Apple cider vinegar for dandruff: Does it work?
People associate apple cider vinegar with many health benefits, including getting rid of dandruff. However, does it work?
Many individuals choose natural remedies instead of over-the-counter medication to treat numerous health problems, including congestion, nausea, and acne.
Apple cider vinegar is the main component in a variety of natural remedies due to its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
Apple cider vinegar may help relieve scalp conditions, including flaking, persistent itching, and dandruff.
In this article, we examine the evidence for using apple cider vinegar to treat dandruff. We also look at how to use apple cider vinegar and any risks and side effects.
Apple cider vinegar is made from fermented apple juice.
Apple cider vinegar is said to help relieve dandruff symptoms by rebalancing the scalp’s natural pH levels. People also think it prevents the growth of fungi that contribute to dry, itchy skin.
Support for using apple cider vinegar for the skin mostly comes from personal anecdotes. No high quality research studies support these claims.
However, a few studies provide evidence that apple cider vinegar may offer the following benefits that could help reduce dandruff symptoms:
Balancing the scalp’s pH levels
The ideal pH of the scalp is approximately 5.5, which is slightly acidic.
Water has a neutral pH of 7.0 while substances that have pH values higher than 7.0 are alkaline.
Many commercial shampoos, including those that manufacturers describe as anti-dandruff products, have pH levels higher than 5.5.
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