Simple Home Remedies That Can Help Get Rid Of Dandruff
Dandruff is a condition that is associated with an itchy scalp and flakiness. It is mostly caused by the presence of Malassezia, a yeast-like fungus that feeds on the oils present on the scalp. Too much of these fungi cause our skin to dry out and become irritated thereby resulting in dandruff and other dry skin problems. Other known causes of dandruff include oily skin, dry skin, infrequent shampooing and skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Here are some of the simplest home remedies we can try to naturally get rid of dandruff.
Lemons
For this remedy, we just have to massage 2 tablespoons lemon juice into the scalp and rinse with water. Then, stir 1 teaspoon lemon juice into 1 cup water and rinse the hair with it. Repeat this method daily for the best results.
Aloe Vera Gel
Application of the gel into the scalp before shampooing can help reduce inflammation, which can help people with dandruff symptoms, such as itchiness.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Baking Soda
Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate possesses antifungal properties that may help fight the fungus responsible for dandruff. It also acts as a gentle exfoliant to remove dead skin cells and reduce scaling and itchiness.Have baking soda directly to wet hair and massaging it into the scalp. Let it sit for a minute or two, then continue shampooing the hair as usual.
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