Causes and Treatment of Dandruff

21 May, 2009 No Comment

Dandruff is considered the enemy of hair, which weakens the hair roots resulting in the hair starting to fall off. Dandruff, considered a kind of contagious disease’ fuses with the scalp skin and forms a layer over it, blocking the air from reaching the hair roots. The silvery, shiny scales that form on the scalp are a sign of dandruff. As the hair weakens, sometimes there is itching in scalp, which may turn red.

Causes of Dandruff

Dandruff is a problem that affects both men and women. The extra secretion of sebum due to build-up of dead cells/dandruff scales, hormonal disturbances, infection from disease, emotional tension, faulty diet pattern, and too much use of hair products such as hair sprays and hair gels can also cause dandruff.

An improper diet, constipation, and weak immune system can also cause dandruff. Dandruff is of two types; namely dry dandruff that causes itching, and oily dandruff that sticks to the scalp.

Treatment of Dandruff

Using medicated soaps, medicines, and shampoos can help tackle dandruff. Brushing, massaging the hair at least 3 times a day and shampooing two times a week will definitely help in controlling dandruff.

Home Remedies for Dandruff

Treating Dandruff with Fenugreek Seeds

Fenugreek seeds are most helpful in treating dandruff. Soak 2 tblsp of fenugreek seeds in water overnight, then crush them into a fine paste and apply paste all over the scalp; leave it for 1 hour then wash it thoroughly with fresh water and ritha/shikakai.

Treating Dandruff with Lime

Lime also helps control dandruff. Apply 1 tsp of fresh lime juice, while washing hair to remove stickiness. Lime also helps the hair to shine and ultimately control dandruff.

Treating Dandruff with Green Gram Powder

Green gram powder also helps to control dandruff. Washing hair twice a week with 2 tblsp of green gram powder mixed with ½ cup of curd is an ideal solution/remedy.

Treating Dandruff with Snake Gourd

Snake gourd juice also helps in dandruff control and treatment. The snake gourd juice should be applied over the scalp slowly to completely cover the scalp and letting it reach the scalp or hair roots.

Other Remedies for Treating Dandruff

Dandruff can be controlled and treated by massaging the hair for ½ hour with curd preserved for three days. Also a mixture of lime juice and amla juice can be applied each night.

Diluted cider vinegar mixed with equal amounts of water and applied with cotton wool in-between shampooing is also helpful in controlling dandruff. Cider vinegar can also be used in the final rinsing after shampooing.

Using shigru leaves juice or adding 2 tbsp of fresh/dried rosemary with sage in 1 gallon of water for 24 hrs can also help cure dandruff.