Dandruff is a common scalp problem that affects many. If you are one who got it then you know the trouble. You want to stop dandruff as soon as possible as the itchy scalp (seborrheic dermatitis) and the white flakes of dead skin your scalp is shading are embarrassing and inconvenient.
Dryness of the scalp and a fungus called malassezia cause dandruff. Most people use highly advertised dandruff shampoos to remove it but none if these chemicals actually cure it. Home remedies like need are your best treatment against dandruff to permanently stop shading of white flakes.
Who Neem Works for Dandruff?
Dandruff mostly affects teens and adults. It's symptoms are easy to spot. You can easily see white flakes of dead skin dot your hair and shoulders. Fall and winter seasons worsen the situation as the indoor heating causes dry skin. Dandruff generally improves in summer.
Neem leaves and Neem oil can be used in many different ways to deal with flaky scalp caused by dandruff. Neem is antifungal and Dandruff is a fungal condition.
- Neem oil removes itchiness
- Neem extract and Neem oil kills the fungus that causes dandruff
- Neem oil moisturizes the dry skin that causes white flakes
- Neem oil neutralizes the excess sebum that is a feed for the fungus malassezia
How to Use Neem to Clear Dandruff?
You can use Neem in a number of the following different ways to get rid of your dandruff.
1. ChewNeem Leaves
Chewing Neem Leaves is one of the best ways to get rid of dandruff. Neem is bitter and chewing the leaves is a challenge. It certainly is not a good experience. Therefore, you may abandon it before even starting it. But if you really want your scalp to be clear of dandruff fast and also get rid of other skin conditions like acne then take this bitter product seriously.
Start with chewing just 1 or 2 leaves. Gradually develop taste and chew 6-8 leaves twice daily.
2. Boiled Neem Leaves
This a a milder way to get the neem juice as compared to chewing the leaves.
- Boil 6-8 leaves in a glass of water in a heating pot
- Steep it for 5 minutes
- Strain the water and squeeze the leaves to extract the juice in the water
- Drink it twice daily
3. Neem Oil
You can buy neem oil or make it at home for your dandruff. The neem oil that you get in the market is extracted from the neem fruit.
However, you can make a Neem oil blend at home with neem leaves.
- Crush neem leaves
- Add coconut oil and bring it to boil
- Strain the oil with fine strainer
- Rub it hot on your scalp before going to the bed
- Leave it overnight
- Wash off with mild herbal shampoo in the morning
4. Neem Scalp Wash
Wash your scalp with neem water as under
- Boil a few neem.leaves in water
- Let it cool to acceptable temperatures
- Wash your hair with mild herbal shampoo
- Rinse the hair with neem water (strain it to remove the leaves before use)
5. Neem and Yogurt
Neem and Yogurt mask is a powerful method to get rid of dandruff fast.
- Make a paste of neem.leaves
- Add a bowl of yogurt and mix well
- Apply the mix on your scalp
- Leave it for 30 minutes
- Rinse with mild herbal shampoo
Other Tips and Precautions
Take the following precautions to get the best results in treating your dandruff.
- Wash neem leaves to remove dirt and pollutants settled on the leaves
- Avoid using harsh chemical based shampoo and other hair care products
- Lower your stresses by exercise and medication
- Eat nutritious diet
- Drink lots of water
Neem will quickly fix your dandruff problem. If your white flakes don't stop after a prolonged use of Neem then consult a dermatologist.