If you have a flaky scalp, it can be hard to keep your hair looking clean and healthy. But there are ways to combat this problem, including using a clarifying shampoo. A clarifying shampoo is designed to remove excess oil and dirt from the hair, which can help prevent flakes from forming in the first place. Here are some of our favorites.
ITEM: 2592558
Size: 13.4 oz / 400 mL
$62.00
Shu Uemura Gentle Radiance Deep Cleanser was basically just a deep cleansing clarifying scalp treatment which is just ... shampoo... so... seems unnecessary for me but may work for others with dry, flaky scalp issues perhaps....The Shu Uemura Gentle Radiance Deep Cleanser is one of the best gentle clarifying shampoos I've found thus far. It leaves your hair feeling squeaky clean but not dry, and does not dry out your scalp either.
What it is: A lightweight clarifying shampoo, for all scalp and hair types, that deeply cleanses to remove dirt, oil, and product buildup for softer hair with a shiny finish.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Shine
- Scalp Buildup
$44.00
Works great for itchy flaky scalp...This shampoo does not! It works great making my hair clean and airy while also soothing my scalp. ...Great for a flaky scalp...Overall it is a great gentle shampoo option that focuses on scalp health.
What it is: A physician-formulated, hydrating scalp shampoo with natural ingredients to deeply cleanse and optimize pH levels without stripping the scalp; clinically proven to visibly improve hair health, volume, and texture.(1)
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Thinning
- Color Safe
- Flaky and Dry Scalp
$42.00
Great against a flaky scalp...I have always had a flaky scalp, and there is not much I can do to address it. ...Helps with itchy and flaky scalp...Gifted by Briogeo. Scalp Revival MegaStrength+ Dandruff Relief Shampoo is absolutely amazing.
What it is: A maximum-strength, clean, anti-dandruff shampoo that targets scalp flaking and irritation—without stripping hair of vital moisture.
Key Benefits:
- Soothes scalp itching, irritation, redness, and flaking associated with dandruff
- Gently cleanses the scalp without stripping hair of vital moisture
- Leaves hair and scalp feeling clean and refreshed
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid (BHA) 3%: Medicated active relieves dandruff and psoriasis symptoms.
- Lactic Acid (AHA): Clears excess oil, product buildup, and dirt while hydrating the scalp.
- Binchotan Charcoal: Helps detoxify the scalp and hair by absorbing impurities and buildup.
What Else You Need to Know: This award-winning sham
$39.00
I try to avoid washing my hair excessively which leads to me using dry shampoo pretty often. This product really cleansed the excess oils and products I use on my hair, my scalp is also really flaky so this helped clear it before I actually washed my hair. ...Amazing for dry scalp!...I suffer from flaky scalp and oily hair, I applied it as the instructions recommended and it felt like my scalp was actually clean and not clogged at all.
What it is: An icy-cool-foam scalp formula with salicylic acid to invigorate the scalp and remove product buildup, excess oil, and dead skin cells.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Scalp Buildup
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
Key Benefits:
- Color-safe
- Thoroughly cleanses the scalp
- Removes unwanted oil
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Salicylic Acid: Removes pore-clogging debris and dead skin cells.
- Micellar Water: Gently cleanses the scalp.
- Panthenol: Prevents drying.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, and mineral oil. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Impurities and build
$28.00
I have flaky scalp and it gets oily, I’m glad this hasn’t irritated my scalp at all....I received this complimentary from Adwoa beauty and I enjoyed using it. I have oily, flaky scalp and this clarifying gel shampoo helped soothe my scalp and remove product buildup and oil.
What it is: A blue-tansy-infused, clarifying shampoo that removes buildup while rich extracts promote shine and healthy hair growth.
