So, what causes dandruff anyway? Dandruff is a scalp problem that affects people of any ethnicity and age. It can be accompanied by itching, redness, and irritation. There can be many reasons you are experiencing flakes.
Environmental
Poor diet and water intake
Dry scalp
Poor hygiene
Wrong product
Over shampooing
Dermatitis
Eczema and psoriasis
Excess sebum production
Knowing the reason you may have dandruff may require an experts opinion and diagnosis. See a dermatologist if you have concerns. I've put together some well know natural remedies that may help to ease your pain and provide some relief.
1. COCONUT OIL
As a natural moisturizer, it can also provide some relief for itchy dry scalp. It can be used as a scalp prepoo before shampooing your hair, mixed into your hair treatment, or within your regular hair routine.
2. APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
Apple cider vinegar is used in everyday life to aid and remedy many health issues. It contains powerful anti-fungal properties. It has the ability to kills fungus at the root of the hair follicle. It also stops the growth of yeast and balance pH levels inside and out of the body. This is amazing stuff!
3. BAKING SODA
It can help restore the natural moisture balance on the surface of the scalp. You can simply mix baking soda with a little water to make a paste, shampoo hair, and rub paste into scalp letting it sit for a few minutes. Rinse and repeat when needed.
4. ALOE VERA
It's nature's gift! Aloe vera works as and excellent conditioner for hair and scalp. It has soothing antiseptic properties which will clear up any bacteria causing the dandruff. It can be boiled down and used as a prepoo with oils, added to shampoos and conditioners, and into your leave-in products.
5. ASPIRIN
Yes. Aspirin. It contains acetylsalicylic acid which help to cut through bacteria and remove built up dead skin. Simply crush the aspirin into your shampoo and wash as normal.
Give some of these natural remedies a try if you suffer from dry flaky scalp. Let us know your results.
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