The best anti-dandruff shampoos from the pharmacy

Dandruff is a common and bothersome condition that, with the right shampoo, you can tackle effectively. Here is everything you need to know about dandruff and which are the best anti-dandruff shampoos from the pharmacy to treat it and restore the health of your scalp.

What is dandruff?

Dandruff is a scalp condition consisting of excessive flaking of the scalp that can cause irritation, redness and itching. This flaking may remain attached to the scalp in the form of plaques or come loose and fall onto the shoulders or clothing. Because of this, dandruff concerns those who suffer from it, not only because of the symptoms, but also because of how it looks during a flare-up or when it is not treated properly.

Causes of dandruff

The cause of dandruff is unknown. It is known that it usually appears after puberty because the hormonal changes typical of this stage alter the secretion of the sebaceous glands. It can worsen during times of stress and is more common in men and in people with a weakened immune system. It may also appear more frequently during seasonal changes due to fluctuations in temperature and humidity.

Types of dandruff

There are two different types of dandruff:

• Dry dandruff: this is the type that, when you shake your hair, falls onto the shoulders in the form of small, fine, whitish "flakes". This type of dandruff usually leaves hair looking dull, rough and lacking shine.
• Oily dandruff: this is the type that, when you shake your hair, does not fall off but remains attached to the surface of the scalp, forming whitish and/or yellowish scales. This type of dandruff is known as seborrhoeic dermatitis which, as its name suggests, is linked to excess oil. For this reason, it is more common to find these scales around the front hairline or at the nape of the neck. This type of dandruff gives the hair a very greasy appearance.

Why choose an anti-dandruff shampoo from the pharmacy?

At a pharmacy you can find the most suitable anti-dandruff shampoos to treat it, as well as other hair conditions. As pharmacists, we consider the composition of each product, since its formulation gives the shampoo different therapeutic properties, making it suitable for one patient or another in terms of effectiveness and safety.

The best anti-dandruff shampoos from the pharmacy are characterised by their ability to address the specific needs of a dandruff-prone scalp: greater hydration, regulation of sebum production, reducing inflammation, soothing action, rebalancing the microbiota... This is how you can treat dry or oily dandruff and its associated symptoms.

The best anti-dandruff shampoos from the pharmacy

Dandruff is a very common problem that affects many people, causing discomfort and concern. For this reason, pharmacies offer a wide range of anti-dandruff shampoos to help combat it.

Choosing the right product will make a difference to the health of your scalp. That is why at Farmaciasdirect we present the best anti-dandruff shampoos from the pharmacy, for both men and women:

Ducray Kelual DS Champú Anticaspa

It is a treatment shampoo used for the management and treatment of seborrhoeic dermatitis. It helps reduce scales, eliminate dandruff (even severe dandruff) and relieve itching thanks to its formula rich in Keluamide (an active ingredient that helps remove skin plaques) and glycyrrhetinic acid (a soothing active ingredient).

Ducray Kelual DS Champú Anticaspa is applied over two washes, during which the product should be massaged into the scalp using the fingertips for two minutes. In addition:

• If there is a seborrhoeic dermatitis flare-up, apply it 3 times a week.
• If there is no flare-up, use it as maintenance; for this, apply the product once a week.

On the remaining days when the hair needs washing, we recommend using a frequent-use shampoo to alternate with this product.

Vichy Dercos Champú para pelo graso

This Vichy shampoo helps with the removal of oily dandruff and maintaining the balance of the scalp thanks to its control of the area’s flora or microbiota.

Vichy Dercos pelo graso works on visible dandruff from the first use and provides anti-relapse action for 6 weeks. It achieves this thanks to selenium sulphide (an active ingredient that combats dandruff and excess sebum) and salicylic acid (an active ingredient that lifts away scales), two star ingredients in its formula.

Eucerin Dermocapilar Anticaspa

A gentle, all-round anti-dandruff shampoo that controls dry dandruff, oily dandruff and seborrhoeic dermatitis. One of the features of the Eucerin anti-dandruff shampoo is that it helps soothe itching from the very first wash thanks to its active ingredient, polidocanol, which is responsible for calming the skin.

It is used by applying the shampoo with a gentle massage using the fingertips on the scalp. Thanks to its mild formula, it can be used daily.

Iraltone DS Shampoo for dandruff

It is used for scalps with problems of flaking, itching and redness. The key ingredients in the formula of Iraltone DS Shampoo are piroctone olamine and salicylic acid, two active ingredients capable of removing scales from the scalp.

Apply it to wet hair, massaging with the fingertips for 2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with plenty of water. It can be used as a frequent-use shampoo to help eliminate oily dandruff, itching and irritation.

Tips to prevent and control dandruff

Below, we present a series of pharmacist recommendations to prevent dandruff flare-ups and keep it under control:

• Use a suitable shampoo to keep the scalp balanced and the condition under control. To do this, you should use specific active ingredients depending on the type of dandruff.
• Alternate anti-dandruff shampoos with other frequent-use shampoos that are milder and kinder to the scalp.
• Use the shampoo exactly as specified by the manufacturer.
• When washing your hair, massage it without rubbing, using your fingertips so as not to damage the scalp.
• Learn to manage stress.
• Follow a healthy, balanced diet rich in zinc and vitamin B.
• If you use a hairdryer, use warm air that is not too hot.

Remember that at Farmaciasdirect we offer personalised advice for good long-term hair health.