Dandruff Causes And Cures
Dandruff is a scaly condition of the skin where shiny, silvery scales separate from the scalp and stick to the hair. It is caused by hair follicles becoming blocked with excess sebum and is therefore associated with oily skin and acne. The main factors behind this skin disorder include hormonal imbalance, emotional stress, poor health, poor hygiene, heredity or excessive use of hair sprays etc.
The following treatments have proved effective for people:
Cleanliness
Using a mild shampoo to wash hair as often as you can will keep the scalp free from dandruff. Brushing the hair regularly, at least twice a day, is also important.
Nutrition
When dietary intake of a person is faulty it can trigger dandruff. It is as such important to have a balanced diet. Increasing the intake of Vitamin B and adding nuts to the diet can be of help. Garlic taken in the raw form or mixed with food is known to be good for curing dandruff.
Exercising
Exercising and sweating can also help you overcome dandruff. The Head Stand posture helps the circulation of blood in the head and thereby reduces this problem.
Home Made Remedies
Soak 2 tablespoons of fenugreek seeds overnight and apply its paste on the scalp for half an hour. Then wash the hair normally. Mix 5 tablespoons of strong rosemary infusion with a pinch of borax. Massage it into the scalp daily.
A good natural remedy for preventing dandruff is Nasturtium tea. Mix a strong infusion of this tea with a drop of essential oil of thyme. Use it to rinse hair or massage on scalp.
An effective herbal home remedy can be obtained by mixing 1 tablespoon of pure apple juice and 3 tablespoons of warm water. Massage this into scalp three times a week.
Washing your hair with lemon juice will leave your hair glossy and free of dandruff.
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