Vichy Dercos Anti-Dandruff DS Shampoo is a specialized dermatological shampoo designed to care for the scalp suffering from dandruff, itching, and recurring flaking while addressing the needs of dry hair. It helps remove flakes, purify the scalp, and reduce itching and discomfort without leaving the hair feeling dry or rough. Its formula is mainly based on Selenium DS with Salicylic Acid to help target dandruff, break down buildup, and support scalp balance, so the scalp looks cleaner, clearer, and more comfortable.

It features a creamy and nourishing formula designed for dry hair that turns into a foam to help gently exfoliate the scalp and remove flakes, while maintaining hair softness, flexibility, and comfort after washing. The regular-use program helps reduce dandruff recurrence for up to 6 weeks, making it a suitable choice for those who need to combine intensive anti-dandruff care with maintaining the quality and softness of dry hair.

Main Features and Benefits:

• Specialized anti-dandruff care for dry hair: Helps remove visible flakes and care for the scalp with a formula designed to maintain the softness of dry hair.
• Contains 1% Selenium Disulfide Selenium DS to help target factors associated with dandruff and support scalp balance.
• Contains 1% Salicylic Acid to help exfoliate flakes and accumulated dead skin cells and purify the scalp surface.
• Helps remove visible dandruff from the first use with continued use of the suitable care program.
• Helps reduce itching and discomfort associated with dandruff and recurring flaking, so the scalp feels more comfortable.
• Contributes to cleansing and purifying the scalp from flakes and buildup that may affect its comfort and appearance.
• Helps support scalp microbiome balance associated with maintaining a more stable scalp that is less prone to recurring dandruff.
• Its creamy formula provides nourishing care for dry hair to help avoid a rough feeling while treating dandruff.
• Helps maintain hair softness and flexibility so you do not have to compromise hair quality while caring for dandruff.
• Helps make hair look softer and more vibrant after cleansing the scalp and removing flakes and buildup.
• Provides protection against dandruff recurrence for up to 6 weeks after completing the regular-use program.
• Features a creamy foam that helps during massage to gently exfoliate the scalp without the need for harsh scratching or rubbing.
• Combines dandruff removal, itch soothing, scalp purification, and dry hair care in one dermatological shampoo.

Helps To:

• Remove dandruff and visible flakes.
• Reduce recurring dandruff appearance.
• Soothe scalp itching.
• Reduce flaking and buildup.
• Purify the scalp and maintain its cleanliness.
• Support scalp microbiome balance.
• Care for scalp prone to recurring dandruff.
• Maintain dry hair softness during the anti-dandruff care program.
• Reduce the feeling of hair roughness and dryness after washing.
• Give the scalp a more comfortable and refreshed feeling.
• Reduce dandruff recurrence after the intensive-use phase.

Suitable for:

Expected Results:

• Helps make the scalp look cleaner and less flaky after use.
• Visible reduction in dandruff and visible flakes with commitment to the program.
• Helps relieve itching and discomfort associated with dandruff.
• A scalp that feels more comfortable, refreshed, and clear.
• Helps restore scalp balance and reduce dandruff recurrence.
• Hair feels more soft and nourished compared to anti-dandruff shampoos that may cause dryness.
• Helps maintain the flexibility and softness of dry hair during the intensive anti-dandruff care period.
• Possibility of removing up to 100% of visible dandruff from the first wash under test conditions.
• Helps provide protection against dandruff recurrence for up to 6 weeks after the regular-use phase.
• Results vary between people depending on dandruff severity, scalp nature, level of hair dryness, consistency of use, and other care products.

How to Use:

1. Wet the hair and scalp well with water.
2. Apply a suitable amount of shampoo to the scalp and wet hair.
3. Distribute the product gently until a smooth creamy foam forms.
4. Leave the shampoo on the scalp for two minutes.
5. Gently massage the scalp with fingertips, then rinse well with water.
6. During the intensive care phase, use 3 times weekly for 4 weeks.
7. After dandruff is controlled, use once weekly to help maintain the result and reduce recurrence.

Usage Tips from Beauty Time:

• The Beauty Time team recommends directing most of the shampoo to the scalp and roots, because dandruff starts from the scalp, while the foam passing through the hair lengths is enough to cleanse them without increasing dryness.
• Do not rinse the product immediately after forming the foam; leave it for a full two minutes so the scalp gets the suitable contact time with the active ingredients.
• During the first four weeks, commit to using it 3 times weekly regularly, because irregular use may make evaluating dandruff improvement more difficult.
• After controlling dandruff, move to once weekly to maintain the result instead of continuing intensive use unnecessarily.
• Because this version is designed for dry hair, avoid washing the lengths and rubbing them harshly; gently massage the scalp and let the flowing foam cleanse the rest of the hair.
• If the ends are very dry or damaged, use after shampoo a conditioner or moisturizing mask on the mid-lengths and ends to help maintain flexibility and softness.
• Use fingertips, not nails, when massaging the scalp so scratching does not increase redness, irritation, or flakes.
• Choose lukewarm water instead of very hot water, because high heat may increase hair dryness, itching, and discomfort.
• Do not try to remove flakes or scratch them manually; let the regular exfoliating and cleansing process help get rid of them gradually without harming the scalp.
• If you use a hair dryer, choose moderate heat and avoid directing hot air directly and closely at the scalp to help reduce dryness and irritation.
• If dandruff is severe or accompanied by thick flakes, strong redness, oozing, pain, or unusual hair loss, it is preferable to have the scalp evaluated by a dermatologist.
• If no clear improvement appears after following the program for 4 weeks, the scalp may need assessment of the cause and a different care option suitable for the condition.

Ingredients:

• Selenium DS - Selenium Sulfide 1%: The key anti-dandruff ingredient, and it helps reduce flakes, support scalp balance, and care for factors associated with recurring dandruff.
• Salicylic Acid 1%: Helps exfoliate flakes and accumulated dead skin cells, purify the scalp surface, and improve its clarity.
• Glycerin: Helps draw in moisture and support the softness and comfort of hair and scalp, which is especially important in a formula designed for dry hair.
• Dimethicone: Helps smooth hair fibers and reduce roughness and friction so the strands look smoother and more flexible.
• 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol: A ceramide-like ingredient that helps support the scalp barrier and improve the flexibility and softness of hair fibers.
• Menthol: Gives the scalp a refreshing and cooling feeling during use.
• Vitamin E - Tocopheryl Acetate: Provides antioxidant support to help protect the hair and scalp from oxidative factors.
• Full Ingredients: Aqua / Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycol Distearate, Dimethicone, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Selenium Sulfide, Carbomer, CI 47005 / Acid Yellow 3, Citric Acid, Menthol, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance.

Warnings:

• For external use only.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, and if the shampoo gets into them, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• Do not apply to wounded or severely irritated scalp.
• The product contains Selenium Sulfide and Salicylic Acid; therefore, follow the contact time and number of uses, and avoid leaving it on the scalp longer than needed.
  
• Avoid contact of the product with metal jewelry during washing as much as possible, and rinse the skin and hair well after use.
• Contains fragrance and menthol; therefore, this should be considered for people who are highly sensitive to these ingredients.
  
• Store in a moderate place away from high heat and direct sunlight.
• The ingredient list may be updated depending on versions; therefore, it is always preferable to review the ingredient list on the packaging.