Saturday 13 August 2016

How Apple Cider Vinegar Can Help Treat Dandruff



Out of all those available natural ingredients to get rid of dandruff issue, apple cider vinegar works best. But, here, one question comes to our mind and that is – what makes apple cider vinegar so useful to treat dandruff? Let’s find out!
Antibacterial:  Apple cider vinegar is loaded with natural probiotics, which makes
it antibacterial and anti-inflammatory in nature.  So its use kills the bacteria and fungus that cause dandruff. It also prevents the re-occurrence of dandruff issues.
Anti-inflammatory: The anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar soothe the irritated scalp that is caused due to dandruff. It also reduces the inflammation of the scalp.
Restores the Moisture Level: The acidic content of the apple cider vinegar restores the moisture content of the scalp, which in turn controls the growth of fungus on the scalp. Its acidic content also maintains the pH balance of the skin, thus its use removes the build up from the scalp without removing the natural oil.‎
No Chemicals: Apple cider vinegar is free of chemicals.  So, its regular use will not cause any damage to the scalp and at the same time will cure the dandruff issue effectively.
Opens Clogged Hair Follicles: Apart from all these above mentioned dandruff-fighting properties, apple cider vinegar also contains various enzymes that open the clogged hair follicles. This process, in turn, makes the scalp healthy and keeps dandruff at the bay.

What are the Best Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar for Dandruff
There are many home remedies that are prepared by using this super effective ACV to treat the dandruff issue. Let’s explore them!
1. ACV Application on the Scalp
This is one of the easiest ways to use apple cider vinegar to treat dandruff.‎
Ingredients:
ACV – as per the requirement
Cotton Ball – 1
A Warm Towel
Process:
Take apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. The quantity depends upon the thickness of your hair.
Soak the cotton ball in the ACV.
Now make small partitions of your hair and apply the ACV covering the entire scalp.
Gently massage your scalp for few minutes.
Wrap your hair and head with a warm towel to open up the pores on the scalp.
Leave it for 1 hour and then rinse your hair with warm water.
Follow this method, at least two times a week for 1 month to get rid of dandruff.
Note: Do not use shampoo after applying apple cider vinegar to your scalp.
2. ACV and Water for Dandruff
This is another useful remedy to get rid of dandruff easily and without any side effects.
Ingredients:
Warm Water- ½ cup
ACV – ½ cup
A Spray Bottle
A Shower Cap
Process:
In a medium sized bowl take the warm water.
Now add the ACV to the water and stir it.
Pour the ACV mix to the spray bottle.
Make small partitions of your hair and spray the ACV mix on the entire scalp and hair.
Wrap a shower cap on your head and leave for 10 to 15 minutes.
Rinse your hair with warm water.
Use this remedy once in a week till your dandruff vanishes completely.
Note: Do not shampoo your hair after using ACV. Also, if your skin is sensitive, then first apply it on a small area of the skin. If it does not irritate your scalp, you can go ahead with the remedy.
3. ACV and Peppermint Leaves
This remedy is more effective to treat dandruff as it also contains the dandruff curing properties of peppermint. The antiseptic and the anti-inflammatory properties of peppermint leaf reduce the itchiness of the scalp that is caused due to dandruff. Its use keeps dandruff at bay.
Ingredients
ACV – 1 cup
Peppermint Leaves – 5 to 7
Water – 1 cup
Process:
Take 1 cup of water in a saucepan and boil it for few minutes in low flame.
Off the flame and add the peppermint leaves and the ACV to it.
Leave it for at least two hours to steep properly.
Strain it and pour it into a spray bottle.
Spray this mix on your hair and gently massage for 5 minutes.
Rinse your hair with warm water.
Use this remedy every day to get rid of dandruff completely.
4. ACV and Essential Oil Mix
This remedy has the goodness of lemon grass, rosemary and lavender. Rich in anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, lemon grass oil helps to treat dandruff effectively. It also kills the fungus that causes dandruff on the scalp. Rosemary which belongs to the mint family also helps to treat dandruff because it loaded with anti-fungal properties. Like lemon grass and rosemary, lavender is also a rich source of antifungal and antibacterial properties that help to treat the dandruff issue properly.
Ingredients:
ACV – ½ cup
Water – ½ cup
Rosemary Essential Oil – a few drops
Lavender Essential Oil – a few drops
Lemon Grass Essential Oil – a few drops
Process:
In a medium-sized bowl take the water and mix ACV in it.
Add all the essential oils to it and stir thoroughly.
Shampoo your hair and then with the help of a cotton ball apply the mixture to your scalp by making small partitions of your hair.
Massage your scalp for few minutes and then leave until the mixture dries completely.
Rinse your hair with water.
Repeat this process once in a week to treat the dandruff issue successfully

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