Speaking of, what causes dandruff? The most common answer you might hear is “a dry scalp,” which is actually a symptom, rather than the cause. That title goes to Malassezia globosa, a microbe that naturally occurs on our scalp. While half the world never has to think of Malassezia globosa, for the other dandruff-experiencing half of us, it's all too apparent. For us, the microbe feeds on scalp sebum, which sets off a chain reaction: the oleic acid causes scalp irritation in the form of inflammation, itching, and redness, which then causes the body to shed skin cells more rapidly as a measure against the irritant, resulting in dandruff.

Dandruff is a common experience, with a significant proportion of people experiencing its trademark flakes and figuring out how to balance the condition of their scalps. Because of this, there’s no shortage of anti-dandruff shampoos out there today, and one of the best is likely sitting on the shelf of your local drugstore. I was concerned the conditioning aspect would leave my hair feeling too heavy for any product to take hold, but as I ran my usual clay through, I actually think it may have worked better (which I could take to mean that I should’ve been conditioning all along, but that’s a topic best saved for another article). Head & Shoulders Deep Cleanse Anti-Dandruff Shampoo provides our deepest clean. This oil control shampoo, infused with citrus, is specifically formulated to go deep into scalp pores to fight oil, flakes and itch, providing a thorough clean feeling and up to 100% dandruff free.** Its formula is silicones free, pH balanced and boosted with antioxidants. I don’t experience full-time dandruff, per se, but when the weather gets cold and dry, after a few days’ worth of swimming, or in the dead of summer, when the heat and humidity are at their worst, I find myself brushing off my shoulder more often than I’d like. And every year I do the same thing: consider it a seasonal affliction and put off doing anything about it… until the inevitable day rolls around when someone else notices and says something. Then I’m forced to admit I get dandruff and begin a week of hat wearing while the smelly, moisture-sapping treatment I end up opting for does its thing. What makes Head & Shoulders Classic Clean Shampoo and Conditioner stand out for me comes down to three things it doesn’t do: smell gross and medicinal (coal tar may be effective, but is a known carcinogen and the smell isn’t going to make you any new friends), weigh down your hair, or leave it feeling dry and brittle (and therefore a nightmare for styling products). What it does do is leave your hair feeling clean, soft, and certifiably flake-free.Head and Shoulders Classic Shampoo and Conditioner has an opaque, slightly green color, like liquid jade, and forms a lively lather that feels sort of emollient. The fragrance is what you’d expect from a drugstore shampoo: a floral, soapy blend that lingers for a bit, but definitely an improvement over the other options in the dandruff category. I left it on for a minute or so while gently massaging my scalp, then rinsed it out. Afterwards, my hair felt great: soft, definitely conditioned, but not greasy or laden with residue. Dermatologically tested, ph balanced and boosted with antioxidants for gentle care of hair and scalp Up to 72h dandruff dryness itch protection (visible flakes, with regular use) (due to dandruff) Targets dandruff root cause for up to 100% flake-free, clinically proven (with regular use) Dermatologically tested, pH balanced and boosted with antioxidants for gentle care of scalp and hair Classic Clean Anti Dandruff 2in1 cleans your hair while keeping it fresh and beautifully moisturised Better together, use with H&S conditioner that deeply moisturizes hair and scalp for beautiful hair Worlds Number 1 Shampoo Brand (P&G calculation based on shampoo category yearly external sale) Good for the planet: Recyclable bottle (excluding cap and depending on recycling facilities) Did you know dry scalp needs more than just moisture? Head & Shoulders DERMAXPRO Anti-Dandruff collection for dry scalp helps reinforce your natural skin barrier and restores your scalp’s natural balance. Our formula is enriched with skincare ingredients: active aloe, cactus extract & vitamin E and is powered by a clinically proven active ingredient: piroctone olamine. The result? A moisturised, flake free scalp (visible flakes, with regular use). To bring your scalp hydration to the next level, try the Head & Shoulders DERMAXPRO Scalp Balm, replenishing your scalp to relieve it from dryness and flakes for 72h of lasting hydration when used with DERMAXPRO Anti Dandruff Shampoo.

Head & Shoulders Classic Clean anti dandruff Shampoo deeply cleans your hair while keeping it fresh and beautifully moisturised. The advanced Derma&Pure formula effectively fights dry, oily and Itchy scalp to Stop dandruff before it even shows. Classic Clean Shampoo is designed to give you beautifully moisturised hair and scalp that is up to 100% flake free (visible flakes, with regular use). Potential allergens: Contains a few ingredients, including sulfates, methylchloroisothiazolinone, and methylisothiazolinone, that may cause skin irritation.Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Citrate, Parfum, Piroctone Olamine, Dimethiconol, Sodium Benzoate, Dimethicone, Citric Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Trideceth-10, Sodium Salicylate, Polyquaternium-76, Triethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, Benzyl Alcohol, CI 42090, CI 17200 ANTI-DANDRUFF SHAMPOO BARS (1 BAR= UP TO 2 SHAMPOO BOTTLES) INTRODUCING HEAD & SHOULDERS SCALP MASSAGING SHAMPOO BAR.