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Most of us have experienced dandruff at some point of time. It's a chronic scalp condition, where white flaky skin comes off your scalp. Don't rush to a hair salon at the first appearance of dandruff. You can easily treat it at home making your scalp dandruff free. Here are some home remedies to treat dandruff.

Coconut oil

Regular massage of the scalp with coconut oil helps to treat dandruff. Take 3-5 tablespoons of coconut oil and massage your scalp. Leave it overnight. Rinse your hair the next day with a mild shampoo. Follow this routine two times in a week for maximum result.

Apple cider vinegar

Apply apple cider vinegar on your scalp and let it stay for an hour. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo. The acidity in apple cider vinegar makes it difficult for yeast to grow on your scalp. Regular application will reduce dandruff from the scalp. Acidity in the apple cider vinegar changes the pH balance of your scalp, reducing dandruff.

Lemon

Lemon has acidic property that helps to balance the pH of your scalp. This keeps your scalp free from dandruff. Take 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and massage into your scalp. Wash with water. After that add 1 teaspoon lemon juice into 1 cup water and stir. Use this mixture as the last rinse after shampooing your hair.

Baking soda

Baking soda help to reduce the fungi, which cause dandruff, on your scalp. For this, wet your hair first. Then take a handful of baking soda and rub it vigorously into your scalp. Wash with water and don't shampoo.

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