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Definition
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Dandruff is a
very common harmless scalp condition in which the shedding of dead skin cells
occurs at a fast rate.
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Some studies have suggested that dandruff may
be caused by hypersensitive reaction of yeast that occurs naturally and other theory
link dandruff to a fungus. However, it
causes still unknown.
Dandruff affects up to one-third of theU.S.
population and it is considered a cosmetic problem rather than a disease. The
following conditions tend to exacerbate dandruff:
- Cold weather
- Dry indoor
heating
- Stress
- Food
allergies
- Nutritional
deficiencies in vitamins
- Hair spray, gels
and hair-coloring chemicals
- Electric
hair curlers or blow dryers
Nature Medicine and Home Remedies for Dandruff
Home remedy #1:
Warm ˝ cupof apple eider vinegar and pour it on the hair.
Then wrap a towel around the head and after one hour, wash hair. Do this
twice a week for a month.
Home remedy #2:
Take 2 tablespoons of castor oil and rub it vigorously into scalp and comb the hair.
Home remedy #3:
Massage 2 tablespoons of tea tree oil
into the scalp.
Home remedy #4:
Heat 2 tablespoons of pure virgin olive oil on the stove until it is warm to the touch. Then wet hair and apply the oil into the scalp
with a cotton ball. Massage vigorously
and put on a shower cap. Leave it on for
about 20 minutes and then wash out the oil with a good shampoo. Apply twice a
week.
Home remedy #5:
Apply vitamin E oil to my scalp like a hair tonic, leave it on for about 20 minutes and let
wash out with a shampoo and plenty water.
Home remedy #6:
Boil 4 tablespoons of dried thyme in 2 cups of water for 15 minutes. After wash the hair with a shampoo, pour half
the mixture over damp hair. Massage in gently and do not rinse.
Natural Cures Recommendations
Regular hair
washing Wash your hair often (three or four a week)
to control the dandruff
Reduce
stress Certain skin conditions such as
dandruff and acne are often made worse by stress. If you are suffering stress, it is better get
away from it by doing exercise and meditation.
Eat healthy
foods such as whole grains, fresh vegetables, beans and fruit and eliminate
animal proteins and highly acidic foods such as tomatoes and orange.
Avoid excess
salt, refined sugar, and alcohol.
Avoid of
potential allergenic food.
Use
humidifier in you house.
Take B
complex and E vitamin which may alleviate dandruff condition.
Avoid
excessive use of hair sprays, styling gels and hair coloring which may irritate
the scalp and may worsen dandruff.
Don't ignore
dandruff. If you do it, this condition may worsen and it may develop in a
infection.
The sun can
help. The ultraviolet light has an anti-inflammatory effect on scaly skin
conditions but do not over exposure. You should wear the normal sunscreen and
exposure only 30 minutes or less per day.
Massage it
in. Massage can help but only use your fingertips. If you use your nails, they can lead to sores
that are worse than the dandruff.
Do not use beer
as a rinse. If you use beer as a rinse and styling lotion, it may eventually
lead to dandruff because beer is too dry.
Rinse well. Always
rinse your hair very thoroughly. If you leave shampoo on your hair, it may
cause dandruff.
How to
difference dandruff from a seborrheic dermatitis?
A seborrheic dermatitis causes::
- Scalp irritation
- Persistent
itchiness.
- Yellowish
crusting.
- Red Patches
especially along the neckline
If you have
these symptoms, you require prescription medications.
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