Anti-dandruff shampoos are indicated for treating dandruff when it is present, and are not necessary when it is already under control.
These shampoos have ingredients that refresh the scalp and reduce oiliness in this region, making them great for eliminating dandruff and the itching it causes.
However, it is important that a dermatologist is consulted before starting to use the shampoo, as this will allow a more detailed assessment of the scalp and be recommended the best shampoo to combat dandruff.
Industrialized shampoos
Some great examples of anti-dandruff shampoos are:
- Shampoo anticaspa Clear;
- Shampoo anticaspa medicasp;
- Shampoo anticaspa da Vichy;
- O Boticário anti-dandruff shampoo;
- Shampoo anticaspa cetoconazol;
- Shampoo Tarflex.
Shampoo should be used daily or every time you wash your hair. You must leave the shampoo to act for at least 2 minutes and then rinse and apply a conditioner, along the length of your hair to the ends.
Those with dry or damaged hair can use these shampoos only on the roots of the hair and do not rub along the length of the hair, allowing only the foam to pass through this part of the hair. This will be enough to deeply clean the roots without damaging the length of the hair.
To make your hair softer and silkier, you can use a mask, massage cream or conditioner on the length of your hair, leaving a distance of about 3 or 4 fingers from the root.
Natural options
There are natural shampoos prepared with specific herbs that help control dandruff naturally. These can be purchased online or in health food stores and some pharmacies, but they are generally more expensive than industrialized ones. However, you can buy the ingredients in these stores and prepare your shampoo at home, which is more economical.
Eucalyptus, lavender and tea tree shampoo
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon of cider vinegar;
- 60 ml of mild natural shampoo;
- 60 ml of water;
- 15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil;
- 15 drops of lavender essential oil;
- 10 drops of tea tree essential oil.
Preparation mode
Mix all ingredients well and shake well before use. You can find these ingredients in health food stores or in some compounding pharmacies. To use this shampoo, put a small amount in your hand and mix it with a little water and then apply it to the roots of your hair, rubbing gently. Let the product act for 2 minutes and then rinse with cold water.
Celery water
Another possibility is to wash your hair once a week with a tea prepared with celery, as it also helps control the oiliness of the scalp, combating dandruff naturally.
How to prepare: boil 1 liter of water with 1 stalk of celery cut into slices and leave on the fire for 5 to 10 minutes. You should then strain this mixture, discarding the chopped celery, and store the liquid part in a plastic or glass container to use whenever you wash your head. In this case, you should wash your head normally and finally pour some of this water on your scalp.
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