Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo
Help eliminate up to 100% of visible flakes and help reduce itching and irritation with CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo.* When used with Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner, this dandruff shampoo cleanses without disrupting the scalp barrier and leaves hair feeling healthy and soft. Developed with dermatologists, the allergy-tested formula is also free of phtalates, sulfates, dyes, parabens, fragrance, and MIT.
*with regular use as a system
- Made For: All Hair Types; Including: All Curl Patterns & Colored-Treated Hair
- Helps With: Flakes, Itching, and Irritation
CeraVe’s Anti-Dandruff products stand out because they combine proven anti-dandruff ingredients with moisturizing and skin barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides and hyaluronic acid. Most other dandruff shampoos focus solely on reducing flakes, but CeraVe goes a step further by also nurturing the scalp, ensuring it stays hydrated and less prone to irritation.
Product Details
When flakes of dandruff start falling on your shoulders or your scalp gets itchy, it can be frustrating and uncomfortable. Washing your hair is part of the equation for managing dandruff, but it’s important to find the right product. A shampoo specifically formulated to help with flaking and irritation can help you get back to healthy-feeling hair.
CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo is clinically tested to help eliminate visible flakes without disrupting the scalp barrier.* This dandruff shampoo with 1% pyrithione zinc is gentle on both your hair and scalp and helps reduce itching and irritation. The formula, which was developed with dermatologists and is suitable for all hair types, also features three essential ceramides, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid.
When paired with the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner, it removes buildup without stripping away moisture, leaving your hair feeling healthy and soft. Both the anti-dandruff shampoo and conditioner are pH-balanced, allergy-tested, phthalate-free, sulfate-free, dye-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free.
*with regular use as a system
Key Features & Benefits
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Helps Eliminate Dandruff Symptoms
Reduces up to 100% of visible flakes, plus helps with itching and irritation*
*With regular use as a system -
Does Not Disrupt the Scalp Barrier
Gently cleanses the scalp and hair, removing buildup without stripping away moisture -
Leaves Hair Feeling Soft and Nourished
Hair feels healthy and soft after use -
Suitable for All Hair Types
Can be used on all hair types and curl patterns, as well as color-treated hair
Key Ingredients
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1% Pyrithione Zinc
An active ingredient that helps eliminate flakes and reduce itching and irritation. -
Ceramides
A key component of your skin barrier, which is essential for keeping moisture in and harmful elements out. -
Hyaluronic Acid
A naturally-occurring substance that plays a key role in maintaining skin's moisture balance. -
Niacinamide
A form of vitamin B3, which helps calm skin.
INGREDIENTS: WATER • SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE • DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE • DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • AMODIMETHICONE • SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE • PPG-5-CETETH-20 • POTATO STARCH MODIFIED • COCAMIDE MIPA • CERAMIDE NP • CERAMIDE AP • CERAMIDE EOP • CARBOMER • NIACINAMIDE • TRIDECETH-6 • TRIETHYL CITRATE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE • SALICYLIC ACID • SODIUM POLYNAPHTHALENESULFONATE • SODIUM HYALURONATE • CHOLESTEROL • PHENOXYETHANOL • COCO-BETAINE • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • CITRIC ACID • CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • XANTHAN GUM • PHYTOSPHINGOSINE • POLYQUATERNIUM-10 • ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • BENZOIC ACID (F.I.L. V70046481/1)
Please be aware that ingredient lists for the products of our brand are updated regularly. Please refer to the ingredient list on your product package for the most up-to-date list of ingredients to ensure it is suitable to your personal use.
How to Use
How to Steps
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1Wet your hair and massage the dandruff shampoo onto your scalp.
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2Rinse and repeat if desired.
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3Follow with the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner.
When
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Time of Day:
- Shampoo
- Condition
Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why do I have dandruff?
If you’re experiencing dandruff, there could be a few reasons. Common causes of dandruff include excess oil on your scalp, a fungus known as Malassezia, and certain haircare products. As for hygiene, it’s actually a myth that poor hygiene causes dandruff.
If you aren’t sure why you’re seeing flakes on your scalp, speak to your dermatologist or doctor. They can help you develop a personalized plan, which may include using a shampoo for itchy scalps and adjusting your hair-washing routine. -
Does dandruff shampoo work?
Dandruff shampoo can work well to reduce flakes and other symptoms of dandruff. CeraVe’s Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo helps eliminate up to 100% of visible flakes.*
If you’ve used an anti-dandruff shampoo for several weeks and still see dandruff, consult with your doctor.
*with regular use of Anti-Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner -
Can you use a shampoo for dandruff on color-treated hair?
Dandruff shampoo can be safe for color-treated hair, but it all depends on the specific formula. Both the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and CeraVe 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner can be used on colored strands.
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How can you reduce dandruff at home?
To manage dandruff at home, we recommend using a dandruff shampoo for itchy scalps with a coordinating conditioner, like our Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner. Beyond using the right products, it’s important to find the right hair washing frequency. How often you should suds up can vary based on your hair type, hair texture, and lifestyle. If you have oilier strands, you may need to wash daily, whereas a few times a week may be sufficient for drier hair types.
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Should I use anti-dandruff shampoo every day?
While not all shampoos for dandruff are intended for daily use, the CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo can be used every day. The formula is formulated to be gentle on your hair and scalp, and when paired with the Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner, it leaves hair feeling soft and nourished.
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Does CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo have parabens, sulfates, or MIT?
CeraVe haircare products are formulated without parabens, sulfates, and MIT (a preservative sometimes found in cosmetics). This is true of our anti-dandruff formulas, as well as the CeraVe Hydrating Shampoo and Conditioner.
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What is MIT and why do we formulate without it in our CeraVe products?
MIT is Methylisothiazolinone, a synthetic preservative used in consumer products to inhibit bacterial growth. MIT used at certain concentration has been known to cause allergic reactions in some people and we formulate without it for this reason. -
Why do we formulate our products without Fragrance?
Fragrance is often added to products to give them a pleasant scent. But fragrance chemicals can also be irritating and may cause allergic reactions in some people’s skin. Because of this, many dermatologists recommend using products that are fragrance-free. CeraVe products are formulated without fragrance for this reason.