L'Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 300ml

L'Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Dandruff Dermo-Clarifier Shampoo is a professional shampoo for dandruff-prone scalps with dry or oily dandruff. It has a lightweight cream texture and a fresh fragrance, and L'Oréal Professionnel describes it as approved by dermatologists.

How it works

The key active is Piroctone Olamine, which L'Oréal Professionnel describes as antibacterial and antifungal, alongside salicylic acid. The brand says the shampoo gently clarifies the scalp, removes dry and oily dandruff and calms the scalp. In a consumer test, L'Oréal reports up to 100% of visible dandruff removed after one use; in clinical tests, it reports visible flakes reduced from the first applications (44 people, 3 uses a week) and up to 72 hours of dandruff protection.

Who it suits

Men and women with visible flakes, whether the scalp tends to be dry or oily. It suits anyone who wants a salon-brand dandruff shampoo that can stay in the regular routine.

What it will not do

It is not sulfate-free: the cleanser is Sodium Laureth Sulfate. It is not a medicine and does not treat scalp conditions such as psoriasis or seborrhoeic dermatitis; if flaking is severe, red or persistent, see a pharmacist or doctor. Flakes can come back when you stop using it.

Good to know

Massage gently with your fingertips and avoid scratching the scalp with your nails. L'Oréal's flake test used the shampoo 3 times a week. For oily dandruff, the brand suggests a pre-shampoo step with the Scalp Advanced Anti-Oiliness 2-in-1 Deep Purifier Clay. The ingredient list can vary by market, so the list on your pack is the final reference.

Pair it with

• L'Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Oiliness Shampoo 300ml - for days when oily roots, not flakes, are the main concern
• L'Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Discomfort Shampoo 300ml - the Scalp Advanced shampoo for a sensitive, uncomfortable scalp
• L'Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Discomfort Intense Soother Treatment 200ml - a leave-on Scalp Advanced treatment for a scalp that feels uncomfortable

1. Apply evenly to wet scalp and hair.
2. Lather gently with the soft pads of your fingertips until a light foam forms. Do not scratch with your nails.
3. Rinse thoroughly.
4. If the product gets into your eyes, rinse them immediately and thoroughly.

Pro tip from L'Oréal Professionnel: for oily dandruff, use the Scalp Advanced Anti-Oiliness 2-in-1 Deep Purifier Clay as a pre-shampoo to help unclog the scalp.

Aqua / Water / Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Piroctone Olamine, Octyldodecanol, Salicylic Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Carbomer, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Menthoxypropanediol, Linalool, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Fumaric Acid, CI 42090 / Blue 1, Parfum / Fragrance.

L'Oréal notes that ingredient lists can change and vary by market, so the list printed on your pack is the final reference.