Dandruff is a condition that causes the scalp to flake or fall like snow flakes and settle on the clothes, shoulders, and on the face.  Although the condition is uncomfortable and embarrassing, it is not life threatening.  This skin condition/disease can be alleviated by use of various methods which may include the following dandruff home remedies:

Lemon Juice Dandruff Home Remedy

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Lemon juice is one common home remedy that can be used in the treatment of dandruff. After carefully washing hair, extracted fresh lemon juice can be used in rinsing the hair and this will make it non-sticky and leave it glowing. A paste made from lemon juice and fullers earth can also be used in treating this condition. The paste is used by massaging the scalp which will eventually alleviate dandruff from the scalp/hair and leave it clear while the hair will be glowing. Lemon juice in the paste will break excessive sebum that may have collected on the scalp and fullers earth will cleanse the scalp by removing dead skin cells which may be present. For best results, this should be applied once a week for sometime until the dandruff has cleared completely. In some cases coconut oil can be mixed with lemon juice as this will make it more effective.

Fenugreek Dandruff Home Remedy

Fenugreek is another good home remedy for dandruff. This remedy for dandruff is prepared from fenugreek seeds and this is done by soaking the seeds in water overnight or for twelve hours. This is then followed by grinding the seeds into a fine paste and it is this paste which is used in treating dandruff. The paste is applied on the scalp and left for about an hour before washing it off. Washing should be done with a natural soap and rinsed with clean water. This remedy is very effective to those people who are suffering from dry dandruff and for better results, it is required that the remedy be used twice a week for the first two weeks followed by once a week for another two weeks. The water that was used in soaking the seeds can be used as an after shower as this is likely to help in toning the hair.

Beets as a Dandruff Home Remedies

Beet can be used as a home remedy for dandruff at home by using the roots and tops of beets. This is done by boiling the tops and leaves in water and the water is the one that is used in the treatment of dandruff. Then using the water as a massage liquid of the scalp using the tips of the fingers. This should be done every night and it is advisable that white beets be used as they tend to be more effective than other types of beets. Caution should be observed when using this home remedy as it is likely to stain pillowcases and bedsheets.

Other Dandruff Home Remedies

Olive oil and almond oil as natural/home remedies for dandruff. This is used in massaging the scalp. After the massage the oil should be left until the burning sensation is felt and it is at this point that that the scalp is washed and rinsed.

Cider vinegar is the most common home remedy for dandruff. This is usually included in water that is used in final rinsing of hair after it has been washed properly.

Eggs can also be used as home remedies for dandruff. This is prepared by making a mixture of eggs and water which is then applied on wet hair. This is followed by massaging the scalp for about twenty minutes with the mixture. After that the hair is rinsed with warm water and this should be done regularly until dandruff clear.

How to get rid of Dandruff - How to treat Dandruff with Natural Homemade Hair Treatments
The following video is a description by a hair salon owner of dandruff home remedies using a variety of ingredients that are found in most kitchens.




Green gram powder can also be used as a home remedy for dandruff. This is applied by washing hair with this powder  about two times a week. For better results, this powder can be mixed with curd to enhance its effectiveness.

Snake gourd can also be used in the treatment of dandruffs at home. The juice from snake gourd is rubbed over the scalp and left for sometime before it can be washed off. This juice can be mixed with beet juice in order to increase its effectiveness.

In some cases rays from the sun can be used in treating dandruff. Other home remedies include; hot steam baths and a healthy diet.

All these home remedies are for information purposes hence they do not substitute qualified medical advice on dandruffs. Be sure to consult a medical professional for prolonged or severe cases of dandruff.