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How to Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk

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Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk
Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk

The use of coconut milk in getting rid of dry flaky scalp, and maintaining lustrous, healthy hair, is an age old beauty secret practiced by women in tropical countries. The rich oil content in coconuts moisturizes the scalp and improves overall health of the, even with one application. This home remedy for treatment of dry scalp is very effective; you should give it a try.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • Bowl
  • Sauce pan
  • Shower cap
  • Towel
  • Comb
  1. Step 1

    Place coconut milk in a medium-size sauce pan. Warm it up over low heat for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally. Do not boil.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer the warmed liquid into a bowl. Test the temperature. Make sure it is warm enough but not too hot. You don’t want to burn your scalp when you apply it on.

  3. Step 3

    Drape the towel over your shoulder.

  4. Step 4

    Comb your hair to massage the scalp and to remove any hair tangles.

  5. Step 5

    Dip your fingers into the bowl. With your moistened fingers, apply the coconut milk into the hair and scalp. Repeat until your hair and scalp is wet.

  6. Step 6

    Massage your scalp gently using your fingers or a wide-toothed comb. Do this for about 15 minutes.

  7. Step 7

    Cover your hair with a shower cap for at least an hour.

  8. Step 8

    Shampoo hair twice to remove the oil, then rinse thoroughly. Let it dry.

Tips & Warnings
  • If you have extremely dry scalp, do this at least twice a month. It will improve your scalp health significantly.

Comments  

femwriter said

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on 11/23/2009 This is an informative article on how to Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk. Thanks for sharing this piece of writing. 5* plus recommendation!

omghow said

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on 11/23/2009 Thanks for sharing.

jenng said

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on 11/13/2009 GREAT ARTICLE ON How to Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk 5*

steacher said

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on 11/12/2009 This is so interesting! I'll have to try it. Does it make your hair smell funny? I love all your articles!

mizzshady said

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on 11/11/2009 Get Rid of Dry, Flaky Scalp Using Coconut Milk is a lot better then heads and shoulders.

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