4 Home Remedies For Dandruff (proven!)

Dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis on the scalp is an uncomfortable situation that causes the appearance of excessive oil or fungus on the scalp, causing the appearance of small white patches of dry skin all over the hair, itching and burning sensation. However, there are some home remedies that can be done at home with vinegar or lemon, for example, which help control excess oil and fungus, fighting dandruff. 

In addition to this, to control dandruff, it is also important to avoid washing the hair with very hot water, have a low-fat diet and do not use caps or hats, as these are habits that can worsen the appearance of dandruff.

Here are some home remedies that can be used against dandruff:

1. Apple cider vinegar

4 Home remedies for dandruff (proven!)

Although there are no scientific studies done with apple cider vinegar to eliminate dandruff, the fact is that vinegar has excellent properties that help eliminate excess fungus and bacteria, which may be the source of the problem.

In addition, the acidity of vinegar also helps remove dead skin cells and excess oiliness from the scalp.

How to prepare: Mix ½ glass of apple cider vinegar with ½ glass of water. Dip a piece of absorbent cotton in the mixture and apply it all over the scalp. Then, massage the scalp with your fingertips for 2 to 3 minutes and let it sit for more than 20 minutes. At the end, wash the hair with cold water, rinsing well. This process can be done once a day until the dandruff is eliminated. See another way to use vinegar to treat dandruff. 

2. Aloe Vera gel

The gel that can be obtained from an aloe leaf contains excellent medicinal properties for the skin, being able to soothe irritation and moisturize. Thus, applying gel to the scalp is a good natural way to decrease flaking and reduce the itching and burning sensation. 

In addition, aloe vera also has good antifungal properties that allow balancing the scalp flora. 

How to use: remove the gel from the inner part of the aloe and apply it on the scalp and massage lightly with the fingertips. Then, leave it to act for 30 minutes and at the end, remove the aloe vera gel with a neutral shampoo and cold water. This process can be repeated 2 to 3 times a week. Tea tree oil

3. Tea tree oil

Tea tree essential oil is an excellent natural antiseptic that helps to eliminate fungi and bacteria, and is therefore used to treat various types of skin infections. 

Because of these properties, this oil can also be added to shampoo to help relieve dandruff, especially when caused by an imbalance in the amount of fungus. 

How to use: place some shampoo in your hand and then mix with 1 or 2 drops of tea tree essential oil. Then, rub the mixture into the hair and massage the scalp with your fingertips. Finally, remove the shampoo completely with cold water. Lemon juice

4. Lemon juice

The vitamin C and antifungal properties of lemon fight dandruff and prevent fungal overgrowth. In addition to this, due to its acidity, it decreases itching and balances the pH of the scalp, also promoting its hydration.  

How to prepare: Cut a lemon in half and squeeze it. Then you should dip several cotton pads in the lemon juice and rub them directly on the hair roots. Let it sit for 10 minutes and wash the hair with cold water. 

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