Having a dry scalp can be embarrassing and cause a lot of hair related problems including flaky scalp, sebaceous cysts, poor hair care, fungus, scalp infections, and etc. Especially during the winter, you may find your scalp very dry that leads to hair fall and hair breakage. This dry and itchy scalp is one of the main reasons for dandruff, an annoying scalp buildup that causes hair thinning and breakage. Besides, excessive usage of styling tools on your hair leads to dry scalp. Unhealthy lifestyle such as intake of diet that lacks in essential nutrients, over consumption of alcohol and nicotine can cause dryness of the scalp. Also, exposure to extreme climatic conditions such as working for too many hours in sun and sitting in an air conditioned room or work place or can damage the hair and cause itchy of the scalp. This itchy scalp can also develop skin allergies such as acne, and itchy skin-spots due to extreme exposure to dandruff.
To get rid of dryness, avoid extensive use of chemical rich shampoos, serum and dyes because they can strip away the natural oils present in the scalp and leads to dryness. The key to prevent dry scalp is using natural oils into your daily hair care regimen.
There are many home remedies which are highly beneficial for treating dry scalp. Usage of natural ingredients on your scalp has no side effects and works wonder. Some common home remedies are listed below-
Peppermint Oil Treatment
Peppermint oil has been used across the world form ancient times for treating dry scalp and marinating the moisture level of the scalp. It is very effective in treating dandruff as it is rich in anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It also defends against head lice while improving the hair growth.
The pH level is very important for the scalp for maintaining its moisture level. The presence of PH levels in peppermint oil not only helps to get rid of dryness on the scalp but also neutralize the oil production. This natural oil is also an excellent cooling agent that provides quick relief from an itchy scalp. Apart from keeping dandruff at bay, this oil will rejuvenate the hair follicles and leave healthy hair.
Method
Just mix 5 to 6 drops of peppermint oil with other natural oils or with career oil. Massage your scalp this oil to relieve from dandruff and itchiness. Leave it overnight and wash it in the morning. Try this treatment once or twice in a week for immediate results.
Sesame oil
We can notice the white flakes on hairs and shoulders when we have dry and itchy scalp. This may cause discomfort when you are in some important meeting or at work place. The easiest and ideal way to treat this problem is sesame oil that nourishes your scalp, heals itchiness and dry scalp. It is a good moisturizer which helps to maintain the texture of your hair. It also plays an important role in stimulating the hair growth. Try this amazing sesame oil remedy for a spa like scalp treatment.
Method:
Take a sauce pan and eat some sesame oil and warm it slightly.
Apply this warm oil to your scalp and massage it for at least 10 minutes before going to bed each night. After massaging just wrap your head in a hot towel for 15 minutes. This would help the scalp to absorb the oil well and to relieve from irritation. Let the oil remain on the scalp overnight and wash it the next morning using mild shampoo. This treatment will hydrates both scalp and hair while leaning it healthy.
Try this treatment twice a week and stay away from dry scalp!!
Chamomile oil
If you’re the one looking to treat dandruff in a natural and eco- friendly way then try this simple and effective remedy at your home. Chamomile oil is a surprising agent that soothes itchy scalp and improves hair growth. This is a wonderful remedy to get rid of dandruff as it has antiseptic effects. Chamomile oil helps to calms the scalp irritation while reducing the inflammation caused by dandruff.
Method:
Take the required amount of chamomile oil and mix it with any other natural oil like coconut oil, tea tree oil and etc. Massage your scalp using this mixture of oils to cure dandruff and to get beautiful hairs.
Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil is another powerful natural agent known for its moisturizing and refreshing properties. This oil is the best treatment to get relief from dry and itchy scalp. It treats dry scalp by hydrating your scalp. It also rejuvenates the scalp and helps to get health and gleaming hair texture.
Method:
Take 1 to 2 tablespoons of jojoba oil and apply it onto your scalp. Massage well for a few minutes before going to bed. Leave it on overnight. Rinse your hair using a good quality shampoo in the morning. Repeat this remedy twice a week.