Eucerin Dry Scalp Relief Shampoo with 5% Urea (£8.15, 200ml) contains 5% Urea and is specially formulated to relieve dry skin on the scalp and also help reduce itching. Dry skin on the scalp and dandruff are the result of two very different conditions. A dry scalp is short of natural oils and produces small, powdery flakes. Dandruff, on the other hand, is caused by a naturally occurring scalp fungus and leads to larger, oily white flakes. Gentle cleansing agents leave hair smooth, fresh and full of shine, whilst anti-itch agent polidocanol is proven to soothe the skin and help relieve itching.

 

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Page updated: 13 December 2004