Dandruff is a common scalp disorder, consisting of small white flakes falling from the scalp can be very annoying. It usually occurs because of dry and irritated skin, growth of bacteria and fungus on the scalp, which leads to itchiness and excessive formation of dry skin flakes. In addition to this, it leads to other skin issues like pimples and acne. But don’t worry, the good news is that dandruff can be treated naturally.

At Style sutra we will tell you everything you need to know about dandruff, and how to control it.

1. Fungal infection
2. Dry scalp
3. Diet
4. Hygiene
5. Stress

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and mix it with equal amounts of lemon juice.
Step 2: Massage it gently on to your scalp.
Step 3: Keep it on for 20 minutes before rinsing if off with mild shampoo.

Step 1: Soak some fenugreek or methi seeds in water overnight.
Step 2: Drain the leftover water and grind the softened seeds into a fine paste.
Step 3: Apply it to your scalp and keep it on for an hour.
Step 4: Rinse it off with a mild shampoo.

Step 1: Apply some curd to your hair and scalp.
Step 2: Massage it properly on to your scalp and hair. Let it sit tight for about an hour.
Step 3: Rinse it off with a shampoo that’s mild.

Step 1: Wet your hair slightly.
Step 2: Pour a spoonful of baking soda on your wet scalp.
Step 3: Leave it on for 60-90 seconds before washing it off with a mild shampoo.

Step 1: Pour a few drops of tea tree oil and spread it evenly on your scalp.
Step 2: Let it sit for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Wash it off with a mild shampoo.

Step 1: Mix equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water and set it aside.
Step 2: After a regular hair wash, apply the mixture on your wet hair.
Step 3: Massage your scalp well and leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing it off.

Neem has anti-bacterial properties and is an amazing home remedy for dandruff.

Step 1: Grind a handful of neem leaves to form a thick paste.
Step 2: Apply this paste evenly on your scalp and let it sit for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Wash it off with water.

Step 1: Make a thick paste using multani mitti, water and a dash of lemon juice.
Step 2: Apply this mixture on your hair and scalp and leave it on for about 20 minutes
Step 3: Rinse it off with water.

Step 1: Grind some orange peel and add some lemon juice to it.
Step 2: Mix to form a thick paste.
Step 3: Apply this paste on your scalp and let it sit for 30 minutes before washing it off with a mild shampoo.

Remember, all these remedies need to be applied at least thrice a week for best results; continue to do so till you see the difference.

Step 1: Crush 2 aspirin tablets
Step 2: Transfer the powder to a bowl and add a little amount of your regular shampoo to it and mix well.
Step 3: Shampoo as usual using this mixture. Let it stay on your hair for two minutes and then rinse with water.