Shampoos For Sensitive Scalps

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Having a sensitive scalp can be a difficult and uncomfortable experience. Many people with sensitive scalps struggle to find the right shampoo, as many products contain harsh ingredients that can cause further irritation. Here are some shampoos for sensitive scalps.

BriogeoScalp Revival Charcoal + Tea Tree Scalp Treatment Serum

ITEM: 1895598

Size: 1 oz/ 30 mL

732 Reviews

$44.00

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I wouldn’t recommend this to those with sensitive scalp or scabs because it has a cooling effect and certain ingredients like tea tree oil that can be irritating to sensitive scalps....Great for oily scalp!!...I struggle with an oily scalp and this has done wonders. My scalps feels clean and refreshed without feeling obscenely dry!

What it is: A soothing treatment that balances hydration, removes surface impurities, and provides relief to an itchy, irritated, flaky scalp.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Oiliness
- Flaky or Dry Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Hydrates, balances, and soothes scalp
- Detoxifies and draws out impurities
- Clean and naturally derived, formulated 6-Free™

Formulation: Serum

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Binchotan Charcoal: Draws out and removes impurities that clog the hair follicle or cause buildup on the scalp.
- Peppermint and Tea Tree Oil Complex: Provides a cooling effect.

$95.00

This product is a must if you have never ending itchy scalp due to dry weather and sensitive scalp! im so glad i tried it out!...Hydrates Hair Revitalizes my Aging Hair and Rebalances my Scalp and my relieves my itchy Scalp...Potentialiste Hydrating & Soothing Scalp Serum...No more itchy SCALP!!!

What it is: A lightweight serum that hydrates and soothes the scalp while protecting the scalp barrier from external stressors.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky/Dry Scalp
- Dryness
- Oiliness

$60.00

the best for troubled scalps!...I have a lot of problems with my scalp: I believe it is eczema. This shampoo works wonders. ...I’ve tried many other products that have claimed to help dry itchy scalps n nothing has worked except this (and so quickly too) I only use the shampoo on my scalp itself, and use another shampoo for the rest of hair (mainly cuz this is so expensive).

Which hair type is it good for?
✔ Straight
✔ Wavy
✔ Curly
✔ Coiled
✔ Tightly Coiled

What it is:
A gentle cleansing shampoo for itchy, sensitive scalp.

Key benefits:
- Cleanses and moisturizes scalp
- Calms irritation and soothes itching

If you want to know more…
This silicone-free, hypoallergenic shampoo cleanses and soothes the scalp to reduce itchiness while giving hair a light, airy feel.

OribeThe Cleanse Clarifying Shampoo

ITEM: 2436111

Size: 7.1 oz/ 200mL

7 Reviews

$61.00

I have never came across a gentle yet effective clarifying shampoo as this one, a must have for sensitive skin/scalp people like me....This has become my only shampoo - my hair stays oil free all day. I used to have an average of five shampoos in the shower because I kept trying new ones, for years.

What it is: A clarifying shampoo powered by skincare exfoliants that purifies and deeply cleanses without stripping away hair’s natural oils.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture:Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy

Hair Concerns:
- Oily Scalp
- Color Safe
- Scalp Buildup

Key Benefits:
- Exfoliates hair and scalp
- Removes product and mineral buildup
- Clarifies without stripping

$65.50

One of my fave shampoos...I love this shampoo. A little goes a long ways. Really cleans the scalp. ...Amazing for sensitive scalps!...Works great for my husband and really helps to remove buildup without over drying or irritating his scalp.

What it is: A creamy, gentle hydrating shampoo that softly lathers to cleanse your hair and scalp removing build-up and dirt without stripping away moisture.

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Dryness
- Scalp Build Up

Key Benefits:
- Removes build up and dirt without stripping away moisture
- Cleanses hair and scalp while leaving hair hydrated
- Hair is left healthy and hydrated

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe and Honey: Natural humectants that attract hydration.
- Coconut Oil: Seals in hydration.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates

$62.50

Kerastase shampoo...was surprised with how amazing this worked I have a sensitive scalp issues and dryness. This cleaned my scalp better than any other shampoos. ...Great for sensitive scalp....I have a sensitive scalp and it honestly makes it feel so nourished.

What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo that gently cleanses scalp and hair with intense hydration to remove buildup, boost radiance, and preserve natural oils for softer, more defined curls and coils.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns:
- Curl Enhancing
- Dryness
- Shine

$42.50

THOROUGHLY CLEANS SCALP WHILE MOISTURIZING HAIR :)...Scalp shampoos are always too drying. And moisturizing shampoos just leave you hair dirty. ...My only suggestion would be to make a separate line without the essential oils, menthol, and fragrance that can be used my those of us with sensitive scalps or who develop contact dermatitis easily.

What it is: A gentle, moisturizing shampoo that deposits sebum mimicking natural and organic oils to nourish the scalp without stripping hair.

Hair Type: Medium and Thick

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns: Dryness, Flaky/Dry Scalp, and Thinning

$57.00

Perfect for sensitive scalps!...I used this shampoo at night, and it’s been great for my sensitive scalp! ...A must have for sensitive scalps...A great alternative to a drying clarifying shampoo. I love a very clean feeling but a lot of them give me dry scalp and itchiness.

What it is: A lightweight gel shampoo that gently cleanses while soothing and calming sensitive scalps, leaving hair soft, radiant, and hydrated.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky and Dry Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Soothing
- Hydrating

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Niacinamide: Soothes.

What Else You Need to Know: Your scalp is skin, but much more complex. Sebum oxidation and micro-cracks on the scalp surface can create numerous issues—it’s a vicious cycle, and you want out.

$70.50

Also, you can say goodbye to dry, itchy scalps and buildups. It does a great job in soothing and moisturizing your scalp. ...Light feeling and beautifully moisturizing oil that works well with my uber-sensitive scalp.

What it is: A pre-shampoo scalp oil, infused with a blend of natural oils, that soothes and moisturizes dry scalp and give hair a soft, shiny finish.


Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily


Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick


Hair Concerns:

- Dryness

- Flaky and Dry Skin

- Shine


Key Benefits:

- Soothes scalp dryness and irritation

- Leaves scalp feeling moisturized and balanced

- Nourishes scalp and hair to leave hair looking soft and shiny



$19.00

This shampoo is amazing for oily or irritated scalps! It's sulfate-free and packed with salicylic acid and niacinamide to hydrate, reduce flakes, and calm itchiness. ...They leave hair feeling clean and refreshed without stripping natural oils. Ideal for sensitive scalps, they promote a healthy balance, reducing flakiness and dryness.

What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo with salicylic acid and niacinamide to improve scalp hydration and visibly reduce flakes, oiliness, and itchiness.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Flaky, Dry Scalp
- Oily Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Hydrates the scalp and soothes discomfort
- Visibly reduces flakes, oiliness, and redness
- Cleanses without stripping natural oils

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Argan Oil: Is an antioxidant-rich, natural oil that nourishes the hair and scalp.
- Salicylic Acid: Is a gentle exfoliant that visibly reduces flakes and prevents oil buildup.
- Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Calms scalp

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