CeraVe Hydrating Anti-Dandruff Shampoo — 12 oz, 1% Pyrithione Zinc with Ceramides & Hyaluronic Acid

Designed to treat dandruff symptoms while supporting the scalp’s natural barrier, this medicated shampoo combines an effective antiflake ingredient with moisturizing, skin-identical components. It aims to remove buildup and reduce irritation without stripping hair of moisture, making it suitable for diverse hair types, including color-treated and sensitive scalps.

How does this shampoo help reduce flakes and itching?

The active ingredient, 1% pyrithione zinc, targets the scalp conditions commonly associated with dandruff and helps reduce visible flaking and itchiness when used regularly. Supporting ingredients work alongside the medicated component to calm irritation and restore balance to the scalp.

• 1% pyrithione zinc addresses dandruff-related flakes and itch.
• Ceramides help maintain the scalp’s protective barrier to prevent moisture loss.
• Niacinamide soothes redness and supports a healthier scalp environment.
• Hyaluronic acid provides lightweight hydration to prevent dryness and tightness.

Will this product work with my hair type or color-treated hair?

This formula is created for use on all hair textures—straight, wavy, curly, and coily—and is safe for color-treated hair. Its sulfate-free, pH-balanced base cleanses without harsh detergents that can strip color or natural oils.

• Sulfate-free surfactants for gentler cleansing on textured or colored hair.
• Formulated to avoid common irritants: free of dyes, parabens, fragrance, MIT.
• Suitable for daily styling routines and professional color maintenance.

How should I use it to get the best results?

For optimal improvement in flakes and scalp comfort, use the shampoo at least twice weekly or follow your provider’s instructions. Pairing it with the matching CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Conditioner can help remove residue while preserving moisture and softness.

• Massage into wet hair and scalp, lather, then rinse thoroughly.
• Use regularly—twice weekly or as directed—to reduce visible flakes over time.
• Follow with CeraVe Anti-Dandruff Conditioner for added softness and buildup removal.

Is this gentle enough for sensitive scalps?

Yes—the shampoo is allergy-tested and free from fragrances, dyes, and harsh preservatives that often irritate sensitive skin. The inclusion of ceramides and hyaluronic acid helps protect and moisturize the scalp while the medicated ingredient addresses dandruff symptoms.

• Allergy-tested formulation minimizes potential irritants.
• Sulfate-free and fragrance-free for reduced irritation risk.
• Ceramides help restore the scalp’s natural protective layer.

Who is this for: CeraVe Hydrating Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is intended for anyone seeking a dermatologist-developed dandruff care option that balances effective flake control with gentle, hydrating support. It’s a practical choice for people with sensitive or dry scalps, those with color-treated or textured hair, and anyone who wants to combine medicated dandruff relief with barrier-repairing ingredients for healthier-looking hair and scalp.

Ingredients

PYRITHIONE ZINC 1% • WATER • SODIUM C14-16 OLEFIN SULFONATE • DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE • DISODIUM COCOAMPHODIACETATE • SODIUM CHLORIDE • GLYCOL DISTEARATE • AMODIMETHICONE • SODIUM LAURYL SULFOACETATE • PPG-5-CETETH-20 • POTATO STARCH MODIFIED • COCAMIDE MIPA • CERAMIDE NP • CERAMIDE AP • CERAMIDE EOP • CARBOMER • NIACINAMIDE • TRIDECETH-6 • TRIETHYL CITRATE • SODIUM HYDROXIDE • SODIUM BENZOATE • SODIUM LAUROYL LACTYLATE • SALICYLIC ACID • SODIUM POLYNAPHTHALENESULFONATE • SODIUM HYALURONATE • CHOLESTEROL • PHENOXYETHANOL • COCO-BETAINE • PROPYLENE GLYCOL • CITRIC ACID • CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE • CAPRYLYL GLYCOL • XANTHAN GUM • PHYTOSPHINGOSINE • POLYQUATERNIUM-10 • ACRYLATES COPOLYMER • BENZOIC ACID