• Infrequent shampooing of hair, inadequate rinsing and excessive use of a hot hair dryer (which also causes contact dermatitis), aggravates dandruff. You could prevent dandruff by shampooing regularly with a mild shampoo. Massage your scalp gently to loosen flakes and rinse the hair and scalp thoroughly.
• Excessive use of hairsprays and gels and improper use of hair coloring products can cause dandruff. Tight fitting hats and scarves should be avoided.
• A combination of cold weather, low humidity and dry indoor heat could explain persistent dandruff.
• Poor diet, food allergies, hormonal imbalances, and infections can all lead to dandruff.

Dr. Coleen Murphy, ND

www.natmedworks.com 

The word "dandruff" reminds everyone of itchy skin with white flakes. Try these remedies at home!

- Aloe vera gel applied on hair is beneficial.
- Neem leaves boiled in water and used for rinsing is effective.
- Rubbing snake gourd juice on the scalp has been found to be beneficial in treating dandruff.
- Equal amounts of olive and almond oil gets rid of dandruff.
- Apply 1 tsp limejuice on your scalp for the last rinse for your hair to shine without dandruff.

For more information, visit,

http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/askquestion/2747/question-on-dandruff-where-is-dandruff-made.html
and
http://www.home-remedies-for-you.com/askquestion/1160/natural-cures-for-dandruff-home-remedy-for-dandruf.html

Radhika Kartik, Consultant Dietitian