Showing posts with label recipes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label recipes. Show all posts

Sunday, June 15, 2014

10 effective recipes for dealing with dandruff

 Dandruff in the hair is very common problem for all people. Except for the hair, it can also appear on the chin, nose, eyebrows, behind the ears and on the neck. Cause of the dandruff is the fungus Pityrosporum ovale, which is as natural inhabitant of the skin, almost impossible to completely eradicate. However, you can try some of these homemade recipes.


1. Olive oil

You can get rid of dandruff with the help of olive oil. Olive oil is one of the most respected home remedies for dandruff. Apply lukewarm olive oil on the scalp in a circular motion, before going to bed. Rinse your hair with mild shampoo in the morning.

  

2.  Lemon juice and coconut oil

Mix one tablespoon of lemon juice with five tablespoons of coconut oil. Apply to the skin to get rid of dandruff. Lemon juice is a natural cure for dandruff. There is a myth that lemon juice can lead to gray hair. However, this is not true. Leave this medication on the skin for 20 to 30 minutes, then wash with shampoo.

  

3.  Vinegar

Vinegar is very effective in treating dandruff. There are several ways that you can use to prevent dandruff. You can massage the scalp with vinegar five to seven minutes. Apple cider vinegar will help you get rid of dead skin cells, which are responsible for the clogging of the hair follicles, leading to dandruff.

4.  Baking soda

You can add one tablespoon of baking soda in the shampoo to remove dandruff.

 

5.  Eggs for removing dandruff

Beat two eggs and apply it on your skin and rinse off after one hour. Egg helps to treat dandruff and hair loss. The egg acts as a good conditioner for dry hair and gives it shine.

6. Aloe vera

Application of Aloe Vera's gel on the skin removes dandruff. Leave it to act on the scalp for 15 minutes. Aloe vera is a natural remedy, and repairs damaged skin and fights against dandruff.

7.  Yogurt

The good bacteria in yogurt can help in the fight against fungi that cause the formation of dandruff. Spread yogurt scalp and leave on for ten to fifteen minutes. In the last rinse can use two teaspoons of vinegar. After that, rinse hair with a minimal amount of mild shampoo.

8.  Essential oil of cedar

Essential oil of cedar is often used as an antibacterial agent or a fungicide, and is also effective against dandruff. All you have to do is mix the essential oil of cedarwood (seven drops), spruce (ten drops) and cypress (ten drops). The resulting mixture rub the scalp and leave on for an hour. Rinse hair with a mild shampoo.

 

9.  Tea tree oil

Tea tree oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, and therefore is used in solving the problem of dandruff. Seven drops of oil, mix one tablespoon of olive oil and then the resultant mixture, apply on the scalp. Let it act overnight and rinse the hair in the morning. Also, you can put a few drops of oil in the shampoo you normally use.

10.  Canadian barberry

Canadian Barberry may help in removing the fungus Pityrosporum ovale which causes dandruff. Two teaspoons chopped roots Canadian barberry pour over with half a pint of boiling water and, after cooling, wash your scalp with it. Also, you can add a few drops of Canadian barberry tincture in shampoo.

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

6 Recipes For Homemade Mouthwash

If you want to have healthy teeth and nice fresh breath, then it's not enough just to brush your teeth every morning and evening. You need to use mouthwash. I bring you in this article 6 recipes for homemade mouthwash!


What's causing bad breath (halitosis)?
Although it is largely caused by poor oral hygiene, it may be caused by various diseases, so the first step is to discover its true cause. The easiest curable form of halitosis is the "morning breath", which is caused by reduced amount of saliva during the night and disappears by washing bacteria with morning brushing.
In addition to poor oral hygiene, halitosis may beeci caused by gum disease, fungal and bacterial infections of the mouth, throat infections, infections of nose and lungs, improper diet and fasting, gastrointestinal disorders, acid reflux, the presence of pathogenic bacteria in the large intestine, diabetes, various liver and kidney disease, alcoholism, stress and smoking.



Foods and drinks that make your breath smell bad

  • white and red onions
  • some dairy products (such as cheese)
  • meat
  • dried fruit
  • chocolate
  • coffee
  • alcoholic beverages

How to use mouthwash

If you're wondering when you have to use mouthwash, before or after brushing, the answer is - after brushing. Also, you can use mouthwash after every meal, to clean food remains and freshen your breath. After meal, it's better to use mouthwash than brushing your teeth. It's not good to brush your teeth shortly after meal, because brushing can enable acid to enter deeper into your teeth, allowing corrosion to perform much faster.
So, it's better to use mouthwash after meal. Or if you are so eager to brush your teeth after every meal, wait at least one hour after meal, when is safe to use toothbrush.

How often should I use mouthwash?

You should use mouthwash every day after brushing your teeth, and preferably after meals. 


 

Homemade mouthwash recipes



Homemade mouthwash with honey and lemon

- ½ tablespoons of cinnamon powder
- 1
½ tablespoon honey
- ½ tablespoons of baking soda
- 2 cups of hot water
- 2 lemons

Preparation:
1.Add honey in warm water and stir over low heat until melted (optional make sure the water does not boil), then add the baking soda, cinnamon and lemon at the end.  


2. Pour the mixture into a glass vial and mix well.

3. For fresh breath use
mouthwash in the morning after brushing your teeth. Gargle two tablespoons for about 2 minutes and then spit.



Homemade mouthwash with garden plants

- 2 tablespoons parsley  
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint  
- 240 ml of water  
- 15 ml vodka

Put all in a blender for about 2 minutes. Strain. Do not swallow!


Homemade mouthwash with peppermint

- 180 ml of water  
- 60 ml of vodka  
- 4 teaspoons of glycerin  
- 1 teaspoon of aloe vera gel  
- 10-15 drops of essential oil of peppermint

Boil water and vodka, add aloe vera gel and glycerin, cool down and add the essential oil. Mix well. Pour into a bottle. Do not swallow!




Homemade cinnamon mouthwash 

Boil water on medium heat.
Remove the pan from the heat, stir in a teaspoon of cloves, ground cinnamon, peppermint extract and fresh parsley. Let it soak for ten minutes, then strain and discard the debris from the strainer.
Made fluid pour gently into a clean bottle and store in the fridge without a limited shelf life. Use daily.


Homemade mouthwash with mint and rosemary

- 70ml water
- A tablespoon of seeds of anise, mint and rosemary leaves

Pour hot water over ingredients and let soak for 24 hours. Strain the liquid and pour into a bottle and store in a dry place or in the refrigerator.



Homemade mouthwash with apple vinegar


- 240 milliliters of water
- Two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar

Pour these two ingredients into a glass vial and mix well before use.


 

WARNING: All of these recipes contain more or less strong spices and essential oils that are toxic if ingested. Before any use, make sure if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.

 
So, here you have 6 recipes for homemade mouthwash that will make your breath fresh and your teeth healthy!