9 best anti-dandruff shampoos

Review of the best according to the editorial board. About selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Each of us has encountered dandruff at least once in our life. Some rely on folk recipes, others trust advertising funds, many buy the most expensive drugs on sale. What is dandruff and what are the reasons for its formation? The disease occurs as a result of improper functioning of the sebaceous glands, which is disrupted by fungal infections of the scalp, dermatitis, eczema.

The appearance of dandruff is facilitated by an unbalanced diet, stress, the wrong choice of care products, and oily skin. Very often it can occur in the cold season after prolonged wearing of hats. Also at risk are people over 35 years old, when age-related changes in the work of internal organs and a decrease in immunity begin.

The main symptom of seborrhea is the appearance of small white or yellow scales, which can flake off well or stick firmly on the scalp. The accompanying itching creates discomfort, the person begins to intensively comb the scalp and as a result: redness and the formation of inflammatory foci. Without taking timely measures and not identifying the cause of the disease, intense hair loss can begin.

Choosing an anti-dandruff shampoo

On the one hand, choosing an anti-dandruff drug is not difficult: the shelves offer a wide variety of shampoos of various price categories. On the other hand, how not to make a mistake, not to waste money and get an unwanted effect? Before proceeding with the rating of the best remedies, we will consider a few tips from trichologists that will help you make the right choice and get rid of this problem.

1. Appointment. We choose a remedy depending on whether the treatment of seborrhea or its prevention is required. In the second case, the preparations contain a reduced amount of active components that affect the work of the sebaceous glands. Medication shampoos should be used only with the development of diseases, otherwise it will lead to the opposite effect.
2. Types of shampoos. There are several types of medicinal shampoos: antifungal, exfoliating, antibacterial. It should be remembered that only a specialist can make the correct diagnosis. Only after that you can go to the pharmacy to buy the necessary funds.
3. Composition. The drug should not contain aggressive components that further irritate the scalp and worsen its condition. Some manufacturers sin this by adding cheap chemical ingredients to the composition. A quality shampoo should contain anti-inflammatory and antifungal agents, such as sulfur, zinc, tar, salicylic acid.
4. Smell. An important factor when choosing. Even if it is difficult for you to understand the composition of the preparation, the rich aroma will tell you that the shampoo contains perfumed fragrances. A subtle, pleasant herbal smell indicates the content of decoctions of medicinal plants: nettle, dandelion, sage.

Rating of the best anti-dandruff shampoos

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive anti-dandruff shampoos	1	Estel Otium Unique Shampoo	475 RUB
	2	Planeta Organica against dandruff	112 RUB
	3	Green mama Dandruff Antistress with Seaweed	337 r
The best anti-dandruff shampoos in terms of price – quality ratio	1	Schwarzkopf Professional BC Scalp Therapy Dandruff Control Shampoo	RUB 616
	2	Anti-dandruff shampoo Neobio	RUB 519
	3	Israeli anti-dandruff shampoo with Careline micro-silk	RUB 790
The best medicated shampoos for dandruff	1	La roche kerium	1 280 rub.
	2	DUCRAY Kelual	729 RUB
	3	SEBOZOL (PHARMTECHNOLOGY)	329 r

The best inexpensive anti-dandruff shampoos

Very often cheap shampoos unknown to the general consumer give better results than advertised expensive products. Budget drugs, in general, have a preventive effect, but there are also those that help in the fight against the unpleasant consequences of skin diseases. We have included in the rating of the 3 best shampoos by unanimous opinion of dermatologists and reviews of ordinary users.

Estel Otium Unique Shampoo

Rating: 4.9

The shampoo of the Russian manufacturer contains a special complex that helps to gently cleanse from dirt, remove dandruff and prevent its occurrence. Suitable for sensitive scalp, can be used daily. The active ingredient in the composition is zinc.

