7 Best Shampoos for Dry Scalp
Dry and flaky scalp! Something that I absolutely hate but have dealt with since I was in high school. I don’t know what particularly changed in my body chemistry, but it was not good for my scalp. I would wash and condition my hair and within a matter of a day or so, my head would be full of dandruff again. It was very annoying and sometimes embarrassing.
So, like everyone else, I hopped on the web and researched the best shampoos for dry scalp that could help me manage this skin condition. I also spoke to a dermatologist who recommended some shampoos as well. I found some great products from both sources. The two shampoos that have helped me best are the Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo and Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care Shampoo. While I still have occasional itching, my scalp is 10x’s less flaky than it once was. But what works for me may not work for everyone. Because of this, I have compiled a list of the 7 best shampoos for dry scalp that come recommended. The good thing is there’s a shampoo for every budget. Hope this helps my fellow dry scalp gals and guys.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, $15.49, Target
With consistent use, the Nizoral shampoo has made my dandruff manageable. I highly recommend it. Ketoconazole one of the shampoo’s main ingredients is an anti-fungal ingredient that helps reduce the growth of Malassezia which causes dandruff.
Neutrogena T/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo, $7.99, Target
The T/Gel shampoo contains one VERY important dandruff-fighting component: salicylic acid. This can definitely help improve reduce dandruff.
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care Shampoo, $5.99, Target
Who hasn’t heard of Head & Shoulders??? This shampoo helps remove flakes, calm itching, relieve irritation, reduce redness, and fight dryness.
LivSo Moisturizing Shampoo, $19, Amazon
LivSo has a gentle sulfate-free formula and the Xylitol ingredient fights yeast. I personally haven’t tried it but the reviews make it seem promising.
Dove Dermacare Scalp Anti-Dandruff Shampoo, $4.89, Target
Francesca Fusco, M.D., a New York City dermatologist, says Dove Dermacare Shampoo is her #1 recommendation for dry scalp as it contains pyrithione zinc 2%. Dr. Fusco states, “It helps get rid of flakes, irritation, hydrates a dry and/or itchy scalp.”
Rene Furterer Astera Fresh Soothing Freshness Shampoo, $29, Amazon
This lightweight shampoo effectively calms an itchy scalp.
Christophe Robin Purifying Shampoo with Jujube Bark Extract, $29, Christophe Robin
While the Jujube Bark extract found in the Christophe Robin Shampoo acts as an anti-dandruff agent, the Cherry Flower extract moisturizes and soothes the scalp, which is definitely a plus.