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HOW SWITCHING YOUR SHAMPOO AFFECTS YOUR HAIR

Every time you switch your dandruff shampoo for a beauty shampoo, you’re washing away the dandruff-fighting actives. Find out how to make sure your shampoo is most effective.

When you think of treating dandruff, you probably think of the shower – but almost all of the dandruff-fighting action of your shampoo happens out of the shower.

That’s because after the dandruff shampoo has washed away the flakes, microscopic dandruff-fighting actives are left behind on the scalp’s surface to keep your skin protected against the factors that trigger dandruff.

Beware the beauty shampoo "chaser"
There’s a common myth that anti-dandruff shampoo is harsh on your hair. As a result, some people use two shampoos – first one to treat their dandruff, then a second wash with a different beauty shampoo.

But there’s a problem with that method: The beauty shampoo will make the anti-dandruff shampoo less effective because it washes away most of the dandruff-fighting actives and the protection they give.

Plus, it’s absolutely not the case that Head & Shoulders is harsh on your hair.

HOW SWITCHING YOUR SHAMPOO AFFECTS YOUR HAIR

We infuse every shampoo with essential beauty shampoo elements, like rich moisturizers and nourishing ingredients, so you’re not only treating dandruff, you’re keeping your hair soft and silky.

For our most moisturizing wash, check out our Smooth & Silky shampoo or our Damage Rescue range.

Make sure your conditioner’s working for you too
It’s the same with conditioners. That’s why we developed anti-dandruff conditioners that work with our anti-dandruff shampoos, keeping you protected long after you’re out the shower.

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