Baking soda for dandruff

Baking soda can help remove dirt and excess oil from the scalp and hair and eliminate fungal infections. At the same time, olive oil provides moisturizer and provides relief from dry scalp and dandruff. The egg yolk present in this hair pack can condition the hair and help in hair growth.

Material -

• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Method of use -

• First of all, heat olive oil lukewarm in a bowl.
• Now mix it in egg yolk and baking soda.
• Then apply this mixture on your hair and scalp and leave it for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• Now wash it first with lukewarm water and then with cold water.
• You can also use mild herbal shampoo to remove the smell of eggs.
• This mixture can be applied twice a week.

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Coconut oil reaches the roots of the hair and removes protein deficiency. This can also remove the problem of dryness and itching of the scalp. This can help prevent dandruff. At the same time, the honey present in this pack works as a conditioner, which gives shine to the hair.

Material -

• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 1 tsp honey

Method of use -

• Mix oil, honey, and baking soda in a bowl.
• Now apply this mixture to your scalp and hair.
• Leave it on for about 20 to 25 minutes.
• Then wash the hair with mild shampoo.

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Lemon juice has natural astringent and antifungal properties. This can help get rid of the fungus and scalp buildup that causes dandruff.

Material -

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 to 3 teaspoons lemon juice

Method of use -

• Make a paste by mixing baking soda and lemon juice in a bowl.
• Now apply this paste on your scalp.
• Keep in mind that if there is any kind of injury or scratch on the head or scalp, do not apply this mixture, because it can irritate the affected area.
• Then wash the paste after 2 to 3 minutes.

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The acidity present in apple cider vinegar can balance the alkalinity of baking soda. This mixture can help in keeping the pH of the scalp balanced. Both baking soda and apple cider vinegar have antifungal properties. This can help in getting rid of dandruff.

Material -

• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2-3 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

Method of use -

• Mix these two ingredients well.
• Now apply it on the scalp and massage gently for about 2 minutes.
• After this wash the hair with cold water.

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Tea tree oil has antifungal properties, due to which it can prove beneficial in curing dandruff. A study has found that 5% tea tree oil can prove to be effective in providing relief from dandruff. This, along with baking soda, works to eliminate the fungus that causes dandruff.

Material -

• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• few drops of tea tree oil
• Half cup water

Method of use -

• Mix all the ingredients.
• After this, apply this mixture to the hair and wait for 15 minutes.
• Now wash the hair with fresh water.

Note: Before trying any of these remedies, do a patch test once. If you feel even the slightest discomfort, clean it immediately and do not use it later.

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