Dandruff is a common condition where flaking dead skin cells appears on your scalp. It usually resembles a yellow/off white flakes on your hair (specifically on the top of your head), and dandruff is natural. We all have some degree of dandruff on our hair because the skin continually sheds dead skin cells as part of its natural renewal process. BUT there are some cases where the amount of dandruff on hair might not be normal anymore and that’s where the anti-dandruff shampoos come in.
There is also something else you should be looking out for… is it actually dandruff or is it dry scalp. Yes, there is a difference. Whilst dandruff is an overgrowth of yeast that has resulted in flakes on your scalp or hair, dry scalp is resulted by the lack of sufficient moisture on the scalp. How to tell the difference? The biggest difference is that dry scalp has smaller and a whiter look of flakes, whilst dandruff is more yellowish and is bigger in size (and dry scalp usually appears during winter due to low humidity).
Now that we have figured the problem out, let’s find a solution. I have gathered shampoos/oils to help with your dandruff or your dry scalp.
Hair with dandruff:
The dove derma care shampoo includes ingredients like pyrithione zinc, which is good for battling against fungal and controlling the growth of yeast. The bottle is 12 oz and it is one of the more affordable options on this list. The shampoo works great and smells good, and it helps relief your itchy head. Not recommended for people with really oily hair.
Briogeo Scalp Revival Exfoliator Charcoal Shampoo, the charcoal in this shampoo helps absorb the excess oil on your hair, it also helps clarify the scalp by removing build-up which gives a clean and refreshed feeling. It is also great for exfoliating and removing the dead skin on your hair and unclog hair follicles. All in all it is a good exfoliator and it comes in different packages and sizes, so you can start by purchasing the smaller one to test the waters.
Shea moisture anti dandruff shampoo has a very good reputation when it comes to shampoos for amazing hair products and this anti dandruff shampoo is no exception. This particular shampoo has an apple cider vinegar formula which is good for clarifying the scalp by removing excess oil and build-up. It helps make the hair stronger and the fair-trade shea butter helps provide hydration to the hair and scalp. And lastly and very obviously, the product helps combat the factors that contribute to dandruff which many customers who have used the product agree.
Nizoral shampoo is an anti-dandruff shampoo that deeply moisturizes, hydrates, and nourishes the hair. One of the ingredients in this shampoo that makes it effective against dandruff is ketoconazole which is known for its antifungal properties and it effectively targets the underlying causes of dandruff such as overgrowth of yeast on the scalp. A lot of customers who bought the product were very satisfied because according to someone “I have pretty bad dandruff and last year it was worse than it had been before. I felt hopeless, my head was always so irritated I needed something to help with my problem! This shampoo has completely omitted dandruff from existing on my scalp I really can’t believe it! Now I can be confident in my hair!”
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-dandruff Shampoo. The shampoo is formulated with a maximum strength concentration of Selenium Sulfide at 1%, a key active ingredient known for its antifungal properties. This ingredient helps combat the overgrowth of yeast on the scalp, addressing the root causes of dandruff. This product is for someone who has a severe issue with dandruff and is specifically designed to control dandruff, reduce flakiness and helps provide relief from scalp irritation.
Hair with Dry scalp:
The tea tree shampoo is designed to deep cleanse and refresh your scalp. It is suitable for all hair types, especially the ones with extra oily hair. Since the shampoo deep cleanses, it removes excess oil and product build-up and since the tree oil is used (which is a type of oil that is very good at giving that fresh and clean look and feel) it makes your hair not only smell nice, but also look nice. Although the shampoo is targeted to oily hair, it’s gentle on all the other types of hairs as well.
The Moroccanoil is a luxurious hair care brand, and they are usually known for creating good quality products for their customers. This product helps alleviate dryness on the scalp, providing relief from itching and discomfort. When using this oil, it is important that you read through the instructions on how to use it. Don’t even sleep on the oil, put some drops on to your hands and gently massage it in your head. Wait for 5-10 minutes and then rinse with shampoo and conditioner for optimal results.
LivSo Moisturizing Scalp Lotion. This specific lotion was made by dermatologists which obviously indicates that they have made a product that we can trust. To further be able to trust this product, it is often promoted as a clinically proven and effective, which suggests that is has undergone testing to demonstrate its efficacy in addressing dry scalp concerns. Livso lotion provides moisture to the hair and the scalp and it promotes a healthier look to the hair. They also emphasize that the product was made by natural ingredients like for example ceramides which not moisturizes really well but also makes your hair very smooth and shiny looking.
Last but not least we have the Briogeo dry shampoo powder. It is a spray that you put on your head and it is suited for those with oily hair and specifically with people whose hair is more on the curly, wavy or coily side. It helps remove excess oil and product build-up from the scalp. This detoxifying action can contribute to a refreshed and revitalized scalp. It uses the ingredient Binchotan charcoal which is good for detoxifying your hair. It can also act in a way like a shampoo in case your hair gets oily often and you don’t want to wash it very often. The product is safe for people who have dyed hair, keratin treated hair, chemically treated and relaxed hair.
It is obviously important to follow the instructions on the shampoo/oil that you do end up buying, as each product is different. It can also help if you are going to be using a shampoo for your dandruff to first brush out the dandruff when your hair is still dry. That way your shampoo can be more effective and giving better results.
You obviously dont need to brush out the dandruff very often (maybe a couple of times a month) and be careful to not brush it too harshly. One more thing that can help you achieve better results is getting a scalp massager brush which not only helps massage your shampoo more deeply into your head but is also good for the circulation and stimulation that it gives to the hair which helps your hair to be overall healthier. And remember, star consistent and don’t give up.
