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.
2 simple ways to treat dry scalp at home
Dry scalp can be caused by several reasons namely dandruff, eczema, hair products and styling habits, psoriasis, allergies and others.
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Check out these home remedies:
- Lemon juice
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.
- Onion juice
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.
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