Textured Curl Rating: Shampoos for Dry Flaky Scalps

Today, we will use the Textured Curl Rating System to rate shampoos, especially formulated for dry and flaky scalps. Seborrhea dermatitis, commonly known as, dandruff is actually the over production of sebum-- the natural oil produced by the sebaceous glands. When the glands over-produce sebum, the result is an over abundance of oils which then, dry up and can turn into dry flakes.

On the other hand, if you have large dry flakes and an itchy scalp, you might have psoriasis or eczema. At this point, you should visit your dermatologist for a diagnosis. These scalp conditions can lead to hair loss and it's very important to treat the condition medically. Dry hair should be treated very differently than dry and oily scalp conditions. Treat your scalp with a shampoo, especially formulated for dry and itchy scalp conditions. Treat your dry or oily tresses with a shampoo, especially formulated for oily, dry, brittle or over processed hair.

What are the top rated shampoos for dry and itchy scalps?

These are the top rated shampoos for dry and itchy scalps:

Nizoral receives 5 out of 5 Curly Coils. This medically approved shampoo is widely recommended by dermatologist to treat scalp conditions with dry, itchy and flaky scalps. Nizoral is often recommended for Seborrhea Dermatitis and you can purchase this shampoo right at your local drug store. If your condition is sever, the dermatologist will prescribe and stronger dosage of Nizoral that must be filled by your pharmacist. Nizoral receives a Brilliant!

Design Essentials - Therapeutic Dry Itchy Scalp receives 4 out 5 Curly Coils. This dandruff shampoo has a tingling sensation and is infused with camphor and eucalyptus-- natural anti-fungal ingredients that cleanse and sooth the scalp, while eliminating toxins. Dandruff shampoos tend to dry out the hair shaft. So follow every dandruff shampoo with a moisturizing shampoo. Design Essentials receives an Awesome.

Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo, also receives 4 out of 5 Curly Coils. This product is a botanical, anti-bacterial shampoo that contains the natural ingredient -- meleluca plant indigenous to Australia, also known as tree tree oil. Tea Tree oil is a medicinal ingredient that heals, soothes and destroys any fungi that may cause dandruff or itchy scalp. Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo and Conditioners are also beneficial in removing debris and product build-up on natural free and locked tresses. Paul Mitchell also receives an Awesome!

Neutrogena T-Gel Shampoo receives 3 out of 5 Curly Coils. This product is a very mild shampoo that will not dry out your hair as it treats mild scalp conditions. You can purchase this shampoo right over the counter at your local drug store. Again, if you experience any dry affects to your tresses, follow up with a moisturizing shampoo, such as, Neutrogena Triple Moisture Shampoo and Condition. Neutrogena receives a Groovy!

Do you have any secret ingredients that have worked on your dry and itchy scalp conditions? We would like to hear from you!