10 Ways To Stop Dandruff With Herbal Therapy

Written by Indrani Karmakar, BA Hons  • 

Winter is here, and so is your fear of dandruff flakes making heaps on your shoulders. However, those in a constant battle with dandruff know that it is not just the doing of a dry scalp. In fact, fungi and bacterias thrive well on the oily scalp and multiply when there is an abundance of oil (1). So if you have tried every product on the shelves but still can’t stop dandruff from stripping your confidence, we are here to help you. Here in this article are a few natural remedies to eliminate dandruff from your hair roots and keep the flakey collar problem at bay! Read on to know them all.

1. Lemon And Orange Zest

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Beneficial substances in orange peel include vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, and dietary fiber. All you need to do is collect some orange peels in a bowl and add some freshly squeezed lemon juice to it. Grind them until it forms an even paste. Massage the paste on your scalp for about 30 minutes and let it dry. Once it is partially dry, wash it thoroughly with cold water.

2. Add Aspirin To Your Shampoo

Add Aspirin To Your Shampoo
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The salicylic acid in aspirin is also found in most anti-dandruff shampoos (2). Due to its capacity to exfoliate scalp, remove dandruff flakes & prevent excessive oil production, it is considered one of the most beneficial components in combating dandruff. Aspirin can treat dandruff if you combine it with your regular shampoo. But first, you must distribute the formula with water and then apply it throughout the full length of your hair. Let it sit for a while, and then wash it out.

3. Paste Made From Fenugreek Seeds

Paste Made From Fenugreek Seeds
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It has been studied that fenugreek seeds’ anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antioxidant properties effectively reduce dandruff formation (3). For effective dandruff treatment with fenugreek, try this easy recipe. First, soak the seeds in water in a small basin overnight. Then make a paste by mashing the grains with lemon juice. Apply the paste evenly on your scalp and let it dry. After about 30 minutes, wash the paste from your hair and scalp. Finally, use shampoo to remove the stench.

4. Bananas Marinated With Apple Cider Vinegar

Bananas Marinated With Apple Cider Vinegar
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To make this, you’ll need 1 whole banana and a cup of apple cider vinegar. To make a paste, peel one banana, add apple cider vinegar, and mix thoroughly. Next, massage this paste through your hair using light, circular motions, and ensure that it covers the whole length of your hair. After twenty minutes, wash as usual and rinse off the mask.

5. Amla Powder And Basil Leaves

Amla Powder And Basil Leaves
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The first step is gathering fresh basil leaves and mixing two teaspoons of amla powder in it. Next, you can add a little water to make an even paste. Apply it on your scalp and let it dry. Wait for 15-20 minutes, and then wash your hair with cold water.

6. Lemon Juice And Coconut Oil

Lemon Juice And Coconut Oil
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Add 2 tablespoons of heated coconut oil with 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a 1:1 ratio. Massage the mixture into your scalp thoroughly. After waiting twenty minutes, wash the hair with shampoo.

7. Neem Juice

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Make a paste by grinding together some freshly plucked neem leaves. Apply it on your scalp and hair, and wait for at least ten minutes. Once it is dry, wash it with cool water.

8. Jojoba Oil With Mustard Oil

Jojoba Oil With Mustard Oil
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The antibacterial and antifungal properties of mustard oil are well-known. Rich in beneficial nutrients, jojoba oil helps keep skin supple and soft. You may prepare a hair mask to fight dandruff by combining 1 teaspoon of mustard oil and 1 tbsp of jojoba oil. Using your fingertips, massage the mixture into your scalp before washing it off with your regular shampoo. It is highly advised to conduct a trial run before using mustard oil since it may cause severe irritation to people who are allergic to it.

9. Lemon Juice And Yogurt

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Applying yogurt as a hair mask is suitable for all hair textures and types and it also helps reduce dandruff. Add a few spoons of lemon juice to a bowl of yogurt and mix it well. Apply it on your hair and scalp and let it sit for 20 minutes. Once it is dry, wash it off with warm water.

10. Honey And Garlic

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The antifungal and anti-yeast effects of garlic are well-documented. You may eliminate dandruff using a mixture made from a few cloves of garlic and a spoonful of honey. Put this paste on your hair’s roots and let it sit for 15 minutes. Then, use shampoo to remove the smell.

Even though these home remedies effectively fight dandruff, you must do a patch test before using ingredients you are unsure of on your skin. In addition, your scalp is a sensitive part of your body, and you want to wait before you experiment with unknown herbs on your scalp. So, which of these recipes will you try first to keep dandruff at bay? Let us know in the comments section!

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