Constantly fighting flakes off your shoulders and searching for the ‘best anti-dandruff shampoos’ out there? We’ve all been there and while medically, dandruff isn’t much to worry about, it can surely be embarrassing. What can anti-dandruff shampoos do for you? Finally let you embrace your hair truly, for one. First let’s understand what causes it – it can be a combination of fungal growth on the scalp and inflammation that collectively results in flaking and itching. That’s why dandruff tends to flare up more during certain seasons. The best anti-dandruff shampoos recommended by dermatologists are those with anti-fungal ingredients like pyrithione zinc and the best way to make these work – let them sit on your scalp for a few minutes before gently rinsing them off to really get the job done.
Meet the experts
- Dr. Varshini Reddy is Hyderabad and Chennai -based cosmetic dermatologist (M.D.DVL). Founder of Glow Clinic
- Dr. Geetika Mittal Gupta is Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore-based aesthetic physician and medical director of Isaac Luxe.
- Dr. Harshana Bijlani is a Mumbai-based medical head at Ageless Clinic.
- Dr. Manjit Tahilani is a Mumbai-based dermatologist with expertise in clinical and aesthetic dermatology.
- Dr. Jaishree Sharad is a Mumbai-based Board Certified Cosmetic Dermatologist, author and International trainer for aesthetic procedures and the only Indian Board Director of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology.
- Dr. Kiran Sethi is a New Delhi-based integrative physician with both dermatology and cosmetic formulation degrees and experience, author of Skin Sense and founder of Isya Aesthetics.
- Dr. Pooja Talera is a Pune-based cosmetic dermatologist and aesthetic medicine expert (MBBS, DPD). Founder at KOSA Wellbeing.
Recommended by: Dr Geetika Mittal Gupta
The Neutriderm Anti-Dandruff Shampoo has a rich lather and prevents the tangling of hair. It makes your hair soft, leaves the scalp clean as it strips away excess sebum, and cleanses dandruff flakes.
Recommended by: Dr Varshini Reddy
People often complain about dryness related with anti-dandruff shampoos, IPCA Keraglo AD Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is a non-drying ketoconazole-based shampoo that is effective on dandruff but gentle on the scalp, can we argue with this combination?
Recommended by: Dr Kiran Sethi
Isispharma ILCAPIL KR Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is a gentle shampoo that reduces oil secretion with salicylic acid and niacinamide while battling dandruff with piroctone olamine and zinc PCA. This cocktail of ingredients fight dandruff like a pro, but might be better suited for oily scalp.
Recommended by: Dr Jaishree Sharad
This anti-dandruff shampoo contains zinc pyrithione and salicylic acid, which help to cleanse thoroughly, eliminate persistent dandruff and soothe the scalp.
Recommended by: Dr Pooja Talera
Are you suffering with sticky dandruff? Ducray Squanorm Anti-Dandruff Treatment Shampoo helps with sticky dandruff, and regulates oil production whilst keep the scalp soothed.
Recommended by: Dr Harshana Bijlani
FCL T-Shampoo Anti Dandruff is a sulphate-free shampoo with the perfect combination of salicylic acid and tea tree which helps bust persistent dandruff, while its soothing agents prevent over-drying of the scalp. It also helps in psoriasis.
Selsun Selenium Sulfide Topical Suspension USP
Recommended by: Dr Manjit Tahilani
This anti-dandruff shampoo has anti-seborrheic properties, cytostatic effect on the follicular epithelium, and reduces Malassezia colonies. Basically, it works as an effective medication to stop the growth of yeast on your scalp while also cleansing it swiftly, it's a win-win.
Vogue's beauty editor approved recommendations:
L'occitane Anti Dandruff Shampoo
This soothing shampoo by L'occitane helps soothe and hydrate the scalp, preventing flakiness and itching.
Justhuman Probiotic Anti Dandruff Shampoo
With anti inflammatory properties, this unique blend by Justhuman works towards restoring and balancing the natural microbiome of the scalp.
Sebamed Anti Dandruff Shampoo
Formulated for those with a sensitive scalp, this formula by Sebamed helps control excess sebum while also keeping the hair smooth and soft.
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