6 Natural Ways To Wash Your Hair Without Shampoo

By Yashika Goel
07 May 2025, 12:00 IST

Chemical and paraben-filled shampoos can damage your hair and cause excessive hair fall. Use natural home remedies to manage scalp pH balance. Tap to read.

Soap nut (reetha)

Soap nut or reetha, is rich in natural antioxidants and fatty acids, which help cleanse your scalp. It also reduces dandruff.

Shikakai

Shikakai is a herbal cleanser that helps cleanse the scalp. It is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which control dandruff.

Multani mitti

Multani mitti or fuller’s earth, helps clean excess oil and sebum from the scalp. It is rich in antioxidants, which help pH balance.

Coconut milk

Coconut milk is rich in fatty acids, which nourish the hair scalp. It helps keep hair soft and shiny and reduces irritation.

Gram flour

Gram flour is rich in zinc and folic acid, which helps strengthen hair follicles. It is rich in natural protein, which increases hair thickness.

Curd

Apply curd for an hour and wash it off. Curd helps moisturise your hair and reduces dandruff. Use it 2-3 times a week.

Information credits

This information is taken from the trusted health website, Healthline. However, it is always advisable to do a proper patch test before applying it to your scalp directly.