More than 50% of the population in the US are affected by dandruff. Dandruff can appear at any age; however, it’s more likely to do so when a person is between 20-30 years old. Such an inconvenient condition can usually lead to a dry scalp, hair loss, and have a negative effect on your self-confidence.
Here at Bright Side, we gathered some effective natural ways to get rid of dandruff.
1. Tea tree oil
Even as little as a 5% presence of tea tree oil in your shampoo can significantly improve the condition of your scalp. When it comes to dandruff, tea tree oil can be a lifesaver since it provides immediate effects thanks to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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2. Apple cider vinegar
The antifungal properties of unfiltered and completely organic apple cider vinegar can be used to treat itchy and dry skin that causes dandruff. The acid content present in apple cider vinegar changes the pH of the scalp, making it harder for yeast to grow.
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3. Coconut oil
Coconut oil is often referred to by some people as a “blessing for hair” since there is not a single hair-related problem that can’t be cured by it. Coconut oil has antifungal properties that help it cure dandruff. It also contains lauric, caprylic, and capric acid, allowing it to nourish damaged hair.
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4. Raw honey
Honey offers a lot of surprising benefits when it’s used in its raw form. Honey is a natural humectant, which means it holds the moisture of the hair that prevents it from dying. Apart from that, it infuses the hair with several vitamins like vitamin A, B, C, D, E, and B-complex. Along with that, it provides several essential minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, etc. Raw honey is also very effective against dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
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5. Baking soda
Sodium bicarbonate, or commonly known as baking soda, has been proven to be useful on 40 dermatophytes, 18 yeasts, and 12 mold-related infections on various parts of the body. Baking soda is also an excellent exfoliator so applying it to the scalp will remove dead skin cells. Now, as baking soda is also basic/alkaline in nature, it also helps balance the pH of the scalp.
Baking soda has several benefits on the skin as its a powerful substance.
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6. Neem leaf extracts
Neem, also known as Azadirachta indica, has been considered as the ultimate antibacterial, antifungal, and natural purifier in India for hundreds of years. Neem extracts are powerful enough to remove all kinds of unwanted pathogens and dermophytes from the human body.
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7. Lemon
Lemon is the best known, most common, and most accessible cure for dandruff. It balances the pH of the scalp and cures itching in the process. Lemon also helps get rid of excess grease and oil from the scalp which reduces the spreading of the yeast that causes dandruff.
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Dandruff can occur to anyone at any time. If you’ve ever experienced it, what did you do to make it go away? Share your stories with us in the comments!
Illustrated by Alena Sofronova for BrightSide.me
