Head and Shoulders Clinical Strength Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis Shamp 13.5 Fl Oz(Pack of 2)

I can't believe this stuff works as well as it does. I pored over the reviews before purchase, and was a bit skeptical, but for the $13 or so that I paid, I figured what the heck. I have tried literally everything to control my seborrheic dermatitis, from OTC remedies such as Ketoconazole, Selenium Sulfide and Pyrithione Zinc to $350 Clobetasol shampoo, and a whole host of cheaper Rx goops and ointments. I even tried crazy home remedies like olive oil scalp soaks, etc. Don't believe people that tell you this stuff reeks or stains towels, clothing, sheets; none of this is true. Rinse it out of your hair like anything else. No rocket science, no tricks. It smells like regular OTC Head and Shoulders dandruff shampoo, which is to say, pleasant but not overly sweet or herbal. It's not very medicinal at all. The way other reviewers carried on, I was prepared for it to smell like hell! For those with experience, coal tar shampoo smells absolutely terrible, this stuff smells like spring meadows compared to that.After one use, no kidding, my seb derm was almost under control--itching gone, redness almost gone, very few flakes remaining. After three uses, I was (and remain) fully symptom-free. My scalp. Does not. Itch.I've been to over 4 dermatologists in 2 years (PPO and HMO). For all the hundreds I've spent, it's an amazing relief to have this stuff work so damn well. You owe it to yourself to try this if you're suffering with seb derm. Fwiw, regular Selsun Blue (which features the same active ingredient at perhaps a lower strength by default) didn't do the trick, but this stuff did. Whatever the case, this 1% selenium sulfide concoction is amazing. According to my dermatologist, the way to keep seb derm under control is to rotate, so use this and others throughout the week to "confuse" your scalp into behaving, while not allowing it to adapt to one consistent method of treatment. Either way, this stuff is worth its weight in gold. No more flakes, no more itching, no more redness AT ALL. Protip: if you have seb derm on the face or sideburns, a little of the lather from this will get rid of it as well. I am not a doctor and this is not medical advice =].PS I have been using this for two months and have not lost any hair or incurred temporary baldness due to this product, nor has it otherwise ruined my life or pursuit of happiness. There's quite an array of interesting reviews for this shampoo.

I've been using the Head and Shoulders Clinical Strength Shampoo for about 2 years now and I just had to share my experience in case it can help someone out. I've suffered with terrible dandruff since the 5th grade ( I am now 28). I have tried everything - nearly every dandruff shampoo, natural remedies, altering my diet, etc. and nothing worked. I even tried just about every other Head and Shoulders shampoo which did not help much at all. I came across this shampoo in Walmart and figured I'd give it a try even though I did not have high hopes, but as many of you know the struggle you're willing to try anything.After the first wash, about 75% of my dandruff was gone. My scalp was not nearly as itchy either. After the second wash, about 90% gone. And by the 3rd or 4th wash it was like I never had dandruff in my life. I waited and waited to see if eventually the dandruff and itching would return, and I'm still amazed to say that after 2 years I am still dandruff free. This product has truly changed my life - no more embarrassment and constantly checking in the mirror for flakes.Like anything, there are a couple cons: 1) This shampoo can be drying to your hair so make sure you use an excellent conditioner with it and deep condition regularly. 2) I have read that it can change the color of jewelry so make sure you are not wearing jewelry with this product. 3) The smell is strong and bothersome to some people. My husband and mother cannot stand it but my dad and I use it regularly and it doesn't bother us at all. 4) I did try not using this product for 2 weeks once and my dandruff did begin to reappear and my scalp began to itch again. So this is not a cure.As for an added bonus I have recently used this shampoo in a strange way... I use it as a body wash for my underarms. I apply a quarter size amount and then scrub it in a little with a wash cloth and any body odor is completely gone and stays gone. It can take about 2-3 times doing this for all odor to subside, but this allows me to use an all natural deodorant (I need to stay away from aluminum) and smell great all day.Now I know this is probably not a one size fits all, but for the price I recommend giving it a shot.