5 essential hair oils to treat dandruff in winter

Moneycontrol News October 27, 2023

Winter is here and the time for hot chocolate and cosy sweaters is back. However, some people also suffer from a dry, itchy scalp during this season that can lead to dandruff.

Using some herbal and essential oils can help combat dandruff and also provide nourishment to the scalp and hair.

Rosemary oil: A great way to remove dandruff from hair, rosemary oil possesses antifungal properties that reduces excess grease, product build-up, flakes and other impurities from the scalp. Mix rosemary oil with a carrier oil before use.

Tea tree oil: Tea tree is known for its powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties and can treat persistent dandruff on the scalp. Mix it with another carrier oil before use.

Basil oil: Another oil famous for its antibacterial properties, basil oil may help treat an itchy scalp and also treat hair loss. It is great for reducing dandruff.

Lemongrass oil: In a study, an anti-dandruff hair tonic containing lemongrass was found to relieve symptoms of dandruff and a dry, itchy scalp.

Meanwhile, to reduce dandruff, oil your hair just 1-2 hours before hair wash. Do not tie your hair in a tight bun or ponytail and don’t mix other treatments with it.