It may not be snowing outside but looks like a white winter on your coat, thanks to the nasty dandruff nesting on your shoulders. Dandruff is caused by dead cells that peel off from the scalp and get trapped by oil from the hair resulting in the unsightly white flakes.
This hair problem isn’t uncommon during the chilly months. Given that most of us wash our hair with warm water a fungal infection can occur on the scalp, but a severe case of dandruff can be due to dermatitis.
The good news is that this annoying problem in fact has simple solutions. For thick, glossy tresses free of dandruff it is important to drink at least 2 liters of water daily. One should add more green vegetables and fruits to the diet and slash intake of fried food stuffs, dairy items, sugary delights, chocolate and nuts. In addition, combs must be washed and hair brushed regularly.
If you are one of those people whose dandruff seem extra pesky and refuse to budge, there are several natural remedies that can bring the much needed relief.
Disprin:
Did you know Disprin does more than cures headaches? Crush two pills and add it to your normal shampoo routine and let it work its magic. Turns out these white pills contain the same active ingredient as medicated shampoos that will help keep your dandruff in check.
Baking Soda:
Borrow some baking soda from your mum’s kitchen cabinet to get an itch-free, flake-free scalp. Baking soda reduces overactive fungi that can cause dandruff. Wet your hair and rub the soda vigorously into your scalp. Ditch the shampoo and rinse directly. Your hair may get dried out at first, but after a few weeks it will start producing natural oils, leaving your hair softer and while keeping dandruff in check.
Vinegar:
Blend cider vinegar with equal quantities of water and dab onto the scalp for effective dandruff treatment. Wrap a warm towel around your head for 15 minutes to an hour and then rinse the hair thoroughly with water. Vinegar’s acidic nature changes the pH levels in the scalp making it harder for yeast to grow.
Curd and Lemon:
home remedies for dandruff are just a walk towards the refrigerator. Squeeze fresh lime juice into the last rinse while washing your hair and watch the white flakes disappear. You can also massage curd, which has been kept open for about three days, into your hair for an hour before a head bath. Repeat this activity at least twice a week and see the remedy work wonders.
Hot oil therapy:
The most common cure for dandruff is a good massage with 4-5 tablespoons of warm olive or coconut oil into the scalp. You can also gently scratch the scalp to dislodge the dandruff. Follow this up with a hot towel session for about 5 minutes to allow the oil to soak in better before washing. This will get rid of scalp dryness and clogging of pores.
Just try these simple home remedies for dandruff in a healthy and natural way.
