Many women encounter dandruff at one stage of life or the other. The feel of dandruff on one’s hair can be very uncomfortable and the itchy very annoying. If you have dandruff and want to get rid of it the best and local way, here are some home remedies you can use and say goodbye to dandruff.
Listerine is a good chemical that fights fungus. Although it is well known as mouth wash,it can also do wonders for the hair. One of the most common causes of dandruff is an overabundance of fungi on the scalp. When you want to use Listerine to treatdandruff, you will need water andListerine Mouthwash (not the green or blue type), and a spray bottle (optional). You will need to mix water with Listerine. After you shampoo, spray or pour the solution onto your scalp, massage the hair very well and leave it for 30 minutes before rinsing with water.
Eat Healthy
Healthy eating is very important tohealthy living. Eating healthy helps every aspect of your well-being. These days we’re learning more and realising better that diet is truly vital to our health, so it comes as no surprise that it would have some impact on skin conditions, including dandruff. Of course, food that is extremely fatty or unhealthy should be avoided, but that’s common knowledge whether you follow it or not. What you may not know is what to eat to help your scalp and why; so check out the list below of some good foods that would help you get rid of those pesky flakes, and keep them from coming back.
Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables in particular have great impact on our skin. They encourage healthy hair, skin, and nail growth. So, shoot for stuffs like cabbage, spinach, and lettuce; always add them to your meal.
Fish Oils
Fish oil can make a difference in the overall make-up of your skin. Taking fish oil supplements will not cure your dandruff, but it can help lessen its severity and or prevent it.
Lean Proteins
To minimize dandruff, try eating more lean proteins. They help to build hair and skin and keep them healthy. Aim for fish and non-meat proteins, such as eggs, nuts, and beans.
Use Lemons
The acidity in pure freshly squeezed lemon juice can help break down the fungus that is often the cause of dandruff outbreaks. It’s also free from harsh chemicals and other unnatural ingredients that often do more harm than good to your hair and scalp, plus it leaves you smelling clean and fresh. So remember, the next time life gives you dandruff, give it lemons. When using lemons for dandruff, all you will need istwo tablespoons and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice and one cup of water. Massage the 2 tablespoons of lemon juice into your scalp and leave it to sit for a minute. Mix one teaspoon of lemon juice into 1 cup of water and rinse your hair with it. Repeat daily until no longer needed.
Enjoy Aloe
Aloe Vera gel does wonders and many of us are familiar with this amazing plant. While it may be used more commonly to help minor burns, it can also help give you relief from dandruff. It works because its constituents inhibit the process of skin cell proliferation. In other words, the stuff that makes it up slows down how fast your cells grow; and since dandruff often is caused by cells growing and dying too rapidly, the aloe can help bring them to normalcy. 1 bottle of Aloe Vera gel is needed for use. Apply Aloe Vera gel to the scalp 15 minutes before washing your hair. After 15 minutes, shampoo and wash it as normal.
Use Salt
Salt is something we always have around us, it’s something we use every day. Yet most of us don’t know that salt can help get rid of dandruff. Its slightly abrasive crystals will work as a natural exfoliator, getting off the extra oil and dead skin flakes.
It is effective because it clears a path (so to speak), for the shampoo which can sink in and work to its fullest potential. While rubbing salt on your scalp may not sound like spa treatment, it can actually feel quite pleasant, especially if your skin is itchy. For this therapy, just three tablespoons of salt is needed. Gently massage the salt into your dry or slightly dampened scalp for 2-3 minutes and shampoo immediately afterwards. This will leave you feeling clean and dandruff free.
