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If dandruff is leaving a trail on all your tops, you need to put an end to it with the help of these home remedies. Not only is this problem embarrassing, it also leads to an itchy scalp and hair fall. Here’s how you can nip it in the bud at home.

Home remedy for dandruff #1: Neem

One way to address your dandruff woes is by using a home-made pack containing neem. Celebrity naturopath Dr Nirmala Shetty in her book ‘Beauty At Your Fingertips’ shares an anti-dandruff pack.

You will need:

¼ cup neem juice, coconut milk and beetroot juice

1 tsp coconut oil

Steps:

Mix all the ingredients together and massage the pack into the scalp.

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Wash it after 20 minutes with a herbal shampoo and conditioner.

Do this once a week to see results.

Home remedy for dandruff #2: Fenugreek or methi

Fenugreek or methi seeds can also help reduce the occurrence of dandruff. It has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties which help banish the white flakes.

You will need:

2 tbsp fenugreek seeds

1 cup water

1 cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

Soak methi seeds in water overnight.

Grind them into a paste in the morning.

Add apple cider vinegar to the paste and apply on your scalp.

Leave it for 30 minutes and then wash off with mild shampoo.

This will help relive itchy and dry scalp too.

Home remedy for dandruff #3: Aspirin

Though not a natural remedy, it is definitely a quick way to get rid of dandruff. Aspirin contains salicylates – an active ingredient in most dandruff shampoos that contain salicylic acid.

You will need:

2 aspirin tablets

Shampoo

Steps:

Crush the tablets. Add it to any normal shampoo.

Let it lather and keep it on for 5 minutes.

Wash your hair. If you feel the aspirin powder on your scalp, rinse again with plain shampoo.

Home remedy for dandruff #4: Baking soda

Yes, baking soda can help you get rid of dandruff. It is alkaline in nature and helps eliminate dead skin cells by acting as a mild exfoliant. It also helps in controlling oil secretion on the scalp.

You will need:

2 tsp baking soda

Few drops of water

Steps:

Wash your hair with warm water.

Add a few drops of water in baking soda to form a paste.

Apply it on your scalp and massage it for a few minutes.

Rinse your hair with plain water or shampoo.

Home remedy for dandruff #5: Reetha or soap nuts

An age-old Indian remedy to keep one’s hair long and strong, soap nuts have been traditionally used in combination with shikakai. But its anti-bacterial properties can keep scalp problems at bay too.

You will need:

10-15 soap nuts

1 tbsp Amla powder or juice

2-3 cups of water

Steps:

Soak reetha in water overnight.

In the morning, grind them and boil the powder in water. Strain.

Now add amla juice or powder to it and mix well. Use water to make it a paste if required.

Apply on scalp for 30 minutes and then rinse off with a mild shampoo.

Home remedy for dandruff #6:Lemon

This citrus fruit has abundant vitamin C and is acidic in nature which helps keep dandruff at bay. You can either squeeze out its juice or rub it directly on the scalp.

You will need:

Juice of 4 lemons or raw lemon slices.

Steps:

Rub lemon slices on your scalp and leave for 10-15 minutes.

Rinse with plain water.

Do this once a week to see results.

Home remedy for dandruff #7: Aloe vera gel

Aloe vera gel is effective in keeping dandruff in-check. Apart from its anti-fungal properties, it also is soothing to the scalp and keeps itching at bay.

You will need:

5 tbsp aloe vera gel

Steps:

You can either scoop out gel from aloe plant or use gel sold in drugstores.

Simply massage it on your scalp and let it stay for 30 minutes.

Make sure your hair isn’t oiled.

Wash with plain water or mild shampoo.

People who have dry, frizzy hair can simply do away with washing it off too for a day.

So try these remedies to get rid of dandruff the natural way.

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