How to Apply Lemon on Hair for Dandruff

Find out how to apply lemon on hair for dandruff as a natural treatment for quick relief!

Lemon is one of the natural remedies you can use to fight dandruff. It works because it is a natural cleanser, astringent and disinfecting substance. This means it cleanses the scalp, removes excess & stale oils and kills germs & irritants on the scalp. Using lemons on your hair also exfoliates the scalp which reduces flaky skin and dandruff!

How to Apply Lemon on Hair for Dandruff

There are several ways to apply lemon on your hair for dandruff! In this post, I want to share 5 effective ways:

1. Directly on your Scalp

What you need

• Half a lemon

Directions

1. Rub half a lemon all over your scalp for 2 minutes.
2. Leave it on for about 30-60 minutes.
3. Wash your hair as usual.

2. With a Toothbrush

What you need

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp water
• Clean toothbrush
• Small bowl

Directions

1. Squeeze a lemon into a small bowl to collect about one tbsp. Then add 2 tsp of water and mix well.
2. Now get a toothbrush, dip it into the solution and start systematically brushing it all over your scalp.
3. When all areas of your scalp are covered, wait for 30-60 minutes then wash your hair as usual.

3. Egg White Lemon Hair Mask

See my DIY Egg White Lemon Hair Mask that has dandruff-fighting properties! It also has other benefits: it’s good for reducing excess oils on hair and it makes hair shiny!

4. Lemon Hair Spray

What you need

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ cup of filtered water
• Spray bottle

Directions

1. Squeeze out 1 tbsp of lemon juice into a cup then add ¼ cup filtered water.
2. Pour the solution into a spray bottle. Store in a cool dry place and use within 5 days.
3. Spray onto your scalp throughout the day or three times a day or, an hour before your shower.
4. Use 1-2 times a week.

5. Lemon Yogurt Hair Mask

What you need

• 1 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tbsp thick yogurt
• Small bowl

Directions

1. Into a small bowl, squeeze in 1 tsp lemon juice and pour 2 tbsp yogurt.
2. Apply it onto your whole scalp, tie your hair up and cover with a shower cap.
3. Let it sit for about 30 minutes then rinse off well. Wash your with shampoo, preferably with a natural sulfate-free shampoo.
4. Use 1-2 times a week.

I hope you’ve got ideas on how to apply lemon on your hair for dandruff!