How to Prevent and Treat Dandruff

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Try over-the-counter dandruff shampoo that contains zinc or salicylic acid.. Apply the shampoo according to the label instructions.. Use over the counter medicated creams to treat your dandruff.

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Try over-the-counter dandruff shampoo that contains zinc or salicylic acid.

Step 1

Try over-the-counter dandruff shampoo that contains zinc or salicylic acid.

2

Apply the shampoo according to the label instructions.

Step 2

Apply the shampoo according to the label instructions.

3

Use over the counter medicated creams to treat your dandruff.

Step 3

Use over the counter medicated creams to treat your dandruff.

4

Apply mineral oil before using a medicated shampoo.

Step 4

Apply mineral oil before using a medicated shampoo.

5

Apply aspirin to your scalp.

Step 5

Apply aspirin to your scalp.

6

Use natural oils to moisturize your scalp.

Step 6

Use natural oils to moisturize your scalp.

7

Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar.

Step 7

Rinse your hair with apple cider vinegar.

8

Use baking soda.

Step 8

Use baking soda.

9

Wash your hair regularly.

Step 9

Wash your hair regularly.

10

Avoid hairspray and hair gel.

Step 10

Avoid hairspray and hair gel.

11

Spend more time outdoors in the sun.

Step 11

Spend more time outdoors in the sun.

12

Practice stress management

Step 12

Practice stress management

13

Maintain a diet high in zinc and B vitamins.

Step 13

Maintain a diet high in zinc and B vitamins.

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