Tips to Use Castor Oil to Remove Dandruff

Almost each and every person at some point in their life has encountered the problem of dandruff. Dandruff is a common scalp condition in which dead cells of skin get accumulated on your scalp and hair. These are white or grey coloured flaky substances which are found on your scalp. Dandruff hinders the essential nutrients from reaching the scalp and ultimately your hair strands become weak and start falling off. Thus dandruff also triggers itching and scalp irritation. Dandruff should be treated at the initial stage itself so as to avoid other hair problems.

What Are The Causes Of Dandruff?

Most of the time people consider that dandruff is caused because of poor hygiene. But that’s not true. There are a lot of factors responsible for causing dandruff such as:

1. Dryness of the scalp: Extreme climatic conditions can also be one of the factors responsible for causing dandruff. Dry scalp tends to become itchy, resulting in dandruff.

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2. Not shampooing regularly: Washing your hair on a regular basis is necessary to remove excess oil and dead skin cell build up on the scalp, which may otherwise cause dandruff. Excessive use of strong chemical shampoos can also lead to dandruff. You may shampoo your hair twice or thrice in a week.

3. Yeast Infection: Malassezia is a yeast which is commonly found on everybody’s scalp and it feeds on the oil produced by the sebum. But sometimes the overgrowth of this yeast due to certain conditions can lead to scalp inflammation which results in itchiness and irritated scalp.

4. Skin Conditions: Certain skin conditions such as seborrheic, eczema, dermatitis etc can irritate the scalp and it becomes itchy, which leads to dandruff.

5. Stress: Stress and anxiety can deteriorate any skin condition as it impairs your immune system making it difficult for your body to deal with the microbe Malassezia globosa present on your scalp and cause scalp irritation.

6. Unbalanced Diet: Diet which is deficient in Zinc, Vitamin B and fats can also result in dandruff. Sugar intake should also be reduced as sugary food promotes the growth of Candida yeast.

7. Brushing your hair irregularly: Regularly brushing is required to avoid the buildup of dead skin cells on the scalp.

8. Pollution: Dirt, dust and grime are also responsible for causing dandruff as they stay on the surface of the scalp and make it itchy and irritated.

Why Is Castor Oil Beneficial For Dandruff?

Castor Oil is rich in Omega 6 fatty acids and Vitamin E which is known for its anti-inflammatory property which helps to soothe the irritated scalp and also keeps it moisturized.

Castor oil exhibits antibacterial and antimicrobial property due to the presence of ricinoleic acid which effectively fights off any microbial infection.

Castro Oil is high in Omega 9 fatty acid which helps to retain moisture of your scalp, thus reducing scalp itchiness and dryness.

Homemade Castor Oil Recipes For Treating Dandruff

1. Castor Oil And Argan Oil

The amazing properties of Argan Oil will not only help you to get rid of dandruff but it also helps to moisturize your hair making is silky and shiny, thereby improving the texture of your hair and helps to maintain a healthy scalp. 

Ingredients 

• 1 tablespoon Argan Oil
• 2 tablespoon of Castor Oil

Method 

1. Take a bowl and mix both the oils and warm it, but not directly on the flame.
2. Gently apply this mixture on your scalp and hair.
3. Leave it overnight and wash it off in the morning with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this twice a week for a better result.

2. Castor Oil, Tea Tree Oil And Aloe Vera

All three ingredients are very beneficial for healthy scalp and hair. Castor oil and Tea tree oil from Anveya are well known for their antimicrobial property which helps to fight fungus (Malassezia globosa) that commonly occurs on the skin surface causing fungal infection. Aloe vera helps to soothe the irritated scalp.

Also Read : Tea Tree Oil For Dandruff - Does it Really Work

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• Works on ACNE, SCARS & PIGMENTATION due to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties
• Application in treating SKIN, NAIL & TOE INFECTIONS
• Great for HAIR. Fights against DANDRUFF with its antifungal properties
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Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoon of castor oil
• 2-3 drops of tea tree oil
• 3 tablespoon of Aloe vera gel

Method 

1. Take a clean bowl and mix all the above-mentioned ingredients.
2. Apply this mixture on your scalp and hair generously.
3. Leave it for 40-45 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this process thrice a week.

3. Castor Oil And Ginger

Ginger has got antibacterial and antifungal properties which makes it ideal for treating dandruff, Ginger also helps to clear the clogged pores and removes dirt and grime from it. Castor oil has an anti-inflammatory property which soothes the scalp and fights against dandruff.

Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoon of Castor Oil
• 2 tablespoon of Ginger

Method 

1. Take a clean bowl and mix both the ingredients.
2. Apply this mixture on your scalp and hair generously.
3. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this process thrice a week.

4. Castor Oil, Almond Oil And Rosemary Oil

Almond Oil is rich in Vitamin A, D and E which helps to nourish your scalp and hair. It helps to moisturize your dry, rough and frizzy hair, it also helps to increase blood circulation. Rosemary Oil promotes hair growth as it is loaded with antioxidants which fight free radicals responsible for hair loss.

Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoons of Castor Oil
• 2 tablespoons of Almond Oil
• 2-3 drops of Rosemary Oil

Method 

1. Take a clean bowl and mix both the ingredients.
2. Apply this mixture on your scalp and hair generously.
3. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this process thrice a week to get rid of dandruff and other hair problems.

5. Castor Oil And Lemon Juice

Lemon Juice is rich in citric acid which maintains the pH balance of the scalp. It is rich in Vitamin C which helps to fight dandruff and gently soothes the irritated scalp.

Ingredients 

• 2 tablespoons of Castor Oil
• 1 tablespoon of Lemon Juice

Method 

1. Take both the ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
2. Apply this mixture on your scalp and hair generously.
3. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this process thrice a week to get rid of dandruff and other hair problems.

6. Castor Oil, Glycerine And Egg

Glycerine helps to moisturize your scalp and hair, helps soothe the itchy scalp. Egg is rich in proteins and other essential nutrients which nourish your scalp.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of Castor Oil
• 1 teaspoon of glycerine
• 1 Egg

Method

1. Beat the egg and mix it well with Castor Oil and glycerine.
2. Apply this mixture on your scalp and hair generously.
3. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash it off with a mild shampoo.
4. Repeat this process twice a week for better results.

How To Select The Right Castor Oil?

While choosing castor oil always check for its authenticity. Make sure that it is cold pressed, pure, organic and virgin variety.

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