NHS warns dandruff sufferers to buy shampoo with specific ingredient to fix it
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The NHS is urging people with dandruff to look at the label carefully before buying shampoo. Many shoppers who suffer with dandruff will buy so-called anti-dandruff products for their hair in a bid to get rid of it. But the NHS says shampoos need to have certain ingredients. Otherwise, they should be avoided.
Dandruff is a common skin condition which many of us have - or have had. It's not harmful, nor can you catch it from others. Dandruff looks like white or grey flakes of skin which appear on the scalp and in the hair. If you have darker hair, this will be more noticeable, or you may only notice it if you have these flakes on your shoulders or clothes after they fall from your scalp.
If you have this and your scalp feels dry and itchy, the health service recommends using an anti-dandruff shampoo to treat it - but don't just pick up any random bottle. The NHS says you should look for a shampoo that contains one of these ingredients:.
To get the most from it, ensure you have enough to last you the whole month. If you find it doesn't work, try looking for another shampoo with one of the other ingredients above. If your dandruff doesn't seem to be getting any better, you can contact your GP.
"The GP can check your scalp for skin conditions that could be causing your dandruff", the NHS explains. However you should make an appointment regardless if:. Find out about the symptoms you need to watch out for and get health advice with our free health newsletter from the Mirror.
