Get rid of dandruff using snake gourd (Health tip of the day)

The term dandruff generally refers to a scalp condition where shiny, silvery scales separate from the scalp and collect in the hair. This condition can become troublesome when the flaking is excessive causing unsightly white dust on your clothes, or when itching leads to worsening of the condition. Dandruff is also closely associated with hair fall. So what can you do to rid yourself of this problem?

Here is a home remedy for you:

The juice of snake gourd (Padval) is very beneficial in the prevention and treatment of dandruff.

Extraction of juice:

Peel the snake gourd, cut it in half length wise. Next scrape out the seeds and add to the grinder. Add a little bit of the fruit to the grinder as well, and beat into a fine paste. Do not add water while grinding. Snake gourd has a lot of water content and if you add water the paste will be too runny to apply.

Application:

The juice should be rubbed over the scalp, and left in for about 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, wash it off using a mild shampoo.

The result will be soft and lustrous hair which will be free of dandruff. Remember to repeat the process once a week for about 4 weeks to get best results.

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• To get rid of dark skin patches
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• Stretch marks
• Tanning

Home remedies for your hair problems:

• Hair loss
• Unwanted facial hair
• Colour greying hair
• Grandma's remedies for skin and hair
• Dandruff
• Oily hair

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