2 simple ways to treat dry scalp at home

An itchy, dry, flaky scalp is an embarrassing beauty condition that affects both men and woman. It can be caused by several reasons namely dandruff, eczema, hair products and styling habits, psoriasis, allergies and others.

Check out these home remedies:

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Lemon juice works as an astringent and regulates the scalp’s pH. It also gets rid of any dandruff-related fungal infection.

Ingredients

Half a lemon

Method

While applying some pressure (to release the lemon juice), gently scrub the lemon piece on your scalp by taking out thin sections.

Leave it on for about five minutes.

Rinse and condition your hair as usual.

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The high sulfur content of the onion will help you get rid of dryness caused by dandruff. The flaky scalp will soon be a thing of the past with this remedy. Onion is also known to promote healthy hair growth.

Ingredients

1/4 cup onion juice

1 tablespoon honey

Cotton

Method

Grate an onion and extract the juice.

To this, add the honey and mix well.

Apply this on your scalp using some cotton and let it sit for 15-30 minutes.

Wash your hair with your regular shampoo.