Does lemon help with dandruff?

Question

I've had stubborn dandruff for ages, and someone in my family suggested rubbing lemon on my scalp. I'm a bit hesitant because of the acidity. Does lemon actually help with dandruff, or could it make it worse?

Shruti Saxena · Accepted Answer

Oh god, don't stress too much about dandruff, almost everyone dealing with pollution goes through this! Lemon does help slightly because of its acidity, but please don't apply it directly as it can irritate your scalp. Mix it with curd or coconut oil first.

Rajiv Chawla · Answer

At my age, I have tried everything from lemon juice to expensive shampoos, and my head still looks like a snow globe sometimes. Lemon does clean the oiliness for a day or two, but don't expect it to cure chronic dandruff forever.

Kiran Kumar · Answer

Yes, lemon definitely helps with the itchiness. Just make sure to dilute it with water or oil before applying so your scalp doesn't burn.

Kabir Sen · Answer

I put direct lemon juice on my scalp once and it burned like crazy because I had scratched my head. It dried out my hair completely too. If you want to use it, dilute it heavily and don't leave it on for more than 10 minutes.

Sneha Paul · Answer

I am new here and a bit scared to try remedies. My friends told me about lemon, but my scalp is very sensitive. Does it cause hair fall if we leave lemon juice on for too long?

Lata Mangeshkar · Answer

I have advised many youngsters on this forum about scalp health. Lemon has antifungal properties, but using it too often will dry out your skin, making dandruff even worse in the long run. Use it once a week at most, mixed with aloe vera gel.

Does lemon help with dandruff?

6 answers

Consult a dermatologist

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