How Can You Remove Dandruff?

Posted by Apoorv Sahani on April 2nd, 2018

Many people ask about the cause of dandruff because almost everyone gets to deal with dandruff at some point in their lives, and has tried many ways to get rid of it. Research shows that dandruff has several causes but a major one is when a fungus referred to as malassezia develops on the scalp, leading to drying of the scalp and removal of the scalp skin. The itching sensation and the whitish flaky scalp associated with dandruff is something you definitely want to put to an end. Here are proven ways to get rid of dandruff permanently.

1. Oil your hair regularly

Oiling your hair is the best and easy way to tackle dandruff because you can oil your hair without having to ask for help or pay for the service. Everyone’s hair is different and different type of oils suits different scalp. It is important to research or ask an expert to know your type of hair to avoid using wrong oils. You can also use various the oils or mix them with other ingredients; this is recommendable too.

2. Check the ingredients given in the oil bottles for abrasive allergens

It is important for those people with sensitive skin to read the labels on the bottle to avoid using oils that contain chemicals like parabens, sulfates, fragrances, and synthetic colors. For a sensitive skin, these chemicals are dangerous for they cause scalp dryness, and eventually dandruff, which will be stressful to remove. Reading the labels will take you a few minutes and save you a lot in the end.

3. Comb your hair regularly

The importance of combing the hair is to aid in shedding off the skin, which has already dried. It is important to make use of your hair comb to reduce the risk of exposure to dandruff.

4. Moisturize and protect

Moisturizing your hair is important for it helps prevent a dry scalp that leads to dandruff. Make use of Argan oil, as it is prescribed for dandruff . Use it to moisturize your hair because it is rich in vitamin E, fatty acids, and antioxidants. This oil makes an excellent hydrating shampoo for an itchy and dry scalp.

5. Make use of homemade anti dandruff hair oil

Homemade oil is cheap and easy to prepare too. Use coconut oil, fenugreek seeds, essential oil like tea tree oil and lemon zest or pees. Follow this procedure and learn to prepare them to get dandruff free hair:

Process

  • Clean, the lemon peels and fenugreek seeds, and leave them to dry until the moisture evaporates
  • Heat two spoons of lemon zest and fenugreek seeds in a deep pan for a minute
  • Add a cup of coconut oil and heat until you see bubbles
  • Add in three drops of essential oil
  • Lastly, with a strainer, filter the residue and transfer to a bottle

This homemade oil, if regularly used, will prevent dandruff. Use it before you shower. Store the oil away from moisture to prevent it from spoiling.

Dealing with dandruff is not as difficult as you might think. You simply need to apply anti dandruff oil on a regular basis.

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