from www.number1skincare.co.uk
Dandruff can form when the scalp is too dry or too oily, caused by a fungus called pityrosporum ovale, which lives naturally on the skin. Excess production of sebum, the natural oil secreted from glands in the skin, fuels the fungus’s growth. Hormonal changes, diet and extremes of weather can all be triggers. Fortunately there is a wide variety of treatments. Here are five options that help soothe an itchy scalp.
1. Jason Dandruff Relief
355ml – £8.99
Contains MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), a kind of sulphur that is found in plants and a natural anti-fungicide, providing relief to itching scalps. Fortified with extracts of rosemary, neem and tea tree.
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2. Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
60ml – £5.75
The active ingredient is ketoconazole, an effective antifungal medicine used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot and thrush. Some studies also suggest it could promote hair growth.
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3. Oilatum Scalp Intensive Treatment
150ml – £12.49
Contains ciclopirox olamine, a medicine clinically proven to treat the underlying cause of itchy, flaky scalp conditions. Loosens dead skin cells and effectively removes the flakes. Preservative and colourfree.
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