5 Herbal Lotions to Treat Dandruff Naturally

Dandruff isn't necessarily due to your shampoo, it can also be linked to stress, excessive sweating, or a fungal infection.

Reviewed and approved by the doctor Karla Henríquez.

Written by Solimar Cedeño

Last update: 09 October, 2022

Dandruff is a dermatological condition that affects the scalp and can be quite annoying for people who have it. Luckily, there are some herbal lotions that can help to treat dandruff naturally. Read on to find out more!

The human body tends to get rid of dead cells through the skin. Dandruff is actually just dead skin cells from the scalp, but more than would otherwise be expected. It’s also accompanied by itching, which makes it a dermatological condition.

When someone has excessive dandruff, they may scratch quite a lot, even to the point of breaking the skin which can then lead to infections. It can also become an aesthetic problem which causes insecurity or low self-esteem.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at some remedies to treat dandruff naturally.

Herbal Lotions to Treat Dandruff Naturally

If you have dandruff, there are some natural, inexpensive alternatives that you can try. If you use them regularly for the best results over a number of weeks, you’ll soon see an improvement.

1. Rosemary and Thyme Lotion

Rosemary has anti-bacterial, analgesic, fungicidal, and astringent properties, which make it perfect for dealing with dandruff caused by fungus. It also contains camphor, flavonoids, phenolic acids, and other nutrients which are good for the body.

Thyme is also an analgesic with antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. Plus, it contains flavonoids, as well as vitamin C, luteolin, and other compounds.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of rosemary (8 g)
• 1 tablespoon of thyme (8 g)
• 2 cups of water (500 ml)

Preparation

• Take a pan and boil the water.
• Add the rosemary and leave it on the heat for 5 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and add the thyme.
• Leave it to rest until cool.
• Apply to a dry scalp and do not rinse.

2. Basil Lotion

Basil has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and antioxidant properties. It also contains vitamin K, beta-carotene, and iron.

It’s really easy to make this lotion.

Ingredients

• Basil (to taste)
• 4 cups of water (1 litre)

Preparation

• Take a pan and boil the water.
• Add the basil leaves and leave on the heat for a few minutes.
• Turn off the heat, leave to rest, and strain.
• Apply to the scalp every night and rinse in the morning.

3. Parsley Lotion

Parsley is good for both the digestive and immune system. It can also be used to treat dandruff and give you shinier hair. It contains a lot of vitamins A, B, C, and D, calcium, iron, and potassium.

Ingredients

• 4 cups of water (1 litre)
• 1/2 cup of dry parsley (100 g) or 1/4 of fresh parsley (50 g)

Preparation

• Take a pan and boil the water.
• Add the parsley and leave on the heat for a few minutes.
• Turn off the heat and leave it to cool.
• Apply to your hair after washing by massaging well into your scalp, and leave to dry.

4. Apple Cider Vinegar Lotion

Apple cider vinegar has many benefits for your digestive system and your skin. It has anti-bacterial, antiseptic, and antifungal properties.

Using this remedy will relieve itching and leave your hair looking healthier and shinier.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of apple cider vinegar (250 ml)
• 1 cup of water (250 ml)

Preparation

• Dilute the vinegar in the water and apply to your scalp.
• Gently massage it in and leave it to dry.

Note: This vinegar is quite aromatic.

5. Yogurt, Rosemary, and Lemon Mask

This mask is an excellent remedy to treat dandruff and is really easy to make. Your hair will be moisturized and shiny if you use it just twice a week.

Ingredients

• 1 natural yogurt
• 3 drops of rosemary essential oil
• 3 drops of lemon essential oil

Preparation

• Mix the yogurt and rosemary oil in a bowl.
• Then, add the lemon oil and mix well.
• Dampen your hair and apply this mask to your hair and scalp.
• Leave it to act for 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water and wash with your normal shampoo.

Say goodbye to dandruff and get back your self-esteem with these 5 herbal remedies. Try not to scratch your head too much, otherwise you could break the skin and get an infection.

Hygiene is really important for curing dandruff and looking after your hair. Therefore, you need to wash regularly and use all the necessary products to treat dandruff.

Also, don’t forget to visit a dermatologist to assess your dandruff. They’ll be able to tell you what the best treatment will be or which natural option is best for your skin.