Dandruff is an issue of which almost every second person is annoyed. It is a condition where you face itchy and oily scalp. Doctors mostly term dandruff as Seborrhea. The initial symptoms of dandruff include simple dry facial skin without any other rashes. There are a lot of problems due to which dandruff is caused. Not all women are blessed with a dandruff-free scalp but worry not, here's a remedy for you. You can use Apple Cider Vinegar to get rid of dandruff.

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Benefits of using Apple Cider Vinegar

1. Baking soda and apple cider vinegar

Ingredients

•  2 tbsp Baking Soda
•  2 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar

Process

• Mix equal parts of baking soda and apple cider vinegar to get a thick paste.
•  Apply this paste on your scalp and clean gently to scrub away dead skin.
•  Massage for about 5 minutes, rinse your hair with cool water.

How often to use?

Twice a week.

Benefits

Baking soda is an exceptional cleansing agent. Consuming it as a scrub will lessen your flakes. It also helps in diminishing your dead skin that is a cause of dandruff. It balances the pH of your scalp without being harsh and also balances oil production in the scalp.

2. Lemon and Apple Cider Vinegar

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1/2 tsp Olive Oil
• 5 drop Tea Tree Oil
• The Juice from Half a Lemon
• 1 cup Water
• Spray Bottle
• Towel

Process

• Put all the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake well.
• Section your hair and spread the liquid solution on your scalp and hair.
• Once your scalp is drenched in the solution, wrap your hair with a towel and wait for 30 minutes.
• Apply shampoo at the end.

How often to use?

Twice a week

Benefits

Lemon is anti-fungal and rich in vitamin. It has proved to be extremely effective when it comes to handling dandruff. It is also a cleansing agent that calms itching and irritation.

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3. Aloe Vera and Apple Cider Vinegar

Ingredients

• 5 tbsp Coconut Milk
• 6 tbsp Aloe Vera Gel
• 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 cup of water

Process

• In a bowl, mix coconut milk and aloe vera gel.
• Dampen your hair and massage this paste into your scalp and all over your hair.
• Leave for 5 minutes and then rinse it with water.
• Dilute a tbsp of apple cider vinegar with a cup of water and apply this as a final rinse.
• Do not rinse your hair anymore.

How often to use?

Twice a week

Benefits

Aloe Vera helps reconcile your scalp, boost healthy cell growth and prevent flakes. It also helps moisturise and get rid of any dead skin cells, bacteria, and any other deposits that are clogging your follicles. Not only does this treatment helps remove dandruff, but it also moisturises your hair, making it manageable and adding shine.

4. Honey and Apple Cider Vinegar

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
• 2 tbsp Raw Honey
• Spray bottle
• Shower Cap

Process

• Pour the ingredients into a spray bottle and shake well to mix the solution.
• Section your hair and spread the solution on the scalp until it is completely saturated.
• Cover your hair with a shower cap and leave it for 15 minutes.
• Rinse your hair with cool water and shampoo.

How often to use?

Once a week

Benefits

Honey helps in moisturising your hair and cells in your scalp. It also keeps your scalp hydrated. Honey helps to balance pH with its anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

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