Hair is an identity, and when that deteriorates in quality- that will have a negative take on a person’s life. Often, we resort to expensive treatments and methods to get back that bouncy, lush hair. Sometimes, it may work, sometimes, we need to pay the price for that.
But in the backdrop, we forget that nature has so much to offer and it is sad that we fail to recognize the goodness of Mother Earth.
Now here, we have solid collection of all treatments that makes use of natural ingredients to improve and banish hair problems. The biggest plus point- you can do right at home and it takes only minutes to do on a daily basis.
Here, we are giving solutions to eliminate all the problems of dandruff.
Natural Treatments That you can practice everyday to stop Dandruff
Do you have dry skin? Does it flake or peel off like garlic skin off from the body? If that happens, then that body skin does need some serious attention. Just like the body skin, the scalp faces the same issue. At any time, do you feel that snowflakes are dropping from your scalp? If so, then take a closer look. That is dry skin shedding off from the scalp and in simple words, it is called dandruff.
Coconut Oil
For the problem, you need to use just not normal coconut oil but virgin coconut oil.
What is Virgin Coconut Oil?
This is the oil that is naturally extracted from he coconut without using any heat. In short, when coconut kernels are compressed, the pure oil can be extracted and that is the best for the hair.
It contains antioxidants, a refreshing fragrance, a sweet nutty taste and plus fatty acids that nourishes the scalp deep down.
How To Apply?
Take a few teaspoons of oil in a bowl, and lightly place over hot water.
Once lukewarm, take a bit of the oil and rub into your palms.
Then massage into the scalp. Use your fingertips and not your nails to massage.
The scalp should be soaked with the oil.
The process should be done very gently. The focus is on moisturising the skin and not the hair as such. You can also apply oil on the tips of your hair strands.
After rubbing into the scalp, then a wide toothed comb, to slowly comb the hair from tip to end. Do it about 5 times, in all directions. This will moisturise and increase the blood flow in the scalp.
Aloe Vera
This is a completely natural method, and one of the best options for all people with skin problems.
What is Aloe Vera?
This is one plant that grows throughout the year. So, if you can get your hands on a sapling of this, grow it. It will spread and branch out properly.
It has anti- fungal and anti- bacterial properties that can protect the scalp and skin from dandruff.
Apart from being a beauty product, it helps to soothe burns, itchy skin, wounds and so much more. If you have got bitten by an insect, try applying the gel of aloe vera.
How To Apply?
If you have fresh aloe vera, then cut about 10 centimetres long of aloe vera from the plant.
Carefully slice off the skin of the aloe vera and you will find it having a clear jelly like substance.
It will be light green in colour. This is what you need to take and use.
Scoop it out, and mash it up with a spoon, fork or in blender.
Then take small portions and lightly rub into your scalp. It will cool the scalp and also prevent any itching.
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
The body needs fat to stay hydrated and soft. For this, enjoy foods that are rich in omega 3 fatty acids.
What is Omega 3 Fatty Acids?
These are healthy fats that are present in various foods like seafood namely sardines, trout, and salmon. Also, you can have nuts like walnuts, flaxseeds to improve the balance of the skin and nails of the body.
When the skin is inflamed, or dry, it tends to get triggered to a lot of problems.
These fatty acids heal wounds and prevent the quick ageing of the skin.
How To Use?
You can consume cod live oil capsules daily for a month. Then reduce to eating a capsule just twice a week.
If not, use more fish in your daily diet.
Quit snacking on junk. Instead, if the hunger pangs strike you- enjoy a couple of peanuts, or almonds, or walnuts or maybe an assortment of all these.
Drink water to clear the excess fats and sweat that hoards up in the body.
Baking Soda
Baking soda is also called as sodium bicarbonate. In the past, it was mostly used for cooking, It has a power to make cakes and fried foods more fluffy and crispy.
What is Baking Soda?
Haven’t you heard of whiter teeth obtained from using baking soda? Yes, it has the capacity to eliminate dirt from the area, and that is what it does to the hair also.
It has antacid properties and that is what helps the substance to wipe out the grease and oils from the affected area.
It has no side effects, unless large amounts are swallowed.
How To Apply?
Take a heaped teaspoon of the baking soda and mix with a little water.
It should form a thick paste.
Then apply on the hair and keep aside for 30 minutes.
Finally rinse and wash with cold water.
Curd
Curd is a daily food item in all our homes. If you do not have curd at home, try yogurt instead. It serves the same purpose, but it will not be as fermented as curd. Still it is beneficial for the hair.
What is Curd?
When milk gets fermented by adding healthy bacteria to the milk, it develops into curd. It contains probiotics and that aids in digestion of the food.
Apart from that, if you use this as part of your beauty regime, it will bring that softness and natural glow to your skin.
The Only Problem: After having a bath with a bit of curd massage, it will feel really good, but you may smell of milk. So, what do you do?
The solution is to prepare an oat scrub and rub over the skin well after using the curd. Then give the body a final rinse with lemon water and you are good to step out!
How To Apply?
Now you must read on how to use it on your body, but how about the head?
Take some curd, and apply on the scalp and hair evenly.
Wrap it up in thin towel.
You can do a light steam session on your head at this point. Just for10 minutes or so.
Now keep it wrapped for about 4 hours or even overnight.
Then wash it off with plain water. Rinse off with a mild shampoo and conditioner.
This process needs to repeated every week, until the head is clear.
Cider Vinegar
Just not any cider vinegar, but in particular- apple cider vinegar
What is cider vinegar?
This is a vinegar that is made by fermenting apples in large containers. The apples are made to ripen and ferment in their own juices.
It has a notable property of burning fats from the stomach and lower abdomen.
The bacteria within has a lot of properties that can clean away grime, dirt and sweat with no fuss at all.
So, you can say goodbye to that to belly and also that dandruff. Isn't’ that a cool cure for tow health and beauty related problems?
How To Use?
First wet the hair.
Then take a cup of the vinegar and gently pour onto the hair.
Keep massaging, and moving the hair so that the vinegar falls on the scalp evenly.
Then rubbing the scalp for about 5 minutes.
Wash it all off with cool water.
Do it on alternate days and your hair will be dandruff free.
To Conclude:
Beauty is something that will diminish over time. People will need to sought out ways and means to make themselves beautiful and handsome.
And , by the way- these tips mentioned here are even recommended for men. So, do not think that these are specific for only the female tresses.
Use methods like these which are simple to use, cost effective and plus- have no side effects. This is not all, as more such similar tips will come up here. Stay connected and you can be beautiful in a natural way!