Home Remedies for Dandruff - #36260

Hi Iqra totally understood your concern

For Dandruff, there are so many effective homeremedies buy along with that You have to take some Ayurvedic medicines too.

Internally please do have 1.Tikthakam kwatham tab 2-0-2 before food 2.Krimighna vati 1-0-1after food. 3.Thriphala tab 2 at bedtime

From home you can apply Paste of 1.Neem leaves + / Thriphaladi churnam +curd - for weekly twice 2.Wash head with neem boiled and then cooled water

*wash you pillow cover frequently * Always maintain a healthy scalp

Soaked fenugreek seeds paste with neem powder apply over scalp area weekly twice Use atrimed anti dandruff shampoo Apply fresh Alovera gel over face Mix few drops of lemon juice in coconut oil and do scalp massage before head bath

Use scurfol antidandruff shampoo ayurvedic

1. Neem leaves with Triphala choornam boiled in water and use it at room temperature twice in a week.

2. Don’t tie hair without drying.

Take care, Dr. Shaniba

Hello Iqra,

I can understand your concern regarding Dandruff. It is a very common scalp condition caused by excess Kapha and Vata dosha imbalance. It leads to dryness, itching, white flakes, and sometimes hair fall. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

✅HOME REMEDIES FOR DANDRUFF

✅ Neem Rinse

How to use- Boil a handful of neem leaves in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes. Let it cool and use this as a final rinse after shampooing.

Benefits- Strong antifungal and antibacterial; relieves itching and flaking naturally.

✅ Coconut Oil + Lemon Juice Massage

How to use- Warm 2 tbsp coconut oil and add 1 tsp lemon juice. Gently massage onto scalp for 10–15 minutes, leave for 30 minutes, then rinse.

Frequency- 2–3 times a week. Benefits- Balances scalp pH, reduces fungal growth, and nourishes scalp skin.

✅ Aloe Vera Gel Application

How to use- Apply fresh aloe vera gel directly on scalp. Leave for 20–30 minutes, then wash with mild herbal shampoo (like reetha or amla-based).

Benefits= Soothes itching, hydrates dry scalp, and controls flaking.

✅Fenugreek (Methi) Seed Pack

How to use- Soak 2 tbsp methi seeds overnight, grind into a paste, and apply on scalp for 30 minutes before washing.

Benefits- Anti-inflammatory, strengthens hair roots, and reduces dandruff naturally.

✅Amla (Indian Gooseberry) and Shikakai Hair Rinse

Boil 1 tbsp amla powder + 1 tbsp shikakai powder in 2 cups water. Cool and rinse hair with this.

Improves scalp health and adds shine while preventing dandruff recurrence.

✅DIET AND LIFESTYLE TIPS

Eat light, easily digestible foods (avoid oily, junk, dairy, and sugary foods). Include amla, curry leaves, methi, sesame seeds, and ghee in your diet. Stay hydrated and manage stress through yoga or pranayama. Comb hair daily to improve scalp circulation. Wash pillowcases and combs regularly to prevent fungal re-infection.

✅Recommended Ayurvedic Oils (if you prefer ready options)

Neelibhringadi Taila – cooling, nourishes scalp, and reduces dryness.

Apply this oil twice a week and leave overnight before washing.

✅Results

Within 2–3 weeks, you’ll notice- Reduced dandruff flakes Less itching and scalp dryness Healthier, shinier hair

Continue for at least 6 weeks for lasting improvement.

Wishing you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate