Dandruff: the most effective natural remedies
To prevent and treat
dandruff on the hair you can resort to natural remedies that can reduce the itching of the scalp and all the other
symptoms. Over time, you will be able to eliminate
dandruff and improve the situation.
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1. Tea tree essential oil
The tea tree oil is one of the best natural remedies for dandruff. It is absolutely the essence that best suits this type of pathology thanks to its very powerful antibacterial and antiseptic properties. In fact, many commercially available hair products are based on tea tree oil which will be very effective in solving this problem.
2. Bergamot essential oil against oily dandruff
The essence of bergamot is recognized for its strong sebum-regulating properties, so it is particularly useful in cases of oily dandruff and excessive greasiness of the scalp. Just add 15 drops of essence in your usual shampoo or a dozen drops in a pack against dandruff ready to benefit from its exceptional properties and enjoy its pleasant scent. Also read: Anti-dandruff essential oils: what they are and how to use them
3. Use of non-aggressive natural products
It is a very simple practice that simply consists of using natural, non-aggressive shampoos, wraps, conditioners, and lotions that do not contain allergenic and irritating chemicals. It is very important to respect the hydrolipidic balance of the skin and not to try to eliminate the sebum, otherwise, the problem of dandruff on the hair will worsen. We advise you to pay close attention to the ingredients and get advice from an expert herbalist who can support you in the purchase.
4. Aloe vera-based compresses for anti-inflammatory action
The aloe vera gel is a real cure for inflamed skin because it has a high power soothing, healing, and moisturizing. It is a valid remedy against dandruff because it reduces excessive dryness, hydrates deeply and reduces itching in the head. In a glass bowl put aloe vera gel and also add some lavender essential oil which is an antiseptic and soothing agent. Mix the mixture and apply it evenly on the skin. Leave on for 45 minutes and then proceed with a normal wash.
5. Yogurt-based dandruff pack
Add 5 drops of lemon essence and 3 drops of tea tree oil. Mix everything and distribute this compress against dandruff on the skin. Leave on for 20 minutes and then proceed with normal washing. This compress is useful against dandruff because it acts by restoring the hydro-lipid balance and consequently you will also have a benefit on dandruff. Repeat this treatment once a week.
6. Lemon juice to disinfect the skin
The lemon juice acts on disinfecting the skin in a natural way and is very useful in the case of dandruff. In particular, in cases of dry dandruff you can prepare this simple compress: Take a glass bowl and put 25 ml of sweet almond oil and 25 ml of olive oil. These two vegetable oils go to deeply nourish the skin, alleviating the problem of peeling skin. Add the juice of half a lemon and your recipe is ready.
7. Rosemary to regulate excess sebum
The rosemary is an excellent mineralizing hair, strengthens them, and makes them brighter. rebalancing the skin. Simply rub the skin gently with your fingers soaked in linseed oil and rosemary essence. For 10 ml of oil, 3 drops of rosemary oil will be sufficient. Gently massage for about ten minutes with circular movements so as to favor the absorption of linseed and rosemary oil and thus reactivate blood circulation. Repeat this treatment once a week.
8. The mix of anti-dandruff essential oils
As we have seen, there are several essential oils useful against dandruff. The main ones are lavender essential oil, rosemary, bergamot, lemon, mint, thyme, geranium. You can make mixes diluted in vegetable oil. We always advise you to insert the tea tree and then a few drops of the other essences. For example, in 50 ml of vegetable oil put 7 drops of tea tree and then a total of another 13 drops of the other essences (without going beyond the 3-4 drops per essence).
9. A mix of vegetable oils against head itching
You can make compresses based on soothing and antibacterial vegetable oils and leave them on for a few hours. This treatment will help you against itchy scalp and other symptoms. Among the best antibacterial oils found: coconut, neem, jojoba, flax, and castor oil. For a soothing treatment, we recommend instead: lavender oil, calendula oil, black currant oil, nigella oil. You can make a mix of these oils to rub on the hair and maybe add a few drops of lavender and tea tree essence (maximum 10 drops per 50 ml of vegetable oil). Find out how to use salt to get rid of dandruff.
10. Nourishing and soothing shea butter
The shea butter is a fatty substance rich in nutrients that will help you solve the problem of dandruff, thanks to moisturizing and soothing the scalp. Melt 10 g of shea butter in a water bath, then add a spoonful of olive oil and 5 drops of lavender essence with antiseptic and soothing action. Apply this compound on damp skin to facilitate the application and absorption of all the ingredients. After a few treatments, you will immediately notice an improvement. We advise you to do this mask also twice a week.
11Clay against oily dandruff
The ' green clay is a remedy for oily dandruff very effective because it has a purifying and degreasing of the scalp. To make a compress take a glass bowl and pour two spoons of ventilated green clay. Slowly add enough lukewarm water to obtain a creamy emulsion. Finally, we recommend you put 3 drops of rosemary essence and 3 drops of lavender essence. Use this compress on dry hair and leave for half an hour. Rinse with a mild neutral shampoo. You can repeat the treatment two or three times a month.
