How to get rid of dandruff at home

Dandruff has been a serious scalp problem for almost half of the adult population. It usually gets prominent and visible when we don't want it. Lucky for us that we all are together in this. 

CAUSES OF DANDRUFF

1. Male hormones- According to studies, dandruff is more common in men than women. This is because of the male hormone 'Testosterone'. The more the testosterone levels, the more is the sebum production and more is the prevalence of clumping of flakes. 

The women who experiences dandruff, facial hair and excess acne are likely to have high levels of male hormones. 

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2. Using chemical products that may irritate your scalp. 

3. Pollution

4. Not shampooing your hair may cause dirt and oil to penetrate into hair follicles and may irritate them causing dandruff and hair fall as well. 

HOME REMEDIES FOR DANDRUFF PRONE SCALP

1. Coconut oil and Camphor

Coconut oil is a miracle since ages as it possess anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. It really helps in scraping off the dandruff but only when it is in the pure form. The purer the oil the greatest is the therapeutic effect of coconut oil. This oil can be used with many ingredients but it helps better when it is used with camphor. 

Camphor chips or camphor oil acts as a counter irritant and thus helps in preventing itching of the scalp. Camphor also increases the blood circulation in the scalp. It is also known to moisturize a dry scalp. The anti bacterial property of camphor makes it best home remedy for scrapping of the dandruff.

Let's see the steps to know how to use them correctly. 

a) Warm a sufficient quantity of coconut oil in a bowl. 

b) Add powdered camphor and stir it until it gets melt into the oil. 

c) Leave it to cool down. 

d) Apply it on your scalp using your finger tips. 

e) Keep it overnight. 

f) Wash your hair with a mild shampoo. 

2. Yoghurt and apple cider vinegar

Yoghurt contains lactic acid which helps to exfoliate the dirt particles and clean the scalp. It is also rich in good bacteria which helps to clear the bad bacteria or fungus which causes dandruff. It's anti-inflammatory action helps in soothing the scalp.

The Apple cider vinegar also possess anti bacterial properties as a result of which it discards the bad bacteria and promotes a healthy scalp.

Following are the steps to make the hair mask using yoghurt and apple cider vinegar. 

a) Take 3 tablespoon of yoghurt. 

b) Add 1 table spoon of apple cider vinegar to it. 

c) Mix it well and prepare a hair mask. 

d) Apply this mask onto your scalp after shower. 

e) After applying it cover your hair with a towel. 

f) keep it for 20-30 minutes and then wash off with normal water. 

3. Lemon, honey and tea tree oil

Lemon is the traditional ingredient for getting rid of the dandruff naturally. Lemon contains citric acid which prevents the bacterial and fungal growth. 

Honey helps to soothe the scalp where as tea tree oil is the best essential oil for killing bacterias. 

Read the steps for the effective use of  the above ingredients. 

a) Take a full lemon and squeeze it in a bowl.

(NOTE: Dilute the lemon juice with water as it can cause redness, itching and damage to follicles and scalp.) 

b) Add half table spoon of honey to it. 

c) Add few drops of Tea tree oil and mix well. 

d) apply this mixture with your fingers to your scalp and hair. 

e) leave for 10-15 minutes and wash with a mild shampoo.

BONUS TIP: 

You should include coconut oil in your diet which helps you to nourish your skin from inside as well.

Flaxseed are rich in omega-3-fatty acids which are best known to remove the free radicals in our body and also cuts bad fat inside our body. This amazing ingredient also known as linseed is very helpful to maintain the fat and oil balance which helps to clearing off the dandruff from your scalp. 

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