i need a shampoo that will wash my hair properly but wont make my scalp itchy.

[StephenFrySaidSo]

I've been using tresemme for a few years and have had an itchy scalp for just as long, for a while i put it down to the hair colour i was using so stopped using it but the itch continued. eventually i decided to try another shampoo, so i just lifted the first thing my eyes landed on in asda which was herbal essences, it took the itch away but didn't actually wash my hair properly and took two shampoos each wash and lots of it to even get a lather (my hair is a short bob and i was using about a full palmfull of shampoo!)

so what do i buy now?- I've gone back to tresemme just for the fact that it at least washes the hair but my scalp is sore and itchy again and it's getting unbearable.

[Solo]

T Gel. It worked on my Mum's itchy scalp. It's a bit expensive, but worth it.

[WhenDoISleep]

This is excellent.

[Maverick66]

I would recommend Philip Kingsley flaky itchy scalp range which you can get on QVC Amazon and some salons. Larger Marks and Spencer's also stock it. It is pricey but like you my scalp itches after I get a colour done and I use Philip Kingsly itchy scalp toner very soothing Oilatum also make a great shampoo. In meantime if itch driving you crazy try taking an antihistamine. Also check your cycle and see does this itch appear at same time each month could be hormonal .

[PoppyWearer]

T Gel.

Or the GP can prescribe something.

[karinmaria]

Brands like Tresemme, Herbal Essences, Fructis, Pantene etc all have silicone in them which is probably why your hair doesn't feel clean. I'd steer clear of most cheap branded shampoos in that vein.

The shampoos suggested are all good. Also might be worth trying one recommended by a hairdresser like Redken or Kerastase (yes, both made by the giant that is L'Oreal, as is Fructis, but with different ingredients).

Maybe give baby shampoo a go for your scalp? I'm using the Boots own brand baby shampoo followed by a Tigi conditioner at the moment. Has solved my itchy scalp and very tangly hair!

[StephenFrySaidSo]

thank you all- great advice about trying antihistamine aswell.

i'll try baby shampoo and see how i get on, if that doesn't work i'll work my way through all your suggestions.

[valiumredhead]

You need Loreal shampoo, dark blue bottle with orange lid, available in boots.

[Fraxinus]

Eucerin shampoo for dry itchy scalps. Fab stuff.

[Maverick66]

ASDA do a lovely own brand range of baby shampoo etc which are hypoallergenic I think it's called " little angel" their liquid talc is brilliant also I use cetrozine not loratodine antihistamine just buy it in one of the pound shops usually in a blue box.

[StephenFrySaidSo]

artex!

what do you use? i have tried bicarb and ACV in the past and stuck it out for about 9 months but honestly my hair never felt properly clean in all that time.

[LeoandBoosmum]

This Phyto one I was looking at on lookfantastic.com has good reviews from those with flaky, itchy or sensitive scalps
www.lookfantastic.com/phyto-phytoapaisant-intelligent-shampoo-200ml/10362573.html#customer-reviews

[Want2bSupermum]

tresemme kills my scalp. I buy the huge tubs of paul mitchell shampoo & conditioner. Here in the US it is 2 for $38 and if you buy after thanksgiving you get 20% off at our local supercuts. This lasts me 18 months.

When visiting in the UK I use aussie or neutrogena for normal hair (get it on amazon).

[Want2bSupermum]

Forgot to add that I double shampoo (shampoo, rinse and shampoo again) and wash my hair every other day. If I wash every third day during the summer months I start to get flaking again because it is so damn humid here.

[ShotgunNotDoingThePans]

I use Dead Sea Salt Mineral shampoo, plus their Scalp Mud.
I like the look of the Oregon one - might try that as I think it's good to change every so often.

Have also tried the Phyto one which was good once I twigged you needed a generous dollop to get a good lather!

I did try the no poo method for a few months, until I developed a painful cyst/boil thing on my hairline. Not for me.

[StephenFrySaidSo]

that phyto one is quite expensive- a bit to hear you need a big dollop for it to work! i think i'll try the baby shampoo first

i would love to be able to say the no poo worked for me but it just didn't and i messed around with quantities etc but no joy.

[goodasitgets]

Body shop ginger shampoo is great

[Themarriedwoman]

Try SLS (sodium laurel sulphate) free shampoos. They make my head itch. I am not in the UK so can't recommend a particular brand but check the ingredients. Baby shampoos always seem to contain SLS, organic or natural shampoos are better.

[Mominatrix]

Matrix Biolage Scalp Therapy shampoo - smells fabulous, too.

[milktraylady]

Noone has mentioned green people brand yet. I recommend you give them a go.
You need to avoid sodium laureth sulphate (SLS) as its this that makes your skin itch.
It is a lathering agent, that is also an irritant to some people.

A new loreal brand is SLS free "ever rich" and "ever pure", you can get it in big boots.

[ShotgunNotDoingThePans]

Selsun - I think I used to use that successfully when my flakiness got particularly bad. Had forgotten its name.

[GobblersKnob]

Lush Karma bar, my scalp never itches now and it makes my hair all shiny and swishy.

[StephenFrySaidSo]

oh thank you all- loads to try now!