With winters, dandruff also makes an unwanted entry into our lives, making our scalp itchy and dry. And in order to treat this, all of us have tried our hands on an array of products, but to no avail. As all of our grandmas believe, home remedies surely are the most effective way of reducing dandruff and itchy scalp if you're in search of a product. There are a few products which are easily available at our homes and work wonders for that dry scalp. If you are still doubtful about what to use to end your suffering, we have some of the most tried and tested home remedies of all times.
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1. Fenugreek, curry leaves, coconut oil.
Fenugreek/methi seeds, curry leaves and coconut oil are scientifically proven to have done wonders for hair individually. Mixing them can surely help one get rid of the dandruff filled scalp.
How to use:
Heat the coconut oil in a pan for around 2-3 minutes on low flame. As soon as you feel that the oil has started boiling a bit, add 2-3 tbsp of fenugreek seeds and curry leaves in it. Cover the pan with the lid and let the oil soak all the benefits from the rest two ingredients for a few minutes. Keep checking the mixture, and as you realize that the seeds and leaves have started turning brown and so has the oil, turn off the flame. After turning off, let the mixture cool up a bit and strain it in a glass jar. Apply the oil two-three times a week, keeping it on for a minimum of 1 hour and then wash it off with a mild shampoo.
fenugreek seeds, curry leaves and coconut oil
2. Curd and egg
Curd as we all know is rich in B Vitamins and zinc, and egg is an excellent source of protein. Both of these combined can help one in fighting the dandruff.
How to use:
Beat 1 egg and mix the same with 2-3 tbsp of curd properly. Apply the mask on to your hair and cover it with a shower cap/towel. After 1 hour, wash your hair with a mild shampoo.
curd and egg
3. Aloe-vera and curd
As mentioned earlier, curd has excellent properties for your hair, and fresh aloe-vera is no less. Combining the two in your hair wash routine can surely reduce your hair problems ranging from dandruff, hairfall and frizz. Both the ingredients have conditioning properties as well, helping you get that non-frizzy look.
How to use:
Take a fresh aloe-vera strand. Peel the upper layer and blend the inside in a blender for a smooth gel texture. Take a cup of curd and mix it with 2-3 tbsp blended aloe-vera. Apply the mask on your hair and wash it off with a shampoo after 1 hour.
Aloe vera and curd
4. Apple cider vinegar
We all know the benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar, but little do we know the wonders it can do for our hair. With antibacterial and antifungal properties, apple cider vinegar can help in reducing dandruff.
How to use:
Mix 3/4th cup of apple cider vinegar with 1 cup of cold water. Wash off your hair with shampoo as normal and pour the mixture just like you pour normal water. Do this once a week.
Apple cider vinegar
5. Camphor and coconut oil
Camphor is really good for your hair and can genuinely treat dandruff if used regularly.
How to use:
Heat coconut oil a little and mix crushed camphor into the coconut oil. Apply the little warm mixture on to your scalp and massage it properly. Use it two times a week and wash it off with mild shampoo after an hour.
While all these mixtures can prove helpful to some, it may cause irritation to others. It is always advised to patch test them before applying on your scalp. Dandruff can be due to some long lying condition and if none of the remedies are suiting you, it is always best to consult a doctor.
