Hair Care Tips : Dandruff issue? Here's how you can use Listerine to cure it

Dealing with dandruff at times can not only be annoying, but it can also get embarrassing. That constant urge to itch your scalp because of dandruff tends to make your flakes more visible on your tees. Dandruff flakes are not only good for your clothes, but they can also cause skin issues. The worst part about having dandruff is that you've been dealing with the issue for long enough, even anti-dandruff shampoos don’t seem to do their job anymore. You might've tried several home remedies to deal with dandruff, but have you ever tried Listerine to treat your dandruff? 

Listerine is one of the best remedies for treating dandruff. Listerine, which is widely used as a mouthwash, has antifungal properties which help to kill the root of the problem, restoring the health of your scalp. The key ingredients of Listerine are eucalyptol, thymol, methyl salicylate and menthol, which have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It not only treats dandruff but also reduces the irritation on your scalp and leaves it cool and refreshed.

However, you must take precautions while using mouthwash. If you have broken skin or cuts, then you must wait until they heal before you try using Listerine. 

Here’s how you can use Listerine to treat dandruff

Listerine and water:

Take 2 tbsp of water and 2 tbsp of Listerine and pour them in a spray bottle and mix them. Spray this onto your scalp after you are done with your shampoo and condition. Let it sit for a few minutes, then rinse your scalp with lukewarm water. Do this thrice a week for better results.

Listerine and baby oil:

Take 2 tbsp of baby oil and 2 tbsp of Listerine and mix it well. After washing your hair with shampoo, squeeze the excess water out of your hair. Then, pour the mixture onto your scalp. Leave the mixture on for about 5 minutes. Post that, wash your hair with a mild shampoo. It should be done at least twice a week. It's good for people with dry hair since the oil will keep Listerine from drying it out any further.

Listerine:

Take 1 tbsp of Listerine and a cotton pad. Soak a cotton pad in the Listerine and dab it onto your scalp. Once you’ve covered your scalp, let it sit for about 5-10 minutes. Wash your hair with a mild shampoo and do this thrice a week for 2 weeks. It's one of the quickest methods of using Listerine to cure dandruff. It will control itching and solve your problem within weeks. Use listerine and do let us know how it works for you in the comments section below. 

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