We don't call the hair our crowning glory for nothing. An awesome hairdo can do wonders for our appearance not to mention our self-confidence.
What can you read in this article?
- What is dandruff?
- How to get rid of dandruff
- What to look for in an anti-dandruff shampoo
- Top 7 anti-dandruff shampoo
It doesn't matter if you have long locks, medium-length hair, or a short 'do. As long as you feel great in your hairstyle, it can look good on you, too. But do you know what can dampen your hair confidence? Dandruff!
Yes, those itchy, white flakes can be a source of embarrassment regardless of whether you're a boy or girl. But what is dandruff anyway, and how do you get it?
What is dandruff?
According to the Mayo Clinic, dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. It causes the skin of the scalp to flake that's why it can be itchy. It is a common condition that affects both men and women alike, but it is not contagious.
There are several causes of dandruff, which the same article cites as the following:
- dry skin
- irritated skin
- Malassezia or a fungus that feeds on scalp oils
- contact dermatitis
- psoriasis, eczema, and other skin conditions
How to get rid of dandruff
If your dandruff is severe, it's best to get the help of a healthcare professional. This will ensure that there's no underlying condition that could be causing your dandruff. If there are other factors causing your stress, your doctor can help you come up with a treatment plan.
Otherwise, a medicated shampoo can help. Medical News Today suggests you look for the following ingredients when you purchase your anti-dandruff shampoo. Most of them have at least one of these to help address your dandruff woes.
- ketoconazole - a known antifungal ingredient
- selenium sulfide - has antifungal properties, too
- zinc pyrithione - inhibits the growth of yeast
- salicylic acid - aids in removing excess skin cells
- tea-tree oil - a versatile ingredient that has antifungal and antibacterial attributes
What to look for in an anti-dandruff shampoo
There are different anti-dandruff shampoos you can buy online. Here are some characteristics you can look into before clicking the 'buy now' button.
- features - What ingredients does it contain? Does the shampoo have other attributes you'll want to know about?
- benefits - How does it get rid of your dandruff? Are there other advantages to using this product?
- price - How much would it set you back to buy a bottle?
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Top 7 anti-dandruff shampoo
Selsun Blue Pro-X Anti-Dandruff Shamppo
You may glean from its name that this shampoo contains one of the anti-dandruff ingredients we've indicated above. Yes, it uses selenium sulfide to keep those itchy flakes from your hair. Aside from buying online, you can also find this in various drugstores nationwide.
What we like
- features
- has selenium sulfide, menthol, and french honey
- benefits
- helps control dandruff flaking and itching
- moisturizes the hair to keep it soft and manageable
- soothes itchy scalp
- price
Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo
Neutrogena is a popular skincare brand, and here it is with its anti-dandruff offering. What it has is coal tar, a natural antifungal ingredient. Neutrogena is confident about its product as it states that it "starts working after just one use."
What we like
- features
- dermatologist-recommended
- long-lasting relief of itching and flaking
- can be used by those with dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis
- has coal tar 0.5%
- benefits
- controls the symptoms of dandruff
- gentle on the scalp
- controls the itch and flaky scalp
- price
Fresh Hairlab Mint & Tea Tree Serum Shampoo
Although not as popular as the other products on this list, this one from Fresh Hairlab is said to be formulated with TheraSmooth Complex to help you with your dandruff concerns. What this also means is that aside from getting rid of your dandruff, it also leaves your hair tangle-free and non-sticky.
What we like
- features
- has a double boost of zinc
- enriched with tea tree
- benefits
- nourishes the scalp
- protects it against drying and becoming itchy
- controls dandruff
- price
Dermazole Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Dermazole's main ingredient is Ketoconozale. This is an antifungal and anti-dandruff shampoo that helps treat skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff, and tinea versicolor. The good thing about it is that ketoconazole slows the growth of infection-causing fungi.
What we like
- features
- contains antifungal ingredient ketoconazole
- benefits
- controls flaking and scaling of the scalp
- relieves scalp itching
- slows down the growth of inflammation-causing fungi
- price
The Body Shop Ginger Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Good news, Body Shop fans. They also have an anti-dandruff shampoo. What sets this apart from the shampoos on this list is its main ingredient, ginger. It is blended with ginger essential oil from Sri Lanka, which helps it clear loose flakes and soothe the scalp.
What we like
- features
- has ginger essential oil, birch bark, white willow extracts, and Community Trade honey
- benefits
- for dry/flaky scalp
- makes hair stronger
- soothes and rebalances the scalp
- price
Sebamed Anti Dandruff shampoo
You can easily find this Sebamed shampoo in Watsons and other drugstores in the country. Of course, you can purchase it online as well. Sebamed is known for its soap and alkali-free formulation. It also credits the piroctone olamine for relieving the irritation caused by dandruff.
What we like
- features
- soap and alkali-free
- pH 5.5 for healthy hair and scalp
- benefits
- brings back the scalp's natural balance to get rid of dandruff
- gently cleanses the scalp and removes visible signs of dandruff
- price
Zenutrients Tea Tree Scalp Treatment Shampoo
This is one of the brand's bestsellers. It's mild enough that the brand says it's safe enough for children 5 and above to use. It also unclogs the hair and cleans the scalp while fighting dandruff.
What we like
- features
- has tea tree oil, a known antifungal and antibacterial ingredient
- benefits
- restores the hair's balance
- unclogs and soothes the scalp, fights flakes
- price
