Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Asked 5 months ago

Does head and shoulders get rid of dandruff?

My friends swear by Head & Shoulders for dandruff, but I've tried so many things already. Does this shampoo really get rid of dandruff effectively, or is it just a temporary fix? I need something that works long-term.

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Rohan D'Souza Rohan D'Souza Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, it works well for mild dandruff because it contains zinc pyrithione, which targets the fungus causing flakes. However, for stubborn or thick dandruff, you might need a stronger medicated formula containing ketoconazole or coal tar. Don't use it daily as it can dry out your scalp.

Preeti Sen Preeti Sen Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I tried using it for months but my dandruff kept coming back even worse. When I finally visited the dermatologist at Apollo, they told me I had seborrheic dermatitis which requires a proper prescription lotion. It's much better to consult a skin doctor directly instead of trying multiple shampoos.

Sarbjit Singh Sarbjit Singh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

It can help clear the surface flaking and give you some peace of mind. Along with shampoos, keeping a peaceful mind and eating pure, simple food also helps the body heal itself. Take care of yourself and don't let these minor worries stress you out.

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Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Please don't rely only on over-the-counter shampoos if your scalp is continuously scaling. I ignored my severe flaking thinking a normal shampoo would fix it, but it turned out to be psoriasis which damaged my hair roots. Get it diagnosed by a doctor before it leads to permanent hair loss.

Meera Iyer Meera Iyer Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

My mother always recommended applying warm coconut oil with lemon juice for dandruff, but that didn't work for me. Head and Shoulders did help clear my mild flakes quite nicely. However, if your scalp is very itchy, consulting a dermatologist is the safest way to cure it.

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Siddharth Malgudi Siddharth Malgudi Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I know how embarrassing it feels to have white flakes falling on your dark shirts during meetings. Head and Shoulders did help me get rid of the visible dandruff temporarily, which really boosted my confidence. But you have to be consistent with your hair hygiene to keep it away.

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