Home Remedies for Dandruff : Natural Treatments

Are you afraid to wear black because it might narrate your dandruff problem to everyone? If yes, then its time to stop worrying. Here, I have mentioned some of the most popular and easy to apply home remedies for dandruff, specially the Apple Cider Vinegar treatment for hair. Natural treatment of dandruff is the best way to go, as not only it will saves a lot of cost, but it will also show kindness to your hair by not damaging it further. Using these remedies, you might even stop using the specialized dandruff shampoos. Hence, oust those pesky white flakes and wear black with style.

Dandruff or seborrheic dermatitis is a common scalp ailment, in which the white colored dry skin flakes are quite visible; causing itching in the scalp, apart from falling onto the clothes. Some of the causes of dandruff are dry skin, formation of fungus and bacteria on the scalp, inflammatory skin conditions, irritated oily skin, and other skin factors.

I suggest you to follow a simple healthy haircare program. The top 3 home remedies for dandruff include Apple Cider Vinegar, Coconut Oil, and Indian Lilac. These are further explained below:

Important: Natural treatment may take slightly long time to treat the condition completely, but it will definitely bring permanent relief from white flakes, improving the quality of your hair.
 

Top 3 Home Remedies for Dandruff

1. Apple Cider Vinegar for Hair

Apple Cider Vinegar for Hair - Top Home Remedies for Dandruff

This treatment is considered as the most effective treatment for dandruff condition. The apple cider vinegar solution is very effective in the scalp treatment and doing away with dandruff. It inhibits the yeast growth by restoring the scalp's pH balance. The apple cider vinegar is also a natural hair clarifier. It assists in cleaning of hair follicles and clogged pores.

How to use?

1. 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar are recommended.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of water (note: the quantity of water should be same as that of apple cider vinegar)
3. Now mix 15-20 drops of tea tree oil
4. Apply this solution onto your scalp and gently massage it for couple of minutes.
5. Keep the hair "as it is"for few minutes and then rinse it.

It is recommended to do this treatment 2 or 3 times a week.

2. Indian Lilac - Neem

Indian Lilac - Neem | Home Remedies for Dandruff

The Indian Lilac is a good resource of antibacterial and anti-fungal features. It is very active and proven product to treat dandruff and other hair problems like itchy scalp, lice, scalp acne, and hair fall. If you are an Indian, you must have tried Neem for other diseases as well like skin allergy, dry skin. etc. The elders in your home must recommend use of this natural medicine with no side-effects, rather than the allopathy medicine.

Neem is one of the best home remedies for dandruff and it should be used in the following way:

1. Take a handful of Neem leaves and boil them in water.
2. Let it cool at room temperature. Do not refrigerate it.
3. Filter the solution and store it in a cleaned empty bottle.
4. Wash your hair with this solution on an average of 2-4 times a week (depending on the severity of dandruff)

3. Coconut Oil + Lemon Juice

Say no the scalp problems with the coconut oil treatment. This oil contains anti-fungal properties that are very useful in eliminating dandruff. It is helpful in replenishing the hair with its natural color also. Coconut oil treatment will pamper your dry scalp by moisturizing it and providing quick relief from itching.

Procedure

• Take some amount of coconut oil and mix lemon juice in it. The juice should be in half amount to the oil.
• At least 20 minutes before bathing, rub this solution on your scalp and then wash it.
• For best, persistent results, follow this natural home remedy two to three times a week.

Conclusion

Apple Cider Vinegar, Indian Lilac - Neem, and Coconut Oil + Lemon Juice, are my top home remedies for dandruff. Along with these treatments, do not forget to improve your diet by including fresh fruits and vegetables in it. The health-restoring and curative treatments coupled with natural fruits will simply invigorate your health. There will be no more dandruff and you can wear black at any time and any day, as per your will.

If you consider some other home remedy for dandruff that should be in the top 3, then please reply.