hey everyone in this video we will
discuss about top 10 methods to control
dandruff at home dandruff is a common
skin condition that mainly affects the
scalp it is characterized by white or
yellow flakes of dead skin cells that
Clump together and appear as white
flakes on the scalp and hair dandruff
can be caused by a number of things
including dry skin oily skin seborrike
dermatitis and sensitivity to Hair Care
Products common symptoms of dandruff
include white oily looking flakes of
dead skin in your hair and on your
shoulders and an itchy scaling scalp
while dandruff is not a serious
condition it can be uncomfortable and
embarrassing but it is not harmful or
contagious there are many methods to get
rid of dandruff depending on the cause
and severity of your condition so let's
discuss about the most effective ways to
control your dandruff
first is apple cider vinegar apple cider
vinegar helps balance the pH level of
the scalp which can reduce the growth of
yeast that contributes to dandruff it
also has antimicrobial properties that
can combat fungal infections to use it
mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar
and water after shampooing apply the
mixture to your scalp and let it sit for
five to ten minutes then rinse your
scalp thoroughly
next is tea tree oil tea tree oil has
anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties
that can help eliminate the yeast
causing dandruff it also reduces scalp
inflammation and itching for maximum
benefits add a few drops of tea tree oil
to your regular shampoo or mix it with a
carrier oil like coconut oil massage the
mixture into your scalp leave it on for
a few minutes then rinse thoroughly
next is aloe vera aloe vera has soothing
and moisturizing properties that can
alleviate dryness and reduce scalp
irritation it also has anti-fungal
properties that can help combat dandruff
causing fungi to use it extract fresh
aloe vera gel from the leaf and apply it
directly to your scalp leave it on for
15 to 20 minutes before rinsing it off
repeat a few times a week over time you
will begin to observe the effect
next is baking soda baking soda acts as
an exfoliant removing dead skin cells
and reducing flakes it also helps
balance the pH level of the scalp wet
your hair and scalp then rub a handful
of baking soda onto your scalp leave it
on for a couple of minutes before
rinsing thoroughly be cautious not to
use it too frequently as it can be
drying for your scalp
next is coconut oil coconut oil is a
natural moisturizer that helps combat
dryness and reduces the appearance of
flakes it also possesses anti-fungal
properties warm up some coconut oil and
massage it into your scalp leave it on
overnight or for a few hours before
washing it out with a gentle shampoo
repeat a few times a week
next in our list is lemon juice lemon
juice contains citric acid which helps
balance the pH level of the scalp and
reduces dandruff causing yeast it also
acts as a natural astringent controlling
oil production dilute freshly squeezed
lemon juice with water and apply it to
your scalp leave it on for five to ten
minutes before rinsing thoroughly avoid
using this remedy if you have any scalp
Cuts or open wounds
next is camphor camphor has anti-fungal
properties that can help fight dandruff
camphor has a cooling sensation when
applied topically this cooling effect
can provide relief from itchiness and
scalp irritation which are common
symptoms of dandruff to use mix a few
drops of camphor oil with coconut oil
and massage it into your scalp leave it
on for 30 minutes before rinsing it out
next is Rosemary extract Rosemary
contains compounds like rosmarinic acid
and sineol which have antimicrobial
properties it also has anti-inflammatory
properties these properties may help
combat the growth of fungi or Yeast on
the scalp including the ones that cause
dandruff an excessive production of
sebum which is nothing but natural scalp
oil can contribute to dandruff by
balancing the oil production Rosemary
may help reduce the occurrence of
dandruff now let's see how to use it you
can use it in two different ways one is
rosemary oil scalp massage and other one
is Rosemary infused rinse for rosemary
oil scalp massage dilute a few drops of
rosemary oil and coconut oil or olive
oil massage the mixture into your scalp
for a few minutes and leave it on for
about 30 minutes before shampooing your
hair for Rosemary infused rinse prepare
a rosemary infusion by steeping fresh or
dried rosemary leaves in hot water for
about 30 minutes after shampooing rinse
your hair with the cooled Rosemary
infusion
next is neem oil neem oil contains
anti-fungal compounds that can combat
the overgrowth of dandruff causing fungi
it also has anti-inflammatory properties
that can reduce scalp inflammation
relieving itching and redness associated
with dandruff neem oils fatty acids help
moisturize the scalp reducing dryness
and flaking it also promotes a balanced
scalp pH improves blood circulation and
nourishes the hair follicles
contributing to a healthier scalp and
potentially reducing dandruff to use mix
a few drops of neem oil with coconut oil
and massage it into your scalp leave it
on for 30 minutes before rinsing it out
next are fenugreek seeds they contain
mucilage which moisturizes the scalp and
reduces dryness and flakiness associated
with dandruff they also have
anti-inflammatory properties that can
soothe an irritated scalp and alleviate
itching and inflammation fenugreek seeds
possess anti-fungal properties that may
help control the overgrowth of fungi or
Yeast on the scalp which can contribute
to dandruff to use soak two tablespoons
of fenugreek seeds in water overnight
and grind them into a paste apply the
paste to your scalp and leave it on for
30 minutes before rinsing it out
apart from these methods you may also
consider following
first practice proper hair hygiene avoid
using excessive hair styling products as
they can contribute to the buildup of
oils and dead skin cells additionally
avoid sharing Combs brushes or towels to
prevent the spread of dandruff causing
fungi
second massage your scalp regularly
massaging your scalp while shampooing or
using a natural oil such as coconut oil
or tea tree oil can help improve blood
circulation and prevent dryness leave
the oil on your scalp for a few hours
before washing it out
third maintain a healthy diet a balanced
diet that includes foods rich in
vitamins and minerals can promote a
healthy scalp ensure you consume foods
containing omega-3 fatty acids zinc B
vitamins and antioxidants
fourth manage stress levels stress can
worsen dandruff symptoms engage in
stress reducing activities like exercise
meditation or hobbies to help control
dandruff
fifth avoid hot water and excessive heat
styling hot water can strip your scalp
of natural oils leading to dryness and
dandruff similarly excessive heat
styling such as blow drying or using
flat irons can contribute to a dry scalp
opt for lukewarm water and limit the use
of heat styling tools
sixth don't scratch your scalp
scratching can further irritate your
scalp and worsen dandruff if your scalp
feels itchy use a gentle touch or try
using a medicated anti-itch cream
so these are a few methods to keep
dandruff in check we understand that
hair fall can be a concern for many
individuals to address this issue we
have created comprehensive videos
specifically dedicated to hair fall
related concerns in the description box
below you can find links to these videos
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