Anti-Dandruff Scalp Oil for Itchy, Flaky Scalps

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Anti-Dandruff Scalp Oil for Itchy, Flaky Scalps

Name: Anti-Dandruff Scalp Oil for Itchy, Flaky Scalps
Brand: Ayumi
SKU: AYHORMSC00100
Price: 24.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.58 (45 reviews)

Pre-shampoo treatment with Neem, Rosemary and Tulsi. Independently lab tested.

100ml

£24.99

100% Natural

Lab Tested

Cruelty Free

Vegan

A flaky, itchy scalp is rarely just cosmetic. It is usually the visible sign of a yeast overgrowth, and most dandruff treatments manage what you can see rather than what is causing it.

This is a pre-shampoo scalp treatment with Neem, Rosemary and Tulsi. It goes on before you wash and sits where the yeast actually lives. In independent laboratory testing, it reduced Malassezia furfur, a yeast associated with dandruff, by 99.73% in vitro within ten seconds of contact.

A natural dandruff treatment, tested rather than assumed.

Key Benefits of Anti-Dandruff Oil

• Softens flakes so they lift away instead of needing to be scrubbed

• Calms the itch that keeps the scratch cycle going

• Clears the build-up that feeds flaking

• Comforts scalps left tight by medicated shampoos

• Leave on overnight for stubborn flaking

Lab Tested | Vegan | Cruelty Free | PETA Certified | UK Made

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Who Should Use Anti-Dandruff Scalp Oil

Persistent dandruff or scalp build-up
Itchy, sore or reactive scalps
Oily scalps prone to flaking
A natural alternative to medicated shampoos
Scalps left dry and tight by medicated formulas
All hair types, including colour-treated

Active Ingredients

Neem

Tulsi

Centella (Gotu Kola)

Shikakai

Rosemary oil

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi) Leaf Extract, Trigonella Foenum-Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Extract, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citral*, Limonene*, Linalool*. * Naturally occurring in essential oils No mineral oil. No silicones. No parabens.

Benefits

A Flaky Scalp Treatment

That Softens Rather Than Scrubs Dry flakes cling. Most people end up scratching or scrubbing at them, which irritates the scalp and produces more flaking a few days later. Oiling first loosens them so the shampoo lifts them away cleanly. You'll notice it in what comes off in the shower rather than what lands on your collar.

An Itchy, Flaky Scalp Remedy That Deals With the Cause

The itch is what keeps the whole thing running. You scratch without noticing, the scalp inflames, and an inflamed scalp flakes harder. Tulsi has been used on irritated scalps in Ayurvedic practice for centuries, and Neem works alongside it. Break the scratching and you've broken most of the cycle.

How to Get Rid of Scalp Build-Up

Styling residue, dry shampoo and old conditioner settle on the scalp and trap oil underneath. That's what the yeast feeds on, which is why flakes often get worse the more product you use. Think of it as a scalp detox that happens before the wash rather than instead of it.

An Anti-Dandruff Treatment Without the Tightness

Medicated shampoos work, and plenty of people can't get on with them. They leave the scalp dry, tender and worse than it started. There are no medicated actives in this bottle. Sesame, sweet almond and avocado carry the botanicals in and replenish the skin while they're there.

An Overnight Hair Treatment for Stubborn Flaking

Thirty minutes is the minimum worth bothering with. As a pre-shampoo treatment it has hours on your scalp rather than the minute a shampoo gets, and overnight is where that pays. It's also the answer if you're wondering why your scalp itches at night: warm room, no distractions, and you notice everything. Old pillowcase, shampoo out in the morning, and expect to wash twice.

How to Use

1. Section your hair. Divide into sections so the oil reaches the scalp evenly rather
than sitting on the lengths.

2. Apply directly to the scalp. Use the dropper or fingertips, focusing on areas
where flakes and itching are worst.

3. Massage for five minutes. Fingertips, not nails. Small circular movements across
the whole scalp.

4. Leave it on. Thirty minutes minimum, one to two hours is better, overnight for
stubborn flaking. Use an old pillowcase.

5. Shampoo out thoroughly. Apply Ayumi Anti-Dandruff Shampoo to dry, oiled hair first,
then add water and lather. That makes the oil far easier to rinse. Follow with
the conditioner on the lengths.

Use two to three times weekly.

Safety Precautions

Age: Suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over. For external use only.

General: If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, using prescription scalp medication, or have a diagnosed scalp condition, speak to a qualified healthcare practitioner before use. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Patch test first if your scalp reacts easily.

Ingredients: Contains natural essential oils including Bergamot, Lemon and Eucalyptus.

Usage: Pre-wash treatment for external use on the scalp and hair only. Avoid contact with eyes and rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Not for ingestion.

Storage: Below 25°C, in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Keep tightly sealed.

Ingredients

Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Azadirachta Indica (Neem) Leaf Extract, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi) Leaf Extract, Trigonella Foenum-Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Extract, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Fruit Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citral*, Limonene*, Linalool*.

* Naturally occurring in essential oils
No mineral oil. No silicones. No parabens.

Delivery Details

For all orders £40 and above within the UK, Ayumi Naturals will provide you with FREE Delivery.

