Dandruff is a very common problem faced by all age groups. It has environmental factors, hormonal factors as its causes. Getting rid of it can be really helpful for boosting self confidence, comfort and health. To start, dandruff is caused due to a fungus. But it is classified into two types, dry and wet.
If the fungus feeds on oil, the dandruff is wet dandruff, and such people with oily scalp should wash their hail more frequently to keep off the fungus and dandruff. On the other hand if the head flakes of due to lack of oil, dandruff would be caused, so such people should use oil to stay away from dandruff. Diagnosis of the type of scalp can be felt by the person himself or if any doubt, a trichologis should be contacted.
Dandruff, if not cleaned off, can cause baldness, itching and acne in the long run. So it should be avoided by frequent hair washes, application of pepper powder, fenugreek and tulsi have been common therapies recommended by ayurvedics. In general it can be stayed away from by using a good shampoo and abstaining from oiling your scalp unnecessarily.
Here are some easy tips that may help you to control dandruff.
Avoid Junk food:
Unhealthy eating habits is one of the reasons for dandruff. To avoid dandruff, eat nutritious food regularly.
Fenugreek seeds:
Fenugreek seeds is an excellent remedy on Dandruff. Soak 2 tbsp fenugreek seeds overnight into 1/2 cup water. Make a fine paste and apply to your scalp and wash thoroughly after 30 minutes.
Apple Cider vinegar:
Apple cider vinegar helps to kill the bacteria. Mix 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar with 2 tbsp water and damp it on the scalp with cotton ball. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash with mild shampoo.
Coconut Oil:
If you have dry skin, make 1 tbsp coconut oil warm and gently massage on the scalp. Leave it overnight and wash with mild shampoo. Do it at least twice a week.
Yogurt:
Whisk 2 tbsp plain Yogurt. Massage on the scalp. After 45 minutes rinse it off with warm water and shampoo.
Lemon Juice:
Lemon juice is an inexpensive dandruff controller. To use lemon juice, wash hair with natural shampoo, rinse thoroughly. Apply lemon juice to you scalp. Do not rub harshly, massage gently. Then after 5 minutes rinse with warm water. It will make your hair shiny and dandruff free.
Herbal Oil:
Many people face hair-fall due to dandruff. For that reason, use herbal oils for head massage. It will keep your scalp moist and help to make your hair stronger.
Few points to remember:
* Keep your hair and scalp clean. Dandruff worsens because of uncleaned hair.
* Comb at least twice a day, it is beneficial for blood circulation
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