This Is How You Can Combat An Itchy Scalp!

By Divya Sharma on November 4, 2019

How You Can Combat An Itchy Scalp

Usually in summers due to lot of sweating and grime we tend to get itchy scalp. In winters, due to dandruff and dry scalp itchiness occurs. When we scratch our hair endlessly then this damages the hair and leads to hair fall.

How You Can Combat An Itchy Scalp

Itchy Scalp

Here are some effective home remedies that will help in fighting off from the itchy scalp and give freedom from hair fall and dandruff as well.

1# Tea Tree Oil

Tea tree oil has moisturizing properties that helps in nourishing the scalp and fighting off from the dryness of the scalp. Tea tree oil is loaded with terpenes that are anti-bacterial and anti-fungal in nature. It helps in treating the scalp infection and keeps hair healthy and shiny. Take 5-10 drops of tea tree oil and apply it on the scalp. Massage it well on your scalp for few minutes. It is good to leave it on your scalp overnight and then wash off your hair in the morning. You can apply this oil twice or thrice in a week to get healthy hair.

2# Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera provides moisture to the dry scalp and prevents dandruff that is the main cause of itchiness. You can apply aloe vera pulp on your scalp once or twice in a week. Take some pulp of the aloe vera leaf, mash it well and then apply it on your scalp. Leave it for 15-20 minutes on your scalp and then rinse with lukewarm water. This will give you a scalp free from itchiness and dandruff as well.

Aloe Vera

3# Argan Oil

Argan oil is highly moisturized and it is required in very little amount when it comes to nourishment of your scalp. It not only nourishes the scalp but also moisturizes it. Apply some argan oil on your scalp and leave it for an hour. You can also leave it overnight and in the morning wash your hair with normal shampoo. Your hair will bounce back to life and they will look smooth and shiny.

4# Neem Oil

Neem Oil

Neem oil has anti-microbial properties that helps in preventing the scalp infections and treats itching as well. Mix 6-8 drops of neem and 2 tbs coconut oil. Apply this oil to the scalp and leave it for 15 minutes. Rinse your hair with mild shampoo and repeat this twice in a week.

Neem Oil

5# Baking Soda

Baking soda is antibacterial and anti-fungal in nature. It helps in killing the microbes that are present on the scalp causing dryness, itching and hairfall. Baking soda has the potential to balance the pH level of the scalp and also soothes the skin. Take 2-3 tsp baking soda and add little water to form a paste. Leave this paste on your scalp for 15 minutes and then rinse off with mild shampoo. Repeat this process once in a week to get amazing hair.

6# Lemon Juice

Lemon Juice

Lemon juice has natural anti-microbial properties that helps in soothing down the itching in the scalp. It also contains petrochemicals that have an anti-inflammatory effect on the scalp that soothes down the itching. Take 2-3 tbs of lemon juice and apply it on your scalp with the help of a cotton ball. Leave it on your scalp for 5-10 minutes and then wash off your scalp and hair with water. Repeat this for two times in a week and do not overdo this as lemon juice has bleaching properties that can lighten your hair.

Lemon Juice

7# Olive Oil

Olive oil gives you a nourished and healthy scalp that keeps your scalp free from itchiness and dryness as well. Warm up some virgin olive oil and massage it in your scalp at night. Leave it in your hair overnight and then wash with mild shampoo. It helps in healing the infection and itchiness of the scalp. Apply olive oil twice in a week to get healthy and shiny hair.

Mrs. Divya Sharma is an avid writer with a vast experience of almost 15 years in writing career. She did her MA in English from IGNOU along with Diploma course in Journalism from YMCA, New Delhi. She has worked as a Content Manager with Times Of India, Noida for 10 years. Writing is her passion and she tries to give her best every time she writes on any given topic. Writing articles on home remedies is her area of interest and she has gained immense knowledge by writing and researching a lot in this field.

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