UK standard tracked delivery: £3.99 This service normally takes between 1 – 3 working days.

UK next day tracked delivery : £8.99 (if ordered by 2pm, excludes weekends and bank holidays)

UK rates DO NOT apply for Guernsey & Jersey. For orders to Guernsey & Jersey, the respective region must be selected from the “Country / Region” shipping field. Shipping cost available at checkout.

Brexit Shipping Update: Good news for our EU customers:
We’re now IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) members, which means any orders from us to EU countries will not incur any additional duties or customs charges. Unfortunately we are currently unable to ship to Russia and Bulgaria. You can shop with confidence, knowing there will be no surprise fees at delivery.

Please note: To qualify for IOSS, the total order value should not exceed €150.

Anti-Dandruff Scalp Oil for Itchy, Flaky Scalps

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FAQ

How do I get rid of dandruff?

Four steps, repeated for a month:
1. Oil the scalp before washing, so flakes soften and lift rather than needing to be scratched off.
2. Wash two to three times a week with an anti-dandruff shampoo, massaging for a full minute.
3. Condition the mid-lengths and ends only, keeping product off the roots.
4. Keep going once it clears, because dandruff is managed rather than cured.

Most people see a clear difference within two to four weeks. The mistake is stopping the moment your scalp looks better, which is why flaking so often returns a fortnight later.

What causes dandruff?

Dandruff is caused by an overgrowth of Malassezia, a yeast that lives on almost everyone’s scalp and feeds on its natural oils. When it multiplies faster than the skin can shed, you get flaking and itching. Excess sebum, product build-up, hard water, central heating and stress all tip the balance.

It isn’t caused by poor hygiene, and washing more often with a harsh shampoo usually makes it worse rather than better.

How do I stop dandruff coming back?

Keep a maintenance routine going rather than stopping when your scalp clears. That means an anti-dandruff shampoo once or twice a week, a pre-shampoo oil whenever the scalp feels tight or itchy, and rinsing thoroughly so no conditioner is left sitting at the roots.

If flakes appear within a day or two of washing, the culprit is usually product residue rather than the dandruff itself. Rinse for longer than feels necessary.

Can dandruff cause hair loss?

Dandruff doesn’t directly cause hair loss. It affects the surface of the scalp rather than the follicle. What does cause damage is persistent scratching, which breaks hair and inflames the skin, and that can increase shedding. Calming the itch protects your hair as much as your scalp.

If shedding continues once the flaking has settled, speak to your GP. Hair loss has plenty of causes unrelated to dandruff, and they’re worth ruling out.

Is it dandruff or a dry scalp?

Dandruff flakes are larger, slightly oily and often yellowish, and they cling to the hair. Dry scalp flakes are small, white and powdery, and they brush off easily. Dandruff tends to itch a few days after washing; a dry scalp itches straight afterwards.

Greasy roots with flaking is dandruff. Everything feeling tight is dryness. Plenty of people have both at once, which is why the flakes don’t always look consistent.

How do you get rid of dandruff naturally?

Use botanicals with evidence behind them rather than kitchen remedies. Neem has the longest record on flaking scalps, and rosemary alongside it has been studied against the yeast associated with dandruff. Apply as a pre-shampoo oil, leave for thirty minutes or overnight, then wash out.

Worth avoiding apple cider vinegar, lemon juice and bicarbonate of soda. All three come up constantly, and all three shift the scalp’s pH sharply, usually leaving it more irritated than it started.

Can dandruff be cured permanently?

No. Dandruff is managed rather than cured, because the yeast behind it lives on everyone’s scalp and can’t be permanently removed. What you can do is keep it in balance, and for most people that means a consistent weekly routine rather than an occasional intensive one.

If flaking is severe and unchanged after a month, or your scalp is inflamed, weeping, crusting or painful, see your GP. Persistent severe flaking is often seborrhoeic dermatitis, which needs a proper diagnosis and usually a medicated treatment.

How do I get rid of dandruff overnight?

Nothing clears dandruff in a single night, but an overnight treatment is the fastest way to shift visible flakes. Apply a pre-shampoo scalp oil, massage it in for five minutes, leave it on overnight and shampoo out in the morning. The flakes soften and lift with the wash.

You’ll see fewer flakes the next day. Getting rid of dandruff properly still takes two to four weeks of consistent use, and anything promising otherwise is overselling it.

Is coconut oil good for dandruff?

Coconut oil is a decent moisturiser, but there’s little evidence it acts on the yeast that causes dandruff. It also solidifies below room temperature, which makes it awkward to apply evenly and hard to wash out. Neem and rosemary have the research behind them.

If your scalp is dry rather than flaking, coconut oil may ease the tightness. It won’t do much for dandruff itself.

Is it dandruff or scalp psoriasis?

Dandruff flakes are loose, slightly oily and brush off easily. Scalp psoriasis produces thicker, silvery scales on clearly defined raised patches, with red skin underneath, and it usually appears elsewhere too, on elbows, knees or behind the ears.

If the patches are well defined, painful, bleeding or spreading beyond your scalp, see your GP. Scalp psoriasis and seborrhoeic dermatitis both need proper diagnosis, and neither is something a cosmetic oil treats.

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