Ginger - Tea Tree Scalp Tonic
YIELD: 1 TREATMENT
STORAGE: NOT RECOMMENDED
TIME: 20 MINUTES
Ginger’s anti-inflammatory action eases the itching associated with dandruff. Olive oil imparts natural moisture to dry, flaky skin. Tea tree essential oil lends a hand by killing fungus.
Ingredients:
- 1 palm-sized piece of fresh ginger root, peeled
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 drops tea tree essential oil
- Use a garlic press or juicer to extract as much juice from the ginger root as you can. If using a garlic press, grate the ginger before pressing it.
- In a small bowl, mix the juice, olive oil, and tea tree essential oil together.
- Wet your hair and apply the entire remedy to the scalp.
- Massage gently.
- Leave the treatment in place for 15 minutes.
- When finished, rinse your hair thoroughly with cool water. Follow up with your favorite shampoo and conditioner.
- Repeat this treatment 2 to 3 times weekly until the dandruff is gone. If you use a hair dryer, avoid exposing your scalp to high heat, as it slows the healing process.
Herbal Dandruff Shampoo
YIELD: 15 TREATMENTS
STORAGE: SHAMPOO BOTTLE
TIME: 30 MINUTES
This natural dandruff shampoo is a fantastic alternative to commercial preparations thanks to a cocktail of high-powered, antioxidant-rich herbs that heal the scalp sans the signature medicinal scent of over-the-counter options.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1 heaping tablespoon dried lavender
- 1 heaping tablespoon dried mint
- 1 heaping tablespoon dried rosemary
- ⅓ cup liquid castile soap
- ¼ teaspoon almond or olive oil
- 5 drops eucalyptus essential oil
- 5 drops tea tree essential oil
Instructions:
- In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the lavender, mint, and rosemary, cover the pan, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a bowl and let it cool.
- Add the castile soap and mix gently.
- Add the almond oil, and eucalyptus and tea tree essential oils.
- Mix gently, then use a funnel to transfer the shampoo to a bottle.
- Shampoo and follow up with your favorite conditioner.
- Style as usual, avoiding high heat from the blow dryer.
Do try these recipes and you will get control of your dandruff in no time.
Use daily whenever dandruff is a problem. Store in the shower.