Dandruff causes itchiness and loss of hair. This article gives useful tips on how to eliminate dandruff naturally.

How To Eliminate Dandruff Naturally

Dandruffs are dried skin flakes that the skin sheds. However, due to various factors the rate of shedding increases which if not controlled may lead to severe hair fall. One common cause of dandruff is the lack of moisture. The scalp turns dry and there is deficiency of nutrients. So, the skin flakes. Drinking plenty of water is recommended. Having a proper diet decreases dandruff considerably. Plenty of fruits rich in fiber are very good for the skin. Blood circulation is also of outmost importance and so a regular massage of the scalp is beneficial. Combing the hair regularly also increases the blood circulation. Commercial shampoos can also help but some of them contain harsh chemicals which in the long run can harm the scalp and hair. Employing natural methods, on the other hand, do not have any side effects and are also easy to make. Sometimes, dandruffs can be caused due to bacterial and fungal infections. Through natural remedies these can be controlled but proper medical care must be taken. In the article below are tips on many natural remedies that can help you to eliminate dandruffs.
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Home Remedies To Remove Dandruff

Lemon:
Take two lemons and cut them to slices. Now use the slice to rub the scalp thoroughly for ten minutes. Use the slices as a massage for the scalp. Then wash your head.
 
Fenugreek (Methi):
Take two tablespoon of fenugreek and soak it overnight. The next morning make a fine paste out of it and apply to the scalp for atleast one hour. Then shampoo your hair.
 
Apple Cider Vinegar:
 First wash and dry your hair thoroughly. Apply a bit of apple cider vinegar on the scalp and massage for five to ten minutes. Rinse.
 
Garlic and Lemon :
Make a fine garlic paste and mix it with lime juice. Apply it all over your scalp and keep it till it dries off. Wash with shampoo.
 
Coconut oil and Lemon:
Squeeze two lemons in a bowl and mix it with three table spoon of coconut oil. Apply the coconut lemon mix to the scalp by gently massaging. Now take a towel and dip it in boiling water and then wring the excess water out. Wear the towel on your head like a turban for forty five to fifty minutes. Use shampoo to wash your hair.
 
Buttermilk:
Apply buttermilk on your hair and leave for ten minutes so that the buttermilk spreads all over the scalp. Then shampoo your hair.
 
Suhaga, Coconut Oil and Yoghurt:
Mix suhaga, coconut oil and yoghurt in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Apply this paste every alternate day on your scalp and hair. Use a mild shampoo to wash.
 
 
Aromatherapy:
Use aromatherapy shampoo to regulate the oil glands in the scalp. This natural homemade shampoo can eliminate bacteria and toxins from the scalp and also increase the circulation. The preparation is given below:

Ingredients
  • Shampoo – 250 ml
  • Pine oil – 6 drop
  • Cederwood oil – 8 drops
  • Tea tree oil – 10 drops
  • Lemon oil – 4 drops
  • Clary sage oil – 4 drops
  • Rosemary oil – 6 drops
 
Preparation: Take the shampoo and add all the oils to it. Mix it thoroughly and use it thrice a week.
 
Eucalyptus:
Boil dried eucalyptus leaves in water. Cool it and fill it in a bottle. Now add a few drops of apple cider vinegar. Pour it in the hair and leave it for half an hour.
 
Baking Soda:
Before taking a shower rub the scalp with baking soda. Then use shampoo to wash the hair.  

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