Ten ways To Prevent Dandruff

Dandruff is the shedding of dead skin cells from scalp. While we all shed dead skin from our body excessive and visible shedding resulting to white flakes can get quite embarrassing. Here are ten tips to avoid dandruff:

Neem leaves - Neem with its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, has been used in treating various skin disorders from ages. Boil neem leaves in clean water and use this water to wash your hair. It works excellently in fighting dandruff

Gramflour and curd

Fenugreek – fenugreek helps in soothing the scalp and removing excess oil. Soak fenugreek overnight in water. Then grind it to a fine paste and leave it on scalp for about 30mins. Rinse off with a mild shampoo

Gram flour (besan)- Gram is a very effective natural cleanser. Mix gram powder with curd and apply on scalp. This helps in removing dandruff.

Basil leaves (tulsi) and amla powder (gooseberries)  – tulsi, known for its healing properties for ages is an effective dandruff remover and preventer. Make a paste of tulsi leaves and amla powder mixed with water (here you can use water boiled with neem leaves) and apply on scalp and wash off after 20mins.

Apple and oranges – apples do keep doctors and dandruff away! Make a paste of apple and oranges and apply on scalp for 20-30 mins. This will give relief from dandruff.

Ginger and beetroot paste – Ginger have antifungal properties. Make a paste of ginger and beetroot and wash it off after 20- 40 mins. Repeat for 3-4 days. This is an effective remedy for dandruff

Mehandi powder(henna leaves) – It is a natural conditioner. Make a paste of henna using tea(apply a few drops of lemon)  and apply on scalp. Wash off with a shampoo. This is also effective in reducing hair fall

Lime juice- The citric acid in lime juice can scrub off dead cells . take a cup of warm water. Add a tablespoon of lemon juice to it and use it to rinse your hair.

Aloe vera – Apply aloe vera gel on scalp and wash it off with an aloe vera shampoo. It has amazing anti fungal properties which helps in reducing dandruff

Use a good anti dandruff shampoo-  excess oil present in scalp can worsen dandruff. So use a good anti dandruff shampoo twice a week.

 If your dandruff dont reduce with these remedies, dont hesitate to see a doctor. Excessive dandruff can lead to furtherskin problems.