The drug normalizes lipid balance, eliminates itching, gives hair freshness and restores a healthy look. According to women, the product gives a good volume to the hair, perfectly washes away the remnants of styling products, keratinized particles and dirt from the first time.

The consistency of medium density foams well, a small amount is enough for one application. The minimum consumption and quite affordable price made Estel Otium Unique Shampoo popular among buyers with unpleasant symptoms of the disease.

Advantages

• removes dandruff and sebum;

• affordable cost;

• economical consumption;

• delicate smell;

disadvantages

• contains sulfates.

Planeta Organica against dandruff

Rating: 4.8

Organic cosmetics PLANETA ORGANICA has long found its buyer who prefers safe, natural, and at the same time effective products. The shampoo does not contain chemical components that can harm sensitive and irritated scalp, it has a mild effect, thanks to the healing properties of medicinal herbs: nettle, cetraria, calendula.

The product is developed on the basis of thermal mud springs located in Kamchatka. It is formulated with 50 minerals to remove microorganisms that contribute to dandruff, itching and flaking. The high salt concentration also has a high antibacterial effect.

The manufacturer guarantees the elimination of dandruff and the restoration of the hair structure a week after daily use. Reviews confirm this, for many, the lasting effect remains for 4-5 weeks after stopping use.

Advantages

• natural composition;

• low price;

• effective antibacterial agent;

• pleasant herbal smell;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Green mama Dandruff Antistress with Seaweed

Rating: 4.7

We included in our rating a product of a well-known brand, which is distinguished by its safe composition, effective action and low cost. Extracts of seaweed and fucus restore immunity, create a protective barrier against external factors.

Sea salt prevents the growth and reproduction of microorganisms. Natural sage oil has anti-inflammatory, wound healing and soothing effects. The product has a gel-like consistency and foams well. For light contamination, one application is sufficient. In case of high fat content, it is recommended to rinse your hair and skin twice.

Many customers report the appearance of a healthy shine and volume after application, as well as restoration of metabolism and regulation of subcutaneous fat production.

Advantages

• safe components;

• budgetary cost;

• minimum consumption;

• effective cleansing;

disadvantages

• poorly comes out of the bottle.

The best anti-dandruff shampoos in terms of price – quality ratio

There are many products on our market whose price matches the declared quality. They not only have a preventive effect, but also have a high therapeutic effect. These shampoos do a good job of both symptoms and causes. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the best of them, after the application of which users gave them the highest rating.

Schwarzkopf Professional BC Scalp Therapy Dandruff Control Shampoo

Rating: 4.9

The German brand cares not only about the beauty of the curls, but also about their health. The shampoo is designed for sensitive scalp, suitable for all hair types prone to dandruff. It delicately cleans from impurities: the remnants of styling agents, keratinized skin flakes, dust.

After a single application, itching and dryness disappear, the skin is moisturized, and its hydrolipid balance is restored. It contains zinc, which prevents the growth of bacteria. Lemongrass extract has anti-inflammatory properties. Allantoin soothes, relieves redness.

Users have highlighted a convenient tube that helps control the consumption of the product, thereby increasing the life of one package. A quick effect was also noted: the hair is moisturized, looks healthy, without dandruff.

Advantages

• high therapeutic effect;

• duration of action;

• cleans well;

• does not contain silicones;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Anti-dandruff shampoo Neobio

Rating: 4.8

A worthy place in the ranking is occupied by a natural German-made shampoo without dyes, preservatives and other petrochemical products. The product has an intense action against dandruff and its formation, it washes away all impurities well, makes the hair soft and shiny.

The composition includes a healing formula made from extracts of rosemary, birch, nettle, willow bark, poplar and juniper oil, which heals the sensitive scalp, soothes and reduces inflammation. The shampoo saturates with the necessary level of moisture, restores the work of the sebaceous glands.

The drug has a gel-like consistency and a light herbal aroma. According to reviews, a lasting effect occurs 7 days after daily use: dandruff and itching disappear altogether. Doctors recommend using shampoo once a week for preventive purposes.

