Unknown to some, having dandruff is actually a common occurrence. This is the reason why these white flakes are oftentimes taken for granted. The skin cells of our body, including the scalp, are renewing themselves every now and then. In the case of dandruff, skin cells on the scalp are renewed and the old ones are pushed out of the scalp and this explains the flaking. However, there are cases when there is an excessive formation of scales on the scalp, causing more dandruff flakes to fall. Although this is considered a common occurrence, having dandruff makes one embarrassingly noticeable. This can cause social and self-esteem problems, and treatment is important.

The good news is, you don’t need to spend a whole lot of money to get rid of those flaky things that can be great sources of embarrassment. Here are just a few great home-based remedies to treat that itchy scalp and get rid of the dandruff.

• Hot Steam Bath. There are 2 types of dandruff, the dry and oily. The dry dandruff are small white scales usually scattered on the hair and the oily dandruff is where these scales stick to the scalp because of sebum. Hot steam bath is very helpful to the scalp and the hair and is highly recommended for people with oily dandruff. So before using hot steam bath, know which type you have. Using hot steam bath to dry scalp will only cause further dryness. For oily scalp, you can make use of hot oil, massage it unto your scalp and then wrap a damp, hot towel on your head for a few minutes.
  
  
• Baking Soda. If you think that baking soda is only useful for raising dough in making cookies and bread, then you thought wrong. A lot of people fail to know that baking soda is also recommended in the treatment of mild dandruff issues. Its gritty texture sucks out the excessive oil in the scalp, without touching the scalp’s natural oils. Regularly using baking soda to treat the hair will eventually lead to a healthier scalp.
  
  
• Apple Juice. Another natural home remedy for dandruff is by using apple juice. Mixing 2 tablespoons of fresh apple juice to warm water with the same amount, applying it to the hair, rubbing and leaving it for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinsing it will get rid of dandruff especially if this process is repeated for 2-3 weeks.
  
  
• Cider Vinegar.  While vinegar is used as an important additive to dishes and widely known to be of use in cleaning household items and removing tough stains, you may also want to check it out to be of use to the removal of flakes and getting rid of dandruff. Using apple cider vinegar is recommended for it soothes the pH balance of the scalp, giving it more shine. Cider vinegar is also clearer and doesn’t smell too much unlike the rest.
  
  
• Beetroot Juice. Some other juices that can be used as a natural remedy for dandruff include the beetroot juice. Mix beetroot juice with vinegar and then apply it on the scalp. At the same time, mixing beetroot juice with ginger juice can also prove beneficial to the scalp.
  
  
• Organic Virgin Olive Oil. Olive oil is mainly used to cook food, and can even prevent heart diseases. This time around, it is also proven to be beneficial to combat dandruff. A multi-purpose natural oil packed with unlimited amount of benefits, olive oil is also known to be of use against dandruff problems. It helps nourish the scalp and remove dandruff flakes in the scalp. Not just these, it also provides the scalp with a lot more nutrients like Vitamins A, E, K, and it moisturizes, and even provides anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant benefits. Just get an organic virgin olive oil, heat up 3 ounces until it’s a bit warm and apply it on the scalp. Leave it for around 30 minutes, wash it with shampoo and it’s done! No wonder it’s popularly called the wonder oil.
  
  
• Fenugreek Seeds. Fenugreek seeds are also helpful in the treatment of dandruff. For a night, soak two tablespoons of fenugreek seeds in water then grind the softened seeds in the morning. Apply the product on the scalp and leave for about 30 minutes, and then wash your hair with shikakai or ritha solution. There it’s done.
  
  
• Coconut Oil. When coconut is considered to be the tree of life with the many benefits every part of it can give us, coconut oil is also widely known to treat dandruff. Warm 3 grams of black pepper with 300 grams of coconut oil. Wait until it boils and stops heating, filter it with a cloth and set aside in a bottle. When ready, massage it unto the scalp at night.
  
  
• Lemon.  The use of lemon, not only for eating, spicing up foods and making lemonade juices, can also range up to treating dandruff. A bit of lemon juice onto the scalp will make your scalp free from further dandruff problems with its antibacterial and cleansing properties. Just squeeze a lemon into a glass of warm water, use the lemon peels first and massage onto the scalp for 2 minutes. Then repeat the massage with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Dilute the remaining lemon juice into a 1:10 ratio and rinse your hair with it. Repeat once a week to keep dandruff away.
  
  
• Ginger.  Ginger is also a good treatment for dandruff. Jus combine ginger root with olive oil and apply to your scalp before shampooing. Applying the mixture 10-15 minutes before shampooing is recommended for serious dandruff cases.

Don’t you just love it when you need not spend anything to cure something? Just simply making use of home-based materials and products can surely provide you with healthy hair free from dandruff. Simple, cheap and easy to use, you may discover that there are a lot more to these home-based products than just what they are conveniently used for. Although dandruff is said to be a common occurrence, the hair and head is a sensitive spot and must be given a regular care regimen.

Sources
surviving-hairloss.com
natural-homeremedies.com
medicalnewstoday.com
home-remedies-for-you.com
health911.com