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    Dandruff Natural Remedies

    Skin cells flake off and cause unsightly debris. The cause in western viewpoint is skin cell shed before they are dead. Conventional medicine uses salicylic acid solution topically to shed cell sooner. This is a short-term solution. In severe conditions, steroid use is common. Symptoms include either dry hair with white flakes, or greasy skin or hair; can form crusts from liquid oozing. The skin can also be red and irritated. Natural perspectives look at dandruff as a fungus condition of the scalp or most likely a dietary imbalance that causes a lack of nutrition and blood impurity. Fungus conditions may respond to Tea Tree oil or Neem oil mixed…

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    Dry Hair Natural Remedies

    Dry brittle hair can break easily. Causes of dry hair include a lack of iron, zinc, or omega fatty acids. Also, dry hair can be caused by lice, fungus. Rarely dry hair comes from a thyroid problem (weight gain, sore leg muscles, exhaustion, thickened skin). It can also be caused by birth control pills, anti-seizure medications or steroids. Modern medicine has few answers. Natural perspectives for dry hair come from a nutritional deficiency and can be corrected by zinc, iron (if low), or omega fatty acids. It can also be poor hormonal health. Always clean up the diet and remove tobacco, alcohol, coffee, black tea, and sodas. Herbs for Dry…