Advantages

• herbal formula;

• recommended by dermatologists;

• for all hair types;

• high antibacterial effect;

disadvantages

• not detected.

Israeli anti-dandruff shampoo with Careline micro-silks

Rating: 4.7

Israeli products are created on the basis of the Dead Sea water and enriched with minerals that have truly miraculous properties. Therapeutic zinc shampoo not only removes dead skin residues and other impurities, but also prevents their appearance, eliminates dryness and itching, and restores the natural PH of the skin.

It contains silk proteins that envelop each hair, making it strong, supple and shiny. UV filters protect against negative influences. The vitamin complex intensively nourishes and moisturizes. After application, the hair is easy to comb, the static effect disappears. Amino acids create the necessary protein balance.

It is convenient to hold the bottle in the hand, the flow rate is controlled by means of the dosing cap. The tool is recognized by trichologists and buyers as one of the best in terms of price-quality ratio.

Advantages

• high therapeutic effect;

• fast effect;

• deep moisturizing;

• components from the Dead Sea;

disadvantages

• not detected.

The best medicated shampoos for dandruff

Medicines contain active ingredients that prevent the growth of the fungus and prevent its new formation. Such shampoos are not applied daily, but in courses, otherwise you can harm the sensitive scalp and hair. The rating was compiled based on the results of laboratory tests, recommendations of trichologists, as well as reviews of independent experts.

La roche kerium

Rating: 4.9

The French brand presents an effective remedy that quickly eliminates itching and discomfort, gently exfoliates and removes persistent dandruff, does not harm sensitive skin. An intense moisturizing formula replenishes fluid deficiencies, nourishes every hair, leaving it shiny and healthy looking.

Main active ingredients: salicylic acid and proprietary LHA substance. They are evenly distributed over the scalp. After 3 weeks, dandruff disappears completely.

The manufacturer indicates the appearance of a persistent therapeutic effect after 1 month of use for 6 weeks. Buyers highlighted one of the advantages of a fairly economical consumption and the duration of the use of a small tube.

Advantages

• visible effect after the first application;

• dryness protection;

• duration of action after course use;

• removal of persistent dandruff;

disadvantages

• high price.

DUCRAY Kelual

Rating: 4.8

The drug is intended for the treatment of serious skin diseases: seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis. It reduces itching, relieves redness, eliminates persistent and intense dandruff. The composition includes active substances: zinc pyrithione, keluamide, cyclopiroxolamine. They strongly affect fungi, prevent their further appearance.

The shampoo washes away dirt well the first time. The creamy consistency is easy to apply and spread throughout the hair. They become moisturized, softer and more elastic.

Based on the opinion of users, the drug is one of the best quick-acting remedies, which, after the first use, eliminates unpleasant symptoms, and also emit a fairly long-term effect after the course of treatment.

Advantages

• eliminates severe forms of dandruff;

• dermatologically tested;

• lasting effect;

• instantly relieves irritation and itching;

disadvantages

• not detected.

SEBOZOL (PHARMTECHNOLOGY)

Rating: 4.7

The rating includes a tool created not only to eliminate the symptoms of diseases, but also to fight the causes of the appearance of seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, and shingles. The main substance that has an effect on all types of fungi is ketoconazole. It has an antimicrobial effect, prevents the appearance and further growth of bacteria.

The shampoo is recommended for thin, brittle hair, suitable for sensitive skin. It delicately washes away all impurities, eliminates redness, and promotes healing of small wounds and cracks.

Customers emphasized the rapid elimination of itching after the first application. With prophylactic use of 'Sebozol' once a week, you can achieve a lasting effect and prevent the recurrence of seborrhea.

Advantages

• a wide range of diseases;

• acceptable price;

• restores the hydrolipid balance;

• effective from the first application;

disadvantages

• not detected.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.