Find The Best Anti Dandruff Shampoo On The Market
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Dandruff is a far more common ailment than you might think. It’s one of those things that you probably think are unique to you, when in reality it’s simply something that people just don’t talk about as much as they should.
Rather than shying away from the problem, I decided to develop some solutions.
Are you tired of feeling self conscious about dandruff, and tired of cycling through product after product to try and combat the flakes? Do you limit your wardrobe as a means of hiding potential dandruff overflow?
Here are 5 dandruff shampoo products worth a look, plus what to check on the label.
The NHS suggests choosing a shampoo with an active ingredient such as ketoconazole, coal tar or salicylic acid. Zinc pyrithione and selenium sulfide are other common options. Give a shampoo up to 4 weeks, and try another type if it doesn't help.
Head and Shoulders Clinical Strength Dandruff and Seborrehic Dermatitis Shampoo
Head and Shoulders Clinical Strength uses selenium sulfide, one of the standard over-the-counter dandruff ingredients. It's a good first choice if a regular dandruff shampoo hasn't been enough.
It targets the flaking and itching that come with dandruff, and it's formulated to leave hair soft rather than stripped.
Follow the label directions, including how long to leave it on before rinsing.
Tea Tree Oil Shampoo and Hair Conditioner Set – Maple Holistics
This shampoo and conditioner set relies on tea tree oil and other essential oils instead of a standard medicated ingredient.
Some people with mild flaking like it, but the evidence for tea tree oil is weaker than for ingredients like ketoconazole. Tea tree oil can also cause allergic skin reactions in some people.
If flakes don't improve within a few weeks, switch to a medicated shampoo.
Anti Dandruff Shampoo for Kids
This plant-based shampoo by Honeydew is marketed for kids, with lavender and other essential oils for scent.
"Natural" doesn't guarantee a product is safe for every child. Lavender and tea tree oils can irritate skin, and NCI notes a few reports of breast growth in young boys after long-term skin use of these oils.
Flaky scalps in babies and young children are often cradle cap or another skin condition, so ask your child's doctor before treating it.
Dove Men+Care 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner
Dove Men+Care 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner is an easy everyday option for men with mild dandruff.
Its anti-dandruff versions use pyrithione zinc, a standard dandruff ingredient. Some versions also add caffeine, but there isn't good evidence that a shampoo can thicken hair or stop hair loss.
Suave Men 2 in 1 Shampoo and Conditioner
Suave for men is my final recommendation in the fight against dandruff. Another 2-in-1 formula, Suave can be used as an every day preventative measure against dandruff.
The non-harsh formula is suitable as an every day shampoo, but is a worthwhile contender in the fight against dandruff.
Check the label for an active anti-dandruff ingredient such as pyrithione zinc. It's a budget-friendly pick for keeping mild flaking under control.
Though dandruff difficulties may not be a topic that is openly discussed, I can promise you that you are not alone in your search for a solution.
Dandruff is common and harmless, and a medicated shampoo usually keeps it under control. It tends to come back if you stop, so many people keep using one a few times a week.
See a doctor if flakes don't improve after 4 weeks of an anti-dandruff shampoo, your scalp is red, swollen or very itchy, or you get flaky patches on your face or body.
Sources
- Dandruff, NHS
- Aromatherapy and Essential Oils (PDQ), Patient Version, National Cancer Institute
