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five minutes before rinsing. Coal tar
shampoo is also effective. However, it
may discolour light-coloured hair.
Prescription medication:
If the dandruff shampoos don’t work,
you need prescription-strength
medication. Talk with your doctor
about these options.
De-stress: Stress will make your
outbreaks worse. It can increase oil
production. Stress weakens the body’s
natural defenses, so it’s more difficult for
your body to deal with the presence of
Malassezia globosa (the most common
cause of dandruff) and scalp irritation.
Typical dandruff symptoms like dryness,
flakes and itch become even more
pronounced when you are under stress.
Use natural dandruff
remedies:
Some shampoos and conditioners
on the market contain harsh chemicals
that can irritate the skin on your scalp,
which can increase your symptoms.
Choose products that use natural
ingredients, as well as those that are
labelled appropriate for sensitive skin.
Here are a few natural remedies to deal
with dandruff:
Tea tree oil
This essential oil is known for its
antibacterial, antifungal, and antiinflammatory
effects. It effectively fights
Malassezia, which can help improve
symptoms of itchiness and greasiness.
In a 2002 study, published in the
‘Journal of the American Academy of
Dermatology’, a 5% tea tree oil shampoo
applied daily for four weeks helped
to reduce dandruff symptoms by 41%
without any adverse effects.
Honey
Honey has antibacterial, antifungal
and antioxidants activities and has high
nutrient value. According to a 2001
report in the ‘European Journal of
Medical Research’, crude honey could
markedly improve chronic dandruff and
seborrheic dermatitis and associated
hair loss and prevent relapse when
applied weekly. You could also look for
natural shampoos that contain honey.
Lemon
Citrus fruits, especially lemon, may
be effective against dandruff. High in
What you can do
in emergency
Dandruff is most visible on sleek,
straight hair, so during bouts of
flaking, if you need to attend a
social event, hair experts suggest
that you resist the urge to brush
out the flakes. Instead, use a
round brush or a curling iron to
create bend and body, which will
hide it. Adding a little height also
helps. You could also sprinkle a
tinted hair powder that matches
your shade onto the flaky spots to
camouflage them.
vitamin C, it helps to restore the pH
balance of the skin. You could add
drops of lemon to a herbal shampoo.
Eucalyptus
Eucalypyus is not only anti-fungal,
it is also a good anti-inflammatory to
combat the inflammatory chemicals
that your immune system produces in
response to the dryness and fungus.
How Hair Oil Helps
Different oils have different
advantages and you may want to
choose between them or simply
alternate them as per your needs.
Apply oil at least three to four
inches away from the scalp, but
all the way to the ends. Here are
some oils that you can use to get
rid of your hair problems:
Coconut oil is known to
be an excellent hair conditioner. It
possesses best moisture-retaining
capacity as compared to any other
oil. Coconut oil not only cleanses
but also moisturises your scalp. It
easily penetrates into your scalp
and stimulates the growth of hair
follicles. If you have dry hair, it’s
the best for you. For hair that
is fine or limp, it might get
too heavy.
Argan oil is extremely
rich in beneficial nutrients
including fatty acids and vitamin
E. It is proven to make hair softer,
silkier and shinier. It can even
help to treat split ends and tame
frizzy hair. It makes hair more
manageable and adds a healthy,
attractive shine to any hair style.
Rub a few drops of argan oil over
your palms and then comb your
fingers through your hair to apply.
Olive oil possesses
antifungal and antibacterial
properties that aids in destroying
bacteria in your scalp thereby
promoting hair growth. It also
helps to nourish and condition
your hair at the same time,
improving its elasticity and
strength. It assists in restoring
the overall scalp cell health of
chemically-treated hair, thus
promoting healthy hair growth.
Almond oil is a rich source
of Vitamin E, Omega-3 fatty acids,
phospholipids, and magnesium.
Using almond oil nourishes
and strengthens your hair,
and is optimal for treating
hair loss and damaged hair.
Massaging your hair with
almond oil makes your hair
strong, long, shiny and thick.
July 2018 • Issue II • Volume VII • yourwellness.com