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Formation of dandruff is generally due to unhygienic scalp conditions where a fungus by the name of malassezia starts growing and spreading rapidly on the scalp. This results in the excessive shedding of dead cells. These dead cells combine with sebum and form flakes that can be seen by the naked eye and are thus termed Dandruff.

So the best way to avoid the dandruff formation is, as the famous proverb goes “Prevention is better than cure”. Preventing dandruff from occurring can be taken care of, if one maintains good scalp hygiene, and this can be achieved by the use of certain herbal remedies that are readily available both at home and commercially as well. A few of the herbal remedies to avoid dandruff are listed below.

Herbal Remedies For Avoiding Dandruff

Eucalyptus

This herb is best known for maintaining healthy scalp conditions by not letting the flakes settle down. A few drops of oil extracted from this herb, can be mixed with coconut oil and applied to the scalp.

Leaving it on overnight after massaging it well on to the scalp will ensure total eradication of dandruff and further prevention of it as well, but this procedure should be repeated twice a week for at least a few months.

Alfalfa

Alfalfa herb, having a grass like appearance has the potential to eliminate the dryness of the scalp that causes dandruff.

It helps in avoiding the dandruff by keeping the hair healthy and strong. The best way to use it is by crushing it and directly and applying it to the scalp. The juice of this herb is highly beneficial.

Rosemary

The scientific name for this herb is Rosamarinus Officinalis.It is an ancient herb that is ideal for prevention of dandruff formation.

Being a scalp rejuvenator this herb has the potential to get rid of the dryness by maintaining the moisture content of the scalp. Pharmaceutical companies have been using this herb in preparing their shampoos and conditioners.

Burdock

This ancient herb is very versatile as it not only helps in removal of dandruff but also works in a myriad of skin ailments. This herb can be used as an external application only.

You can make a solution by boiling a piece of burdock root in one cup of water. It will not only prevent dandruff from occurring but will wash away the other toxins present as well.

Tea Tree

Tea tree herb when extracted gives tea tree oil that is extremely effective in preventing dandruff due to its anti-fungal nature.

Being antiseptic as well it helps in curing any inflammations that occurs due to itching caused by dandruff. Its oil has to be mixed to the regular oil and massaged to the scalp for best results.

Horsetail

This herb is being used since ages to get rid of dandruff and also in its prevention. It has the ability to prevent dryness in the scalp. Its method of application is also relatively as easy as the other herbal remedies.

Two tablespoons of horsetail powder can be boiled in one cup of water, and then it has to be steeped for about 15 minutes. The infusion prepared from this is actually tea but it should not be consumed. This preparation can be used to rinse the hair after the last wash for best results.