Traditional and Natural Dandruff Treatments

Boric Acid

Boric acid is a very old remedy for treating dandruff, and is freely available from your chemist.

Moisten with a little water and rub well into the scalp, then rinse out thoroughly with warm water.

This should be carried out just before you shampoo your hair in the normal way.

Rosemary

An infusion of fresh rosemary made with boiling water and allowed to cool till it is warm, makes a good final rinse to help clear the scalp.

Thyme

Thyme is reputed to have mild antiseptic properties that can help alleviate dandruff.

Make an effective rinse by boiling 4 heaped tablespoons of dried thyme in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes.

Strain the brew and allow it to cool.

Pour half the mixture over clean damp hair, making sure the liquid covers the scalp.

Massage in gently. Do not rinse.

Save the rest for later use.

Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is poured over the hair, massaged into the scalp, and left to dry for a few minutes.

Then the hair is washed.

The process is repeated daily until the dandruff disappears, usually within a few days.

Vinegar 2

Ingredients:

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup white vinegar

1 teaspoon of lemon juice

Directions:

Combine ingredients then apply directly to the scalp. Use before shampooing. Apply twice a week.

Asprin

You can treat dandruff with asprin. Just crush two asprin and add to your regular shampoo.

Essential Oils

Lavender, Lemongrass, Rosemary.

Make a hair tonic using a few drops of each oil with 7fl Oz of distilled water and two teaspoons of cider vinegar.

Shake well and store in a dark bottle.

Massage this mixture into the scalp a few times a week.

 

Traditional dandruff cures