There are many natural dandruff remedies you’ll find online, but they probably won’t be effective. Discover why.
Thanks to the internet, you’re now awash with opinions on how to treat dandruff, including home remedies.
The fact is that the right dandruff treatment is one that tackles the root cause. In this case, the triggers for dandruff are the irritating substances produced by a common scalp microbe called Malassezia globosa.
Dandruff is incredibly common, with 1 in 2 people susceptible to the scalp irritation and flakes that we associate with dandruff.
Here are some common dandruff home remedies you’ve probably seen online:
- Coconut oil
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Baking soda
- Mouthwash
- Vodka
- Apple cider vinegar
- Eucalyptus
- Aspirin
- Neem leaves
Do these natural remedies get rid of dandruff? So far, the answer is no. Numerous regulatory bodies around the world, including the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), have evaluated the effectiveness of many different anti-dandruff ingredients.
At this stage, no home remedies have been proven to be as effective as an anti-dandruff shampoo.
A range of international regulatory bodies have tested, evaluated, and verified that the following components tackle dandruff, and are found in anti-dandruff shampoos:
- Climbazole
- Coal tar
- Ketoconazole
- Pyrithione zinc
- Salicylic acid
- Selenium sulfide
- Sulfur
While each of these helps tackle dandruff, they vary in their effectiveness and how enjoyable they are to use.
Pyrithione zinc is the main active ingredient in Head & Shoulders shampoos. Our formula uses a unique form of this component, which is clinically proven to prevent dandruff. It has been subjected to over 200 tests, making it the most tested shampoo on the market.
Not only that, but our shampoos and conditioners contain the best elements of leading beauty hair care products. They leave hair dandruff-free¹ and feeling, looking, and smelling great.
Our Classic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo is great for all hair types, relieving an itchy scalp and eliminating dandruff flakes.
Instead of leaving your hair smelling of vinegar or alcohol, like some dandruff home remedies, use our Green Apple Shampoo.
More information about dandruff
¹Visible flakes, with regular use