Hair Type: Medium and Thick
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Concerns: Scalp Buildup, Damage/Split Ends/Breakage, and Color Safe
ITEM: 2608719
Size: 8.4 oz / 250 mL
$28.00
Perfect for dry, itchy scalps...I bought this for my dry, itchy, flaky scalp. It works and also helps with dryness too. ...This is my favorite shampoo!!! I am suffering from hair loss and used to have a dry, itchy, flaky scalp that seemed to not resolve with anything I used.
What it is: A balancing, cleansing shampoo that removes scalp buildup and hydrates hair.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Anti-Aging
- Dryness
- Thinning
Key Benefits:
- Helps to deeply cleanse the scalp, while infusing hair with hydration and vitality
- Helps remove buildup, minimize irritation, and relieve a dry, itchy scalp
- Color-safe and keratin-safe
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid (Seven Molecular Weights): Delivers multilevel hydration to the scalp and hair.
- Niacinamide and Panthenol: Vitamin B3 and B5 helps strengthen the scalp's protective barrier.
- Plant Surfactants: Gentle, non-st
ITEM: 1895580
Size: 8 oz/ 236 mL
$42.00
Perfect for Dry/Flaky Scalp and/or Psoriasis...My partner and I both love this shampoo, as I have a dandruff/flaky scalp and he has psoriasis. ...Helped with my itchy flaky scalp!...This has definietly helped me with my dry flaky scalp. I don't normally put to much products in my scalp except an oil and it always seems to be flaky.
What it is: A charcoal-infused scrub shampoo for all that gently exfoliates, moisturizes, and soothes the scalp to support overall hair health.
Key Benefits:
- Gently exfoliates away dead skin, buildup, and flakiness
- Cleanses without stripping hair of essential moisture
- Intensely cleans congested hair follicles
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Binchotan Charcoal: Helps detoxify the scalp and hair by absorbing impurities and buildup.
- Coconut Oil: Moisturizes the scalp to help balance oil production.
- Microcrystalline Cellulose: Gently exfoliates buildup and flakes on scalp.
What Else You Need to Know: This weekly scalp scrub is powered by a plant-based, dissolvable exfoliant that detoxifies and removes flake
$29.00
gifted by Amika Haircare but review is my own * Love this shampoo! This clarifying gel truly cleanses and clarifies my hair. ...Great shampoo...My hair is fine and curly, and my scalp is often oily while my ends are dry. This shampoo does a great job of making my scalp feel clean while not stripping away moisture.
What it is: A charcoal-infused, gel-to-foam shampoo that rids hair of oil, dirt, odor, and sweat while replenishing moisture and reviving volume.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oily Scalp
- Flaky and Dry Scalp
- Scalp Build Up
Key Benefits:
- Removes dirt, odor, and sweat
- Promotes a healthier scalp
- Enriches hair with antioxidants
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Pink Clay and Charcoal: Absorbs dirt, odors, and oil.
- Indian Cress Stem Extract: Enriches hair with antioxidants for a healthier scalp.
- Sea Buckthorn: Superfruit loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A, and fatty acid omega-7.
Ingredient Cal
$28.00
I could feel the particles working their magic, and my scalp felt so refreshed after using it. What's even better is that the shampoo didn't leave my hair feeling stripped or dry, which can sometimes happen with clarifying shampoos. ...Squeaky clean clarifying shampoo...This will give you squeaky clean scalp and hair! I will likely only use this on my curls every few weeks because it is very clarifying- you can feel your scalp and hair be completely clarified so you need to follow with a deep conditioner, but it’s a great clarifying shampoo treatment.
What it is: A clarifying shampoo with microfine exfoliating particles to intensely cleanse the scalp from dirt and buildup.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl Enhancing
- Flaky and Dry Scalp
Key Benefits:
- Purifies Scalp
- Treats Itchy, Flaky Scalp
- Removes Dead Skin Cells
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Apple Cider Vinegar: Helps melt dirt and buildup, clarify the hair, and enhance shine.
- Perlite: Exfoliates the skin without leaving residue.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
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