Jawed Habib shares his top tip to remove dandruff using just one ingredient in your shampoo | Health
Updated on: Aug 08, 2025 12:46 pm IST
Celebrity hairstylist Jawed Habib shares a simple dandruff remedy in a recent post. He recommends using alum powder in your shampoo. Know how to use it.
Dandruff and scalp irritation are two of the most common problems people face, occurring when the scalp sheds excess skin or becomes irritated, leading to itching, flakes, and sometimes redness. While these issues may seem minor, they can affect your everyday comfort.
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Jawed Habib’s dandruff hack
In an Instagram post shared on April 1, Jawed Habib, celebrity hairstylist, shared with his followers a hack for fixing dandruff issues. All you need is one ingredient and your trusted shampoo, and you can do it in the comfort of your home.
Per the hairstylist, fitkari or alum powder is the perfect solution for your dandruff problems. Here’s all you need to know about this hack:
Sharing the steps on how to use alum powder in the video, he said, “Dandruff nikal jayegi asani se. Hum log kya karte hain, ye jo mere haath mein shampoo hai, isme mein daalta hun fitkari ka powder. Aur hafte mein ek baar iss se mein baalon ko dho leta hun. Dandruff khatam, scalp ek dum saaf. (Dandruff will go away easily. What do we do? I add alum powder to the shampoo I have in my hands. And I wash my hair with it once a week. Dandruff is gone, and the scalp is completely clean).”
The best way to wash your hair
In an Instagram post shared on July 26, the hairstylist shared the best way to take care of your hair every day, including how to wash your hair and the best way to bring the secrets of traditional Hamams inside your home. He suggested applying oil to wet hair, leaving it for a few minutes, and then washing with any shampoo you prefer. Learn more here.
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
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