Dandruff is a common condition that affects most people at some point in their lives. Dandruff can be caused by stress, a dry scalp, hormonal changes, and certain illnesses such as Parkinson’s disease or cancer. Dandruff can also be triggered by using hair products that contain alcohol or fragrances. Anti-dandruff shampoos are used to help control the symptoms of dandruff but they do not cure dandruff permanently; they must be used regularly to keep your scalp free from flakes and itchiness.
Hair and scalp should always be clean.
- Keeping the hair and scalp clean is one of the best habits to get rid of dandruff. Wash your hair regularly with a shampoo that is suitable for your hair type.
- Keep your hair moisturized by using a conditioner after you wash it. If you have oily hair, use a less-rich conditioner; if you have dry hair, use more moisturizing ingredients in your conditioner.
- Use a mask once or twice per week to keep your scalp healthy and prevent dandruff from returning.
Eat a healthy diet
A healthy diet is absolutely essential to maintaining a healthy scalp. If you are suffering from dandruff, then it is likely that your body does not have the nutrients and vitamins it needs to fight off infections, which can cause dandruff.
Avoid junk food and oily foods as much as possible because these types of foods don’t provide enough protein or fiber for your hair follicles to be strong. Also avoid sugar, alcohol and caffeine as they can all lead to an increased risk of flaking or even breakage in your hair strands due to their drying effects on the scalp. Avoid smoking too since it increases inflammation in individuals who smoke regularly while decreasing their blood circulation by up to 50%! Stress also causes inflammation so try not stressing out too much about things that don’t matter–you’ll feel better both physically and mentally if you do this!
Do not use oil
You have probably seen people in the movies or on TV using oil to massage their hair. However, you should avoid this practice because it can cause dandruff and other skin problems like acne, hair loss, greasy hair and dry brittle hair.
Oil is a sticky substance that clogs pores causing pimples to form on your face or scalp. It also makes your scalp produce more oil which causes even more acne on your skin and leads to greasy looking strands of hair that stick together due to excess sebum production from overactive glands present in oily scalps.
The hot towel therapy
First, you need to apply a hot towel on your scalp. A good time to do this is in the morning or evening when you are relaxing in bed or watching TV. You can also do it before going to bed if you wake up with dandruff flakes in the morning.
The key here is not so much how long you leave the towel on your head, but rather how hot it is. The ideal temperature for this treatment is about 100 degrees Fahrenheit (38 Celsius). If the towel feels too warm but you’re still not sure if it’s perfectly hot enough, put another one underneath it so that there are two towels between your head and the pillowcase (or whatever else yours might be made of). Don’t use ice cold water as that will only irritate your scalp and make things worse!
Try Exfoliating Your Scalp
Exfoliating your scalp is an effective way to remove dead skin cells and excess oils. This will help prevent dandruff from forming, as well as boost hair growth and regrowth.
If you’re interested in trying it out at home, here are a few tips:
- Exfoliate your scalp every two weeks or so. Start by rinsing your hair with water first, then apply a gentle exfoliating shampoo that contains salicylic acid (the same ingredient used in acne treatments). Gently rub the shampoo into your scalp until it’s completely covered, then leave it on for one minute before rinsing again with warm water. If you have sensitive skin or any other concerns about using shampoos containing salicylic acid on a regular basis, speak with a dermatologist before proceeding!
- If possible, use both chemical and physical exfoliation methods together for maximum effectiveness at combating dandruff symptoms like flaky patches of dead skin cells on top of smooth new ones formed by chemical exfoliation alone (which can be scratchy).
Do Use a Special Shampoo
If you are looking for a good shampoo to get rid of dandruff, do consider using special anti-dandruff shampoos. These shampoos are mild and non-irritating. They also contain therapeutic ingredients that help remove dead cells from the scalp and promote healthy cell growth.
They should be free of artificial fragrances, colors, preservatives. They should also be free of artificial dyes as these can irritate the skin on your scalp and make it worse than before
Use Apple-Cider Vinegar
You may want to try using apple-cider vinegar. It is a natural remedy for dandruff, and it has been around for centuries. Apple cider vinegar helps remove the buildup of oil, dirt, and dead skin cells that are the cause of dandruff in your scalp. And it can also help restore moisture to the skin on your scalp by balancing out its pH level.
Add Some Tea Tree Oil
If you want to get rid of dandruff, add some tea tree oil to your daily hair care routine. Tea tree oil is an effective antifungal agent and is used to treat infections of the skin, scalp and nails.
You can use tea tree oil in a number of ways to treat dandruff:
- Add 1-2 drops of tea tree oil on clean hair before shampooing it with your regular shampoo. Leave it on for 5 minutes before rinsing off, then wash with your usual shampoo as usual.
- If you have oily scalp, mix 2-4 drops of tea tree oil into a tablespoonful of coconut or olive oil and massage it into your scalp for 10 minutes before washing off with lukewarm water followed by cold rinse. Repeat this daily until dandruff diminishes or disappears
Use green tea
One of the best ways to get rid of dandruff is by using green tea. Green tea is a great way to help your hair grow faster and stronger. It also contains antioxidants and nutrients that help to strengthen hair, which means that it’s a great way to treat dandruff. You can use green tea as a rinse after shampooing your hair or even on its own if you want!
Conclusion
With the right approach, you can leave your dandruff problems in the past. This article is dedicated to helping people just like you who are dealing with this issue on a regular basis and need some guidance on how they can make changes that really count towards a better quality of life. We hope this list has given you some ideas so that when it comes time for your next trip down aisle five at Target, next month’s shampoo purchase will be an easy decision!
