Which shampoo is suitable for a dry and itchy scalp?

Not every itchy scalp needs the exact same treatment. Therefore, it is especially important to consider what you experience most during and between washes.

• For dry dandruff and a tight-feeling scalp: choose a calming and purifying shampoo that helps to loosen dry flakes and, if necessary, combine with a rebalancing scalp treatment (https://sierosanto.be/nl-eu/collections/oway-herbalancering).
• For sensitivity, redness, or irritation: choose an extra mild shampoo that cleanses gently, such as Oway Soothing (https://sierosanto.be/nl-eu/collections/oway-kalmerend), developed for a reactive scalp.
• For localized itching and stubborn flakes: an additional scalp treatment alongside your shampoo can be beneficial in your routine. Do you need help choosing? A scalp and hair analysis provides personalized advice (https://sierosanto.be/nl-eu/pages/hoofdhuid-en-haaranalyse).

Our shampoos for an irritated or dry scalp

On this page, you will find, among other things, Oway formulas that are suitable for a dry or sensitive scalp. Those looking for extra hydration will find suitable additions within Oway Moisturizing (https://sierosanto.be/nl-eu/collections/oway-hydraterend).

• Oway Purifying Hair Bath - Dry Scalps — Calming and purifying shampoo for scalp and hair with dry dandruff. This formula supports the balance of the scalp, helps remove dry flakes, and provides light hydration.
• Oway Soothing Hair Bath — Calming shampoo for sensitive, red, or irritated scalps. Suitable when you primarily need an extremely gentle cleansing and extra comfort for a reactive scalp.
• Oway Dandruff Remedy - Dry Scalps — Supplementary moisturizing and purifying treatment for dry scalps with dandruff, also recommended for localized itching.

How to choose the right shampoo?

Are you undecided between several products? This simple comparison will help.

• Dry flakes, tight feeling, dry dandruff — A calming and purifying shampoo for dry scalp
• Sensitive, red, or easily irritated scalp — An extra gentle soothing shampoo for reactive scalp
• Localized itching or need for extra support — A shampoo combined with a targeted scalp treatment

Tips to keep your scalp calmer

The right shampoo works best if you also treat your scalp gently. With a few simple habits, you can often avoid extra irritation.

• Wash with lukewarm water instead of hot water.
• Do not use aggressive products if your scalp already feels sensitive.
• Massage gently instead of scrubbing hard with your nails.
• Give a new shampoo some time to fit into your routine.
• Support the skin barrier with gentle, protective products, for example, Oway Soften & Protect (https://sierosanto.be/nl-eu/collections/oway-verzachten-beschermen).
• For persistent dryness or flakes, choose a routine specifically tailored to the scalp, for example, with calming hair care.

When is further follow-up advisable?

A shampoo for a dry, itchy scalp can provide a lot of comfort, but not every complaint has the same cause. If itching, redness, or flakes persist, or if the scalp becomes painful and clearly irritated, it is advisable to seek further assessment of what is going on.