Home Remedies for a Dry Scalp

Do you ever find yourself constantly scratching your head due to an itchy scalp? You are not alone. A lot of people suffer from dandruff, which can be pretty uncomfortable and even embarrassing in public. Your scalp becomes dry when the hair roots are not sufficiently lubricated by the oil or sebum, which is secreted by sebaceous glands at the base of a hair. The sebum imparts the hair and adds characteristic shine and luster. In case of sebum deficiency, the scalp and hair become dry.

Common reasons associated with a dry scalp include frequent shampooing, excessive use of heat tools, harsh styling and perm gels, overexposure to hardwater, a poor diet, pollution, allergies, frequent burns on the scalp, a dry weather, and a poor haircare routine. All these actions can rob your scalp of its natural oils, thus leading to flakiness, itching and dandruff.

A scalp that is dry can be red, itchy and irritated, and can also make your hair appear dull, dry and lifeless. The absence of sufficient moisture can also weaken the hair follicles and also increase hair loss, which is why dealing with the problem as soon as you notice it is extremely important. Fortunately for you, there are numerous easy and effective home remedies that will help restore your scalp's moisture and treat dryness. In this article, we will be looking at the top 7 dry scalp remedies that neither requires expensive products nor a lot of effort.

1.      Avocadoes and Bananas

Yum. Sounds like a delicious smoothie for your scalp. Avocados and bananas are packed with nutrients and moisturizing properties that make them excellent for dandruff treatment, since they can reduce inflammation, flakes and dryness of the scalp. Avocados are also rich in antioxidants, which maintain the health of your skin cells, while bananas work to thoroughly nourish both your scalp and hair.

• Mash an avocado and two bananas and apply the mixture all over your scalp
• Let it sit for half an hour then rinse it out with cool water. Do this once or two times a week until the dryness subsides or completely goes away.

2.      Warm Oil Massage

A warm oil massage is a relaxing and at the same very effective way of restoring moisture and treating a dry scalp. Massaging with oil stimulates the natural oil production, enhances blood circulation to the scalp and hair follicles, and offers key nutrients to the scalp. It also helps restore the scalp's moisture level, thereby relieving the discomfort and embarrassment associated with it.

When massaging, use olive oil or coconut oil for best results.

• Warm 2 – 3 tbsps. Of olive oil.
• Use it to massage your whole scalp
• Wrap your hair in a towel and let it sit for 1 to 2 hours
• Rinse the oil from your hair, then wash with a mild shampoo
• Repeat this process once or twice every week in order to keep your scalp free from dryness and itchiness

3.      Apple Cider Vinegar Mask

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is an easily available yet very effective home remedy for a dry scalp remedy for dandruff since it has anti-inflammatory qualities and probiotics that kill yeast and viruses that lead to itchiness on the skin. Its anti-inflammatory nature allows it to soothe scalp irritations caused by dandruff, whereas the high acidity level makes it harder for fungus and bacteria caused by dandruff to grow.

In addition to that, ACV makes a mild conditioner; relaxing the scalp and adding bounce and shine to the hair.

• Combine half a cup of water and half a cup of apple cider vinegar
• Massage the solution on to your scalp and let it sit for about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Rinse with cold water. Keep repeating this process every couple of days until you start seeing positive results.

4.      Aloe Vera Mask

Coating your scalp with Aloe Vera gel, allowing it to sit overnight and rinsing it out in the morning with a mild shampoo can effectively eliminate scalp dryness. In fact, aloe Vera is particularly helpful in treating a dry scalp caused as a result of psoriasis.

• Take out pure aloe Vera pulp from an aloe Vera leaf
• Apply the pulp directly on your scalp
• let it sit overnight or for a good 1 -2 hours
• repeat this process once or twice every week

5.      Baking Soda

Baking soda is not only effective for baking pies, but is also an extremely powerful disinfectant when it comes to cleaning almost anything. We are talking about bathroom tiles, your kitchen counter, and yes, also your scalp! Baking soda makes an excellent DIY dandruff shampoo since it exfoliates your scalp and prevents dandruff.

• Combine 2 tbsps. Of baking soda with until it reaches the consistency of a thick paste.
• For best results, divide your hair in sections and apply a couple of drops of olive oil prior to spreading the paste on your scalp. Let it sit for 10 – 15 minutes then rinse thoroughly.

6.      Steam

Steam treatment help sin better absorption of your scalp's natural oils by opening up its pores. Heat up some water in a pot then immerse a thin towel in it. Wring it to drain out any excess water then wrap the cloth around your head. Let it sit for about 10 – 15 minutes and then go about with your usual hair-washing routine.

7.      Onion Juice

Onion juice is packed with sulfur, a component that helps battles hair problems including dry scalp. Peel two onions and blend them in a food processor. Take out the pureed onions, put them in cheesecloth and squeeze it to extract the juice. Massage it on the scalp with your fingertips and let it sit for about 30 minutes. Rinse it off thoroughly.

Now that you are better aware of the topic of scalp dryness, hopefully, you will be able to implement the above-mentioned home remedies and see positive results in no time.