The Body Shop Ginger Anti Dandruff Shampoo, Green, Honey, 400 ml

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Draelos ZD, et al. (2005). A comparison of hair quality and cosmetic acceptance following the use of two anti-dandruff shampoos. Our shampoo bar for dry, itchy, flaky scalps is sulphate-free and made with 93% natural-origin ingredients, including ginger essential oil, birch bark and white willow bark extracts, and helps to fight loose flakes and leave scalps feeling soothed from dryness.

Gaboardi suggests using scalp treatments, such as a scalp scrub, to prevent build up which can cause dandruff. To prevent dandruff don't overuse things like scrubs or clarifying shampoos as this can mess with the natural oils in the scalp. With only one active ingredient, the gentle but ever more popular Piroctone Olamine, this is a tried and tested shampoo to help control dandruff caused by seb derm. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Barak-Shinar D, et al. (2018). Scalp seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff therapy using a herbal and zinc pyrithione-based therapy of shampoo and scalp lotion.Named Best Shampoo for sensitive and flaky scalps by top dermatologists and hairstylists, as seen on The Today Show. Aqua • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Cocamide DEA • Polyquaternium-22 • Sodium Chloride • DMDM Hydantoain • Parfum • Hydrolyzed Collagen • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Salicylic Acid • Zingiber Officinale Extract • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • CI 19140 • Citral • Benzyl Salicylate • Hexyl Cinnamal Now vegan and made with ingredients of natural origin, including ginger essential oil and birch bark and white willow bark extracts, our shampoo helps wash away loose flakes, leaves dry scalps feeling soothed and rebalanced.

Dandruff is usually caused by an imbalance on the scalp, whether that is triggered by stress or hormonal imbalances. The scalp is similar to the skin on our face, and when there is an imbalance, it gets inflamed. On the scalp this shows up as itchiness, dead skin cells and flakes. What is the best way to look after hair with dandruff? Our anti-dandruff shampoo also comes in bottles made with 100% recycled plastic, including Community Fair Trade recycled plastic collected off the streets of Bengaluru, India, so it does good for your do and your planet.** A 1% piroctone olamine anti-dandruff shampoo can immediately induce a significant reduction in scaling and yeast colonization which continues to persist for up to 3 days. This study also found in comparison to other anti-dandruff actives piroctone olamine anti-dandruff shampoos benefited most from a 5-minute leave on period. That said, if there’s no improvement after about a month, it’s probably time to see a doctor, who may prescribe a stronger treatment. What should I look for in an anti-dandruff shampoo? The Body Shop’s Ginger Anti-Dandruff Shampoo also contains salicylates which are akin to salicylic acid – like the kind used in the first study we mentioned above.

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In the Men’s Health Lab, we applied artificial sebum to hair switches and used a Sebumeter to measure oil and sebum levels after using the shampoo, to see how effective they were at controlling grease. We also used a Dia-stron instrument to measure the smoothness of the hair after being washed and dried with the product. Made with Vegan Silk Protein, use this pleasantly gingery-scented stuff as part of our 3-step Ginger routine to help repair hair from the inside out and leave dry scalps feeling nourished, happier and healthier.*