Coconut Oil & Onion Juice: 2 Natural Ingredients That Can Help You Get Rid Of Dandruff

Dandruff is one of the most common scalp issues most people have to deal with, especially in winter. It is a condition in which skin cells accumulate and flake off. We also experience irritation and itching on our scalps.

However, another cause of dandruff can be fungus. It causes the skin to dry and leave behind flakes. It is not only dry skin that is prone to dandruff, but an oily scalp can also be the reason for white flakes on your head and clothes.

This article mentions homemade hacks with two natural ingredients – coconut oil and onion juice. Let’s see how they can help and how to use them.

Coconut Oil

A study published in Wiley says that coconut oil can penetrate deeper into the layers of the epidermis and protect the scalp from getting dry. It is popular for possessing antimicrobial properties, which can also help your scalp combat mild fungal infection.

How To Use Coconut Oil

Deep Conditioner

• Apply coconut oil on your scalp and length.
• Cover your head with a shower cap or a warm towel.
• Let it sit for 30 minutes.
• Wash your hair with regular shampoo.

Coconut Oil With Lemon Juice

• To a tablespoon of coconut oil add a teaspoon of lemon juice.
• Apply the mixture to your scalp and massage your head gently with your fingers.
• Keep it for 20 minutes, and wash your hair with shampoo.

Hot Coconut Oil Massage

• According to your length, take out some coconut oil in a bowl and warm it up. The most appropriate temperature is considered to be 60°C.
• Massage your head with hot oil for about 5-10 minutes.
• Leave the oil to rest for 20 minutes before washing your head.

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Coconut Oil With Jojoba Oil

• Mix coconut oil and jojoba oil in equal amounts.
• Massage the mixture on your scalp and cover the head with a warm towel.
• Allow oils to hydrate your skin and hair for 30 minutes, and wash your head with a mild shampoo.

Onion Juice

Much like coconut oil, onion juice has many properties. It can reduce irritation and inflammation. The antimicrobial properties of onions can help with a few mild skin infections, hydrate your scalp, and promote hair growth.

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How To Use Onion Juice

Onion Juice With Lemon Juice

• Mix onion juice and lemon juice in a ratio of 2:1.
• Massage it to your scalp with gentle hands to regulate the pH value and reduce the presence of bacteria.
• Wash your hair after 20 minutes.

Onion Juice With Aloe Vera

• Apply a mixture of onion juice and aloe vera to your hair.
• Allow its anti-inflammatory and moisturising properties to work for about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

Onion Juice And Honey

• You can mix onion juice with honey and massage your scalp with it.
• Wash it off after 15 minutes with your shampoo.

Onion Juice And Fenugreek Seeds

• Make a paste of onion juice and a powder of fenugreek seeds.
• Using your fingers, apply the paste to your scalp.
• Wait for 20 minutes before washing it off with shampoo.

Pro Tip: Onion Juice And Coconut Oil

• Add coconut oil and onion in a ratio of 2:1 in a small bow.
• Apply the mixture to your hair and allow it to rest for 15 to 20 minutes.
• Wash your hair with your favourite shampoo.

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