Important Pre-Step: Whatever treatment path you choose, always ensure you use spanking clean combs and brushes.

Phase 1: Deep Conditioning Treatment

This treatment should be applied at least twice a week for effective results.

1. Prepare the Oil: Measure out 2 tablespoons of linseed oil. Warm the oil slightly so it is comfortably hot (not scalding).

   
   

2. Apply and Massage: Rub the warm linseed oil directly into your scalp. Focus on massaging the oil in deeply to moisturize the skin and break up any dry patches.

   
   

   

3. Activate with Heat: Once the oil is applied, cover your head thoroughly with a towel. Sit under your hair drier for about 30 minutes. The heat helps the oil penetrate deeply into the scalp.

   
   

Phase 2: Cleansing and Rinsing

1. Shampoo Thoroughly: After the 30 minutes are up, shampoo out the oil. Crucially, dry hair needs moisture, so do not use detergent shampoos, as they strip the scalp of the necessary natural oils.

   
   

2. The Essential Finish: Rinse your hair with a mild vinegar and water solution. This natural rinse helps seal the hair and condition the scalp.

Complementary Protein Boost for Dry Hair

Because dry hair often lacks protein, incorporating a protein treatment before you shampoo can help restore health and structure.

How to Apply a Restorative Protein Mask

1. Mix the Ingredients: Combine 2 tablespoons of liquid protein with an oil additive.

   • Option A (Basic Oil Boost): Add 1 teaspoon of avocado oil or any other unsaturated oil.

   • Option B (Lecithin/Egg Yolk Boost): Add 1 tablespoon of lecithin, or alternatively, 3 egg yolks. You can also include an additional oil in this mix.

     
     

2. Deep Penetration: Apply the mixture and leave it in for 1 hour.

   
   

3. Wash and Rinse: Shampoo your hair using a protein shampoo. Finish by rinsing with a vinegar solution.

Natural Remedies for Oily Hair Dandruff

If you determine that your dandruff is due to excessively oily hair (Type 1), which can aggravate acne problems, the following quick-fix treatments are recommended:

• Apple Cider Vinegar Rinse: Mix equal parts of cider vinegar and water. Apply this solution using cotton balls and do not rinse it off.

  
  

• Mint Vinegar Solution: Simmer together 2 teaspoons of mint extract, 4 ounces of vinegar, and 8 ounces of water for 5 minutes. Allow it to cool completely before applying it to the scalp.

  
  

• Rosemary or Nettle Tea Solutions: You can prepare a strengthening rinse by simmering either 2 tablespoons of rosemary in 8 ounces of water for 10 minutes, or 4 tablespoons of nettles in 8 ounces of water for 10 minutes. In both cases, strain the solution before use.