How to Relieve Itchy Flaky Scalp Naturally
Itchy, flaky scalp is caused by a lack of oil production, poor nutrition, harsh chemical hair treatments or in some cases, an underlying condition such as eczema or psoriasis. The problem can be treated using natural ingredients probably already on hand in your refrigerator or pantry. Although more serious cases may require medical intervention, mild cases of itchy, flaky scalp are easy to treat at home naturally. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Lemon juice
- Apple cider vinegar
- Glass bowl
- Cotton balls
- Tea tree essential oil
- Olive oil
- Glass bottle with dropper lid
Instructions
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Massage about 2 tbsp lemon juice into your scalp and allow it to remain for about five minutes for instant relief from itchy, flaky scalp. Rinse with warm water and repeat daily, or as often as necessary. Use freshly squeezed juice for the best results.
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Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar and water together in a glass bowl. Dip a cotton ball into the mixture and apply directly to the scalp for quick relief. Allow the mixture to dry, and then rinse away with warm water. Repeat daily or whenever necessary to relieve itchy, flaky scalp naturally.
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Combine 8 to 10 drops tea tree essential oil in 1 tsp of olive oil and transfer the mixture into a glass bottle with dropper lid. Use the dropper to apply the oil directly to the scalp. Allow the oil to dry on the hair, and then rinse clean with warm water. Repeat daily as needed to treat itchy, flaky scalp.
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Tips & Warnings
Apple cider vinegar relieves itchy, flaky scalp by balancing the natural pH, but white distilled vinegar is also effective and may be used in its place.
Tea tree oil can be purchased from natural health stores, drug stores, or through mail-order retailers of essential oils.
Consult a physician if itchy, flaky scalp continues for long periods of time, worsens or begins to scab over. This may be a sign of a more serious problem.
