to treat dandruff. I am sure once you try, you would love these natural home remedies.

Good Luck!