Comments on: How To Tell If A Dandruff Shampoo Will Really Work

By: Wren

Wren — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 23:25:39 +0000

(to the person below)
My ex- stepfather told me the same thing, and he was a hairdresser, too. I guess there must be SOME science behind it…

By: Toe

Toe — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:10:32 +0000

I think there’s one thing that’s worth pointing out, here: itchy or flaky scalp is *not* necessarily dandruff. Although the word ‘dandruff’ is commonly applied to any disorder with those sort of symptoms, in a more proper definition, dandruff is caused by a fungal infection of the scalp. (Sort of like athlete’s foot.) However, a lot of things can cause itchy, flaky scalp. It could be psoriasis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, ‘ordinary’ dry or sensitive skin, or even an allergic reaction to anti-dandruff shampoo!

As Left Brain noted, those of you seeing relief from Burt’s Bees somethingsomething shampoo probably have sensitive scalps that just need a good, mild shampoo.

By: shaz

shaz — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:17:15 +0000

Hmm. I know it’s been a while since this conversation began but I’m interested. Burt’s Bees Herbal Treatment Shampoo is the only shampoo that ever worked for my scalp. I’ve tried them all, all of my life, and I’m over 30. I have both dandruff AND sensitive skin. I see so many comments that agree with mine. And I have seen websites for mothers with kids who have psoriasis where many comments have been made that ever since the shampoo was discontinued they can find nothing that was as effective at relieving their child’s scalp condition. I think there may have been lower sales because the treatment is specific to people with sensitive skin AND scalp issues. I found this discussion while looking for the recipe for the shampoo in hopes of finding a way to make it. Looks pretty involved. We may be a smaller group of customers, but when you have a group of people who find relief from harsh shampoo chemicals only in ONE shampoo, you’ve got a LOYAL customer base. I mean, I am still searching for something and would absolutely be a customer for life if they put it back on the shelves. Anyone know how to make this stuff, or how to talk to Clorox (since they bought Burt’s Bees)?
It may not work for the majority but this stuff WORKS.

By: las

las — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:14:54 +0000

I see all the comments here, and I have to say, that the Burt’s Bees funny-named anti-flaking shampoo worked better than anything I’d ever tried. With it in my shampoo collection, being used once every two or three weeks in the winter – and usually never in the summer, I never had flakes. Since the product was discontinued, I’ve found no relief from the flakes. Even in summer. I am picky – I don’t want a dandruff shampoo that removes or damages more strands of hair than flakes. So…that said…I’m still searching for an adequate replacement.

By: paul m

paul m — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:56:07 +0000

I have suffered with a flaky, scaly, oily scalp for several years. I tried herbal rinses, oils, etc. to no avail. I was so incredibly frustrated by wasting my money, time & hope on things that just didn’t get RID of the flakes.

Then I tried the MADE FROM EARTH Tea + Protein Shampoo, and I was cautiously optimistic. I had read the reviews on the internet, and I really didn’t have anything to lose (except flakes, hopefully).

I actually PRAYED for something to give me much needed relief from the constant flaking & itching. Well, I can honestly say after 1.5 months of using this every 3-4 days, my hair is *almost* completely flake free! Praise the Lord!

This product may seem a little expensive, but for me, it is worth its weight in gold. Honestly, this is the best product on the market for people with seborrheic dermatitis (which is what I believe I have). I HIGHLY recommend it!

you can find them http://www.madefromearth.com/