This dandruff shampoo is built more on oils and scent than a named active. The score is about that mix, not a percentage on the box.
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Dandruff Shampoo 1% Zinc Pyrithione
$18.00
Paul Mitchell's dandruff shampoo uses 1% zinc pyrithione and is gentle enough to use on the days between Nizoral washes. It is color safe and feels like a salon shampoo, so hair stays soft while flakes stay down.
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The Edyt Score
4.8 / 5.0
This dandruff shampoo is for zinc pyrithione.
The formula is a zinc pyrithione.
The verdict
This dandruff shampoo suits washing every day.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (Nizoral, Head & Shoulders, Selsun Blue, CeraVe, Neutrogena, and Biolage). Compare best for, hair/scalp fit, format, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Washing every day | Stubborn dandruff and flaking | Red, greasy, flaky patches | Strong treatment for less | Flakes plus a tight scalp | Thick scale and psoriasis | Oily scalp with flakes |
| Hair / scalp | All hair, mild dandruff | Dandruff, flaky scalp | Seborrheic dermatitis | Itchy, flaky scalp | Dry scalp, dandruff | Buildup, psoriasis | Oily scalp |
| Format | Shampoo | Medicated shampoo | Shampoo and conditioner | Medicated shampoo | Shampoo | Medicated shampoo | Shampoo |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Notes | Zinc pyrithione · Color safe | Ketoconazole · Antifungal | Selenium sulfide · With conditioner | Selenium sulfide · Budget | Pyrithione zinc · Ceramides | Salicylic acid · Fragrance-free | Zinc pyrithione · Vegan |
| $ / size | $18.00 | $16.88 | $22.97 | $7.92 | $9.97 | $15.00 | $27.00 |
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FAQ
Who is Dandruff Shampoo 1% Zinc Pyrithione best for?
Paul Mitchell's dandruff shampoo uses 1% zinc pyrithione and is gentle enough to use on the days between Nizoral washes. It is color safe and feels like a salon shampoo, so hair stays soft while flakes stay down.
How did Edyt Beauty score this dandruff shampoo?
Edyt Beauty rates Dandruff Shampoo 1% Zinc Pyrithione 4.75 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks Dandruff Shampoo 1% Zinc Pyrithione against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from Nizoral, Head & Shoulders, Selsun Blue, CeraVe, Neutrogena, and Biolage. For more from the same brand, see More from Paul Mitchell below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop Dandruff Shampoo 1% Zinc Pyrithione with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best Ketoconazole Shampoos Including Nizoral.
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