What is the best shampoo for dry and itchy scalp? 6 ingredients you should look for

Effect against dry scalp

Aloe vera's properties rhyme with moisture, care and shine. Aloe vera is complete when it comes to solving various hair problems. Greasy hair, dry hair, frizzy hair, irritable and red scalp, etc. To maintain a healthy scalp, aloe vera can help you maintain the normal PH value, which should be 4.5-5.5.

To treat a dry scalp, dry scalp shampoos and hair serums with aloe vera can be of great help. Aloe vera both moisturizes and cools the skin on the scalp, and can also keep the scalp moist. In addition, aloe vera can also relieve itching and can reduce inflammation.

It's obvious why your hair loves aloe vera. When you choose hair care with aloe vera in it, you welcome healthy, shiny and delicious hair.

Amino acid

Amino acids are the building blocks of the body. They are involved in the formation of proteins. These can help strengthen the body and maintain cells and bones. In hair care, amino acids play an important role as they strengthen the hair from within by repairing damaged hair fibers and helping maintain the hair's structure. It is fundamental for all people to get amino acids as not all types of amino acids can be produced naturally by the body.

Effect against dry scalp

You can use amino acids to treat a dry scalp. Amino acids are known for their moisturizing properties, making them ideal for helping restore a dry and damaged scalp. Your hair will be strengthened, and the surface of the hair strands will be repaired. For the scalp, amino acids can help repair damaged skin and promote a healthy scalp, which is particularly important when using shampoo for dry scalp. Additionally, amino acids provide nutrients to the cells in both your skin and hair follicle. This contributes to a healthier scalp and improved hair growth.

Pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract

In the majority of all Danish homes you will find apples in the fridge or in the fruit bowl. And there's a reason for that: apples are healthy for you. They have a positive influence on your body. Whether it comes to weight loss, better digestion, healthier teeth, stronger hair, apples may be the answer you need to turn to. But when it comes to caring for your hair in the best way, there must be apple extract in the product.

Pyrus malus is a fruit extract that comes from apples. This fruit extract is rich in antioxidants, which can protect the skin and add strength and smoothness to the skin.

Effect against dry scalp

To treat a dry scalp, you can look for shampoo with apple fruit extract. The apple juice is both moisturizing and softening, so it conditions (cools) your scalp. The natural fruit acids gently exfoliate the scalp so that dead skin cells are removed.

Mango Butter

You will find it in poke bowls, salads, spring rolls, ice cream, dry snacks, smoothies - and in hair care. Mango is an exotic and aromatic fruit which is the main ingredient in many dishes. In India, the fruit has been given the royal title of "king of fruits". That says something about the quality and popularity of the mango.

Effect against dry scalp

Shea butter, cocoa butter and mango butter all have effective properties against dry hair. Hair care enriched with Mango Butter gives your hair strands moisture, strength - and activates new hair strands.

Oil from sachi inchi - Inca inchi oil

From the seed of the Sacha inchi plant, which originates from Peru, comes nourishing inca inchi oil. The oil can be characterized as Gourmet oil, due to the high content of Omega 3. You will find, among other things, Omega 3 in fish oil capsules or fish (salmon, mackerel, herring and tuna) and in flaxseed, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, rapeseed oil and more.

Effect against dry scalp

Hair care equipped with Inca Inchi oil repairs fragile and dry hair. After continuous use, your hair will be supplied with plenty of moisture, which nourishes your hair. And makes your hair look soft and well-groomed.

3 ingredients you should avoid in your shampoo for dry scalp

When you have a dry scalp, it is important to choose a shampoo that not only provides moisture but also avoids ingredients that can worsen the problem. Certain ingredients commonly found in hair care products can irritate the scalp and make it even drier and itchier.

Parabens

Parabens are a preservative that has been used in cosmetic and care products for longer shelf life. Parabens have since been classified as endocrine disruptors, meaning they can interfere with the body's natural hormone balance. Due to their chemical properties, they can penetrate the skin, raising concerns about their potential negative health effects. For people with dry or sensitive scalps, parabens can also lead to irritation and worsen existing problems such as dryness or itching. Therefore, it is important to avoid parabens when choosing a shampoo for dry scalp to protect both hair and scalp from further irritation.

Sulfates

Sulfates are a form of sulfuric acid often used in shampoos to cleanse the scalp and create lather. They help remove dirt and oil from the hair, but unfortunately, they can also remove the natural oils that are needed to keep both hair and scalp hydrated. Sulfates can therefore dehydrate and dry out both the hair and the scalp, often leading to irritation and itching. This makes sulfates particularly problematic for those who already suffer from a dry scalp. To avoid an irritated, dry, and itchy scalp, it is best to choose a sulfate-free shampoo, which can cleanse your hair gently without stripping away the necessary natural oils.

Silicone

Silicone is a polymer that is water-repellent and chemically stable. In shampoos, silicone can create a barrier that prevents moisture from penetrating the hair and scalp. This means that although the hair may initially feel smoother and softer after using a shampoo with silicone, it can actually exacerbate dryness over time.

Silicone can also prevent nourishing ingredients like moisturizing oils and vitamins from reaching the dry areas of the scalp, hindering their ability to repair and care for the skin. Therefore, it is best to avoid shampoos with silicone, especially if you struggle with a dry and itchy scalp, as it can block the moisture your scalp needs.

Shampoo against dry scalp: Try Grow and Glow

If you suffer from a dry scalp, you should try Grow and Glow. This sulfate- and silicone-free shampoo contains fruit extract, which with natural fruit acid gives you a mild exfoliation on the scalp. Grow and Glow is a shampoo against dry and itchy scalp.

The shampoo contains amino acids, which moisturize your scalp and add good nutrients for cells in the hair follicle. Aloe vera gives your scalp care and adds moisture to your scalp. It is also the best shampoo for dry hair as your hair is infused with moisture from the aloe vera.

Grow and Glow is also enriched with olive oil and turmeric, where the turmeric makes a big effort when it comes to strengthening your hair. Strong hair stops your hair from breaking along the way and splitting.

Hair mask and hair serum against dry scalp: Repair and Shine Hair Serum and Intensive Repair and Growth Hair Mask

Inca Inchi oil kicks off your hair's natural production of oil, at the same time as it works with the "damage" that your hair has received. You will find Inca inchi oil in our Repair and Shine Hair Serum and Intensive Repair and Growth Hair Mask.

Our hair mask from Repair and Care is also provided with mango butter. When your dry hair and scalp get the pleasure of a shampoo against dry scalp, which, among other things, is stuffed with mango butter, your hair will appear from a new and better side. You will find that your hair shines.

Good products for dry scalp

Step-by-step guide for using shampoo for dry scalp and hair

To get the best out of your shampoo for dry scalp, make sure to use the shampoo correctly.

• Rinse all product out: It is always important to ensure that all the shampoo for dry scalp is rinsed thoroughly from the hair. Shampoo residues can stick to the scalp and cause irritation.
• Use lukewarm water instead of hot water: Your hair and scalp get dried out when you bathe in hot water. Therefore, make sure to wash your hair with lukewarm or cold water instead.
• Avoid dandruff shampoo unless you actually have dandruff: We recommend that you avoid dandruff shampoo unless you have dandruff. Dandruff shampoo often contains formulas that dry out the scalp. Hence, we do not recommend using it for dry scalp. If you suffer from both dandruff and dry scalp, you can find specific shampoos for dandruff and dry scalp.

FAQ about shampoo for dry scalp