Dandruff is caused by a microbe on the scalp and can cause dryness, itchiness and flakes. Find out how to treat these issues while tackling the root cause.

Dandruff is a very common condition, with 1 in 2 people susceptible to the microbe that causes it. If you suffer from dandruff, you may experience one or more of the common signs.
The symptoms of dandruff:
- dryness
- itchiness
- flakes
- redness
- irritation
- tightness
These issues need to be treated by a shampoo that tackles the root cause – dandruff – while ensuring that the hair is left looking healthy and smelling great.
The best treatment for fighting dandruff
To treat the root cause of dandruff, look for a shampoo with a clinically proven active ingredient.
All Head & Shoulders shampoos contain clinically proven active ingredients – these provide a long-term solution that, when used regularly, treats dandruff AND helps prevent it from coming back.
That’s because they effectively tackle the root cause of your dandruff issues, and some have been designed to specifically address the aspect that bothers you most.
The best treatment for a dry scalp
You may experience dryness as a sign of dandruff. The best treatment is to use a shampoo that not only fights dandruff, but also moisturises your hair and scalp to restore its natural balance.
Our Suprême Moisture Shampoo with argan oil is specially designed to moisturise your scalp and combat dryness. The nourishing shampoo leaves your hair fragrant, soft and dandruff free1.
How to treat an itchy scalp fast
There is nothing as annoying as an itchy scalp. Scratching only worsens the problem and home remedies almost never prevent the itch from coming back.
Our Itchy Scalp Shampoo with eucalyptus essence fights dandruff while calming your itchy scalp. Your hair and scalp are left feeling comfortable, fresh and beautifully flake free 1.
More about how to get rid of dandruff
1 visible flakes from 2ft, with regular use