Best shampoo to prevent an itchy scalp?

Question

I'm a guy, 24 years old, and lately my scalp has been getting itchy. Not "can't stop scratching"-itchy, but enough to be annoying.

I don't think I have dandruff (never noticed it on my black shirts or anything), but maybe it's there.

Can anyone tell me which shampoo would be best to use (Head & Shoulders ,etc)?

Thanks.

Answer 1

I find that Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo and Conditioner work very well for itchy scalp!! Make sure u are not putting Conditioner of ANY kind on your scalp directly..only on the ends. Clean your scalp while shampooing with fingertips only..vigorously do not scrub with your nails and then after the conditioner use a nice cool rinse to get the conditioner out..good luck

Answer 2

Itchy Scalp Shampoo

Answer 3

Shampoo For Itchy Scalp

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Answer 5

Keep it simple. You want something that suits you best and that you can depend on. Try Head & Shoulders, and if that doesn't suit you, you can move up to medicated products such as Selsun Blue, or Nizoral.
In the long run, Head and Shoulders should definetely work.
You should use Head and Shoulders Dry Scalp Care Shampoo™
and Head and Shoulders Dry Scalp Care Conditioner, as these two work hand in hand to resolve your issue.

Answer 6

My son uses a Head and Shoulds sensetive skin shampoo and it works great. Hes 12 and has always had an itchy scalp. No dandruff just itchy like you. This brand is not harsh like the normal dandruff shampoos. Its easier on your scalp.

Answer 7

Do you have really thick hair? I do and lots of times it's because your not rinsing all you shampoo and conditioner etc out. Also I have a very dry skin and scalp and I use a tea tree shampoo. I get it at walmart. I cannot remember the name for my life, but it works really well. I also find that if I just rinse my hair out with water instead of washing it every day it als helps. Hope your problem clears up! :)

Answer 8

For itchy scalp, pls do not use Head & Shoulders shampoo to treat it. Bcoz it contain harmful ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate, prop. glycol, formaldehyde etc... All these will irritate ur scalp further. Instead u should use 2nd Chance Sh. spray wth Eliminator (fight bacteria) and spray Replinishing Mist to keep scalp healthy & promote healthy hair. Julia L

Answer 9

Aveeno Nourish + Soothe Shampoo is the best for itchy scalo.
This mild cleanser calms skin with lavender and peppermint; wheat protein strengthens hair

Answer 10

there are alot of damaging and irritating chemicals in most shampoos such as Sodium Laureth Sulphate or Sodium Lauryl Sulphate which makes shampoo foam up. It also widely used in dishwashing liquids, car washes (degreasers). It is a skin irritant (they sometimes use it in tests to irritate skin to test products) and is known to dy out our scalp, corrode hair follicles and damage your hair and it is in MOST big brand shampoos....there are others to look out for too that are potentially carcinogenic.

There are many shampoos which do not contain these harsh ingredients that also foam well with natural foaming agents such as coconut which cleanse and moisturize your hair and scalp really well without damaging it. They have very moisturizing properties and can make a huge difference to improving the condition of your hair.

Also using natural oils and herbs from your garden can help to soothe your scalp...try using 10 drops of teatree (melaleauca oil) mixed in with your NON SLS shampoo to help with itching and rinse your hair with warm chamomile tea.