Mild dandruff or dead skin flakes is really common but severe flaking and itching needs treatment! Dandruff can be treated with medicated shampoos and hair products but if you are looking out for gentle yet super effective natural remedies, you are at the right place! Below are some tried-and-tested anti-dandruff overnight remedies you can try-
ALOE MASK
In a blender, add fresh aloe gel and few drops tea tree or rosemary oil. Blend until you achieve a well-combined and thinner consistency. Transfer to a spray bottle for easy application. Spray liberally on scalp and hair and massage. Tie a high bun and sleep with it. Use a shampoo as usual the next morning.
GINGER SCALP TREATMENT
Add 2 medium sized fresh ginger to a blender with some green tea. Blend until you get a lump-free paste. Squeeze out all the juice and apply on scalp using a cotton pad. Tie a high bun and sleep with it. Use a shampoo as usual the next morning.
TEA TREE OIL
In a bowl, add 1/3 cup coconut oil and 15 drops tea tree oil. Stir and apply on scalp and hair and massage. Wear a shower cap and sleep with it. Use a shampoo as usual the next morning.
FENUGREEK WATER
In a bowl, add 1/4 cu fenugreek seeds and 2 cups water.v Soak for 4-5 hours and cook on low flame for 20 minutes with a lid. Strain out the juice and apply on scalp and hair. Tie a high bun and sleep with it. Use a shampoo as usual the next morning.
PEPPERMINT LEAVES
Make fresh peppermint leaves paste and mix it with double the quantity of Greek yogurt. Use it as an overnight hair mask.