Dandruff is a common scalp disorder affecting almost half of the population at the post-pubertal age and of any sex and ethnicity. People are struggling to get rid of dandruff and although the causes are multiple here are the most common:
- Dry scalp
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- A skin condition (ex: seborrheic dermatitis)
- An overgrowth of yeast (ex: fungus called Malassezia)
So, let’s see a few efficient natural treatments to combat dandruff:
Tea tree oil significantly decreases the severity of dandruff.
- Add 10 drops of tea tree oil to your favorite shampoo as you wash regularly.
Coconut oil is a tested dandruff treatment.
- Massage 5 tablespoons of coconut oil into your scalp and let it sit for 1 to 3 hours.
- Shampoo normally.
Baking soda reduces fungi that can cause dandruff.
- Wet your hair and then rub a handful of baking soda vigorously into your scalp.
- Go right to rinsing.
After 2 weeks, your scalp will start producing natural oils, leaving your hair softer and without dandruff.
Apple cider vinegar changes the pH of your scalp, making it harder for the yeast to grow.
- Mix ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar with ¼ cup of water in a spray bottle.
- Spray across your scalp.
- Wrap your hair in a towel and let it sit for an hour.
- Then wash it with shampoo.
- Do this twice a week.
Mouthwash‘s anti-fungal properties help prevent dandruff-causing yeast from growing.
- Wash your hair with shampoo
- Rinse with an alcohol-based mouthwash.
What have you tried so far to remove your dandruff? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.