Winters are setting in, and along with the chill come a ton of problems associated with the season. One of the major concerns associated with winters is dry scalp that, in turn, leads to dandruff.
Dandruff is essentially flakes of skin that is shed by your scalp to renew itself. It is common in everybody but the cycle of renewal varies. If your scalp renews its skin faster, it is more noticeable and is referred to as problematic. People suffering from this condition also experience redness of the scalp and irritation, and at times it may lead to serious problems, such as fungal infection and dermatitis. Therefore, it is important to control the problem and get treatment as soon as possible.
Dandruff Treatments
There are various solutions to temporarily treat dandruff and keep it at bay. These include using anti dandruff shampoos and oils from time to time.
You need to keep your scalp clean and wash your hair every three days. However, these shampoos and oils contain chemicals that tend to cause other problems like hair fall, grey hair and brittle texture.
The best thing to do in this case is to go natural. There are many home remedies that you can implement. A few are mentioned below:
Regular Oiling
The main cause of dandruff is dry scalp. In winters, it is especially important to oil your hair and keep the skin of your scalp well nourished. You can use olive oil, mustard oil, or coconut oil, and massage well into the hair with firm strokes. If you wrap a hot towel around your head post the massage it will open up the pores in the skin and enable it to absorb the oil better.
Yogurt Mask
The benefits of yogurt are well known, but it is also a good way to get rid of dandruff. A hair mask made of yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice and black pepper is an excellent way to nourish your scalp and reduce flaking. Apply on your scalp once a week, and leave for 20 minutes before washing off. Alternatively, you can also make a mask of yogurt with gram flour.
The Magic of Neem
Neem has been used for medicinal purposes since the beginning of time! For treating dandruff, make a paste of neem leaves and apply on the scalp. Not only will it reduce flakiness, it will also cure any infections and eruptions on the scalp. You can use this remedy as frequently as you like.
