Say goodbye to dandruff with this easy to make homemade dandruff shampoo. Great for moisturising the scalp while removing dandruff, this natural remedy works wonders, leaving your hair clean, silky and soft.
Dandruff
Dandruff can be caused by improper hair care, stress, the over production of sebum and fungus, or genetics among other things.
It can cause a dry, itchy scalp with noticeable flakes that can be seen on clothing. A dry scalp may also cause itchiness and flaking, though these flakes are more subtle.
Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
This powerful shampoo is packed full of dandruff-busting ingredients that are 100% natural and very nurturing for your scalp and hair.
Easy to make and effective, this homemade shampoo is a wonderful natural way to remove the white flakes in your hair, leaving it glossy, shiny and smooth.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is an amazing product with soooo many uses from cooking through to cleaning and body care.
Its anti-fungal properties help limit the production of bacteria. It also contains live cultures which promote healthier hair and helps to relieve the itchiness that you find comes with having dandruff.
Essential Oils
You can add a few drops of essential oils to this lip balm if you wish, though please remember that essential oils are potent, and need to be diluted. As this lip balm is being used on your lips, you will need to use essential oils that are gentle enough to be applied to your lips – and used in the correct quantities.
Just be careful using some essential oils such as tea tree and peppermint, around children and pregnant women, making sure to do your research before using.
I personally prefer not to use essential oils in my lip balms as they may enter your mouth and I do not recommend ingesting essential oils.
Ingredients for Making Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
To make 6 ounces of this shampoo, you will need:
- 1 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 TBSP Castor Oil or another oil such as Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba or Coconut Oil
- 1 tsp Argan Oil
- 5 Drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
- 5 Drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 5 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil
Making Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
Add the essential oils and the Argan oil to a glass jug or jar.
Mix in the castor oil.
Pour in the apple cider vinegar and stir to combine.
Pour into a glass container to store.
Using Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
Pour a small amount of the shampoo into your hand. Massage it into your scalp. You may find that this shampoo is a little thinner than commercial shampoos. This is due to the lack of chemicals that is contains. It also makes it easier to spread and massage into your scalp.
Leave for a few minutes and then wash as usual with shampoo and conditioner.
Use multiple times a week to help with dandruff.
Storing Natural Dandruff Shampoo
Store in an amber glass bottle, in a cool, dry place. Due to the ingredients, you should find that it will last for up to one month when stored correctly.
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Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
- 2 TBSP Castor Oil
- 1 tsp Argan Oil
- 5 Drops Tea Tree Essential Oil
- 5 Drops Lavender Essential Oil
- 5 Drops Rosemary Essential Oil
Instructions
Making Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
- Add the essential oils and the Argan oil to a glass jug or jar.
- Mix in the castor oil.
- Pour in the apple cider vinegar and stir to combine.
- Pour into a glass container to store.
Using Homemade Dandruff Shampoo
- Pour a small amount of the shampoo into your hand. Massage it into your scalp. You may find that this shampoo is a little thinner than commercial shampoos. This is due to the lack of chemicals that is contains. It also makes it easier to spread and massage into your scalp.
- Leave for a few minutes and then wash as usual with shampoo and conditioner.
- Use multiple times a week to help with dandruff.
Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of something you have read on this website.
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