How Do You Control Dandruff With Herbs?
Dandruff–those white flakes can wreak havoc on your self-esteem, especially if the situation is chronic. Dandruff can have many causes such as fungal infections, dry scalp or not enough of the right nutrients for a healthy scalp. You should see a dermatologist or a doctor for insight into why your dandruff is happening. I find that the best remedies are those that occur in nature. I use hair rinses and essential oils to help control dandruff problems when they occur. Plus, I make sure to take a multivitamin and eat a healthy diet. This usually takes care of it. Here are the herbs I would consider using. My favorite hair rinse for dandruff is parsley. I know, we usually don’t think of parsley as a cosmetic herb, but it works. It also makes the hair nice and soft. Just buy a fresh bunch of parsley from the store. Wash it off and pour 4 cups of boiling water over it. Let it steep for 30 minutes, strain the herb out and then add 1 tbsp. of apple cider vinegar. Pour it over your head after