Remove dandruff with apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is one of the substances that are extracted from apple fruits, where the sugary substances turn into alcohol and then into vinegar, going through a number of stages. Vinegar has been known for its many benefits to the human body since ancient times, as vinegar strengthens the bones and gets rid of excess fluids in the body. The equation between alkalinity and acidity, and regulating blood pressure, and its benefits were not limited to that, but included skin and hair care. In this article, we will mention the benefits of vinegar for hair and ways to use it to remove dandruff from the scalp.

Apple cider vinegar recipes to remove dandruff

Recipe for apple cider vinegar diluted with water

Mix an equal amount of water and apple cider vinegar, then put the mixture in a spray bottle and apply it to the head and scalp. Leave it for ten minutes, then wash it with shampoo scented with wood oil.

Apple cider vinegar and baking soda recipe

We take an amount of baking powder sufficient to cover the entire hair and mix it with an appropriate amount of water. Then we apply the mixture to the scalp and massage it using circular movements so that it penetrates and reaches the roots of the hair. After some time has passed, we wash the hair well with lukewarm water.

Apple cider vinegar and essential oil recipe

We take a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and mix it with four tablespoons of water and a few drops of any type of essential oil, such as lavender oil or rosemary oil, then apply the mixture to the hair so that it covers the scalp completely.

Apple cider vinegar and olive oil recipe

Mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and mix them with four tablespoons of olive oil, then apply the mixture to the scalp and leave it for a quarter of an hour. After that, comb the hair with a fine-toothed comb and wash it well with water and shampoo.

Note: These recipes may not be suitable for some types of hair, sensitive scalps, or those suffering from certain skin diseases, so it is best to consult a specialist before use.

Benefits of apple cider vinegar for hair

• It eliminates dandruff and fights itching, because it contains anti-inflammatory compounds. It also maintains the pH of the scalp due to its acidic nature.
• Gives hair shine and softness; Because it has natural properties that get rid of the accumulations resulting from shampoo and various hair styling products, it also restores the natural hydrogen percentage of the scalp.
• It kills bacteria and fungi that cause hair loss, and also stimulates the healthy growth of hair follicles because it contains many nutrients necessary to strengthen hair roots and promote their growth, the most important of which are potassium, iron, vitamin A, and vitamin C.
• Moisturizes dry hair resulting from hair dye.
• It eliminates lice and nits in the hair.