Best Shampoos for an Itchy Scalp & Dandruff: USA Today

There are many causes of dandruff. It could be oily skin, dry scalp, hormonal or medical based. Dr. Green talks about all those and more with USA today today and mentions the insecurity that dandruff causes for many. “To those who might feel embarrassed about dealing with dandruff, don’t be,” she notes in the article. There are many options for dandruff which affects 50 million people in the US.

She talks about what to look for in a shampoo such as “selenium sulfide and pyrithione zinc, or ketoconazole for more severe dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. These ingredients help slow the growth of Malassezia yeast, reducing scalp inflammation,” and that shampoos containing salicylic acid may also be beneficial to someone with dandruff since those ingredients can help exfoliate the scalp.  In all cases, “it’s best to consult a board-certified dermatologist first to identify the root cause of your dandruff, as multiple factors can contribute to it.”

Find out more at https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/09/09/how-to-get-rid-of-dandruff/85653192007/