While the rains are a relief from the scorching summers, in a humid city like Mumbai, it most often translates to hair problems. "Owing to the excess humidity, a common complaint during this time is frizziness," says hair-care expert Sareena Acharya, artistic head at Enrich chain of salons. Acharya adds that the monsoon also calls for scalp concerns and hairfall. "Dandruff is caused as the scalp doesn't dry easily. Even if you're not stepping out, the humidity, dampness, sweat and dirt leads to dandruff and itchiness. The pores get clogged, leading to hairfall," she explains, recommending a few tips to take care of these troubles at home.

Cleanse: Wash your hair every alternate day; apply a serum and blast-dry it on low heat. It's important to keep the scalp clean. You can also use cleansing agents from the kitchen to take care of dandruff and dry scalp. Apply lemon juice and honey on the scalp in a 1:1 ratio. Massage it, leave it for five to seven minutes, and then rinse it off with cold or lukewarm water.