Does lemon juice help with dandruff?

Question

I've been dealing with persistent dandruff for months, and nothing seems to work properly. My sister suggested trying lemon juice on my scalp. Has anyone had success with lemon juice for treating dandruff?

Harmeet Kaur · Accepted Answer

My son had terrible dandruff because of sports sweat and dust. I mixed a few drops of lemon juice in warm coconut oil and gently massaged his scalp before his bath. It really helped reduce the itchiness and flakes within a few weeks.

Sandeep Nair · Answer

My dermatologist explained that lemon contains citric acid which helps balance scalp pH and control oil. However, he warned me never to apply undiluted lemon juice directly as it can cause chemical irritation and make the scalp dry.

Priya Sen · Answer

Yes, lemon works great for dandruff. Just dilute it with curd or oil first so it doesn't irritate your scalp.

Rahul Deshmukh · Answer

I used to apply raw lemon juice on my head, and while it cleared the dandruff temporarily, it made my scalp extremely dry and itchy later. Now I only use mild anti-dandruff shampoos instead of kitchen remedies.

Vijay Khanna · Answer

At my age, my hair is mostly gone, but the dandruff still remains! Lemon juice does clear the grease for a couple of days, but don't expect it to be a permanent miracle cure for your scalp issues.

Ananya Hegde · Answer

Yes, it helps due to its acidic nature. But dilute it with aloe vera gel or water first.

Does lemon juice help with dandruff?

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Consult a dermatologist

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