Dandruff is the biggest enemy that hair can have. It not only weakens the roots of the hair and causes hair fall but also is responsible for itching sensation in the scalp. Dandruff can be distinguished by presence of flaky and peeling skin around the scalp region. The size and shape of dandruff differs. It can be like dust particles as well as greasy, yellow and large flake. A little bit of care can help one fight the problem of dandruff and protect the falling hair. One can rely on the infallible home remedies to cure dandruff problem. Here are a few home remedies that help curing dandruff –

1) Sesame seeds have properties that help cure dandruff. One has to first soak the sesame seeds for at least two hours and then crush it and apply to the hair. One has to keep it on hair for at least half hour before washing it off.

2) A paste of two teaspoons of fenugreek seeds and a little bit of fenugreek seeds when applied in hair can also cure dandruff. The fenugreek seeds and Bengal gram has to be soaked overnight and then boiled before applying it to the hair. When this mixture is kept this for around half and hour in the hair and is then washed off, it not only cleans the hair but also strengthens the roots.

3) A paste of Bengal gram flour kept in the hair for an hour also helps fighting dandruff.

A mild case of dandruff can be treated by massaging the hair with coconut oil and the juice of one lemon. After massaging, the hair has to be cleansed with a hot towel. This help in revitalizing the blood circulation. An oily or very dry dandruff can be treated by applying fuller’s earth. However this mixture should be washed after 10 mins so that it does not become too dry.

Fresh lime juice is also very helpful in treating dandruff. Juice of one lime, if applied on the scalp and massaged properly it not only helps curing dandruff but also brings glow in the hair.

Home recipes prove to be quite helpful in curing dandruff. They not only help curing dandruff but also contribute to the good health of the hair. These recipes help adding glow to the hair and strengthen the roots. They also help overcome dandruff recur again. If the care of hair is taken regularly then there are less chances of dandruff occurring again.

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