Neutrogena

Salicylic acid shampoo.

Haircare

About this product

A medicated shampoo containing 3% salicylic acid designed to exfoliate the scalp and treat flaking, buildup, and scalp inflammation.

Best for

Acne-prone skin

Type

HaircareLiquid

Key actives

Salicylic acid (BHA)

Formula notes

Fragrance-freeNo drying alcohol

Full ingredients

Salicylic Acid (3%), Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Polyquaternium-22, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Hexylene Glycol, Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

Guru Score

79%

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What the gurus are saying

At 3% salicylic acid, this shampoo works to break down flakes and scalp buildup, making it a strong choice for seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, oily scalp prone to flaking, and follicle inflammation from sweat and clogged pores. The unscented formula is a practical plus for sensitive scalps. Dermatologists suggest using it at least two to three times weekly, leaving it on for three to five minutes before rinsing to let the active work.

Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take September 2025

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What the gurus are saying.

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Dr. Shereene Idriss

1.71M subs

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"Neutrogena had a salicylic acid shampoo that can work great for the scalp."

Dr. Aleksandra Brown

131k subs

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"Neutrogena salicylic acid shampoo with 3% salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is an active ingredient that helps exfoliate the top layer of the scalp so it will eliminate any flakes and dead skin cells that you have. I always recommend using medicated shampoo at least 2 to 3 times per week. It's important to leave it on your scalp for about 3 to 5 minutes before you rinse it off."

All 2 takes from Dr. Aleksandra Brown

Dermatologist’s Haircare Routine For Healthy Scalp & Strong Hair | Dr. Aleksandra Brown

"The Neutrogena salicylic acid shampoo has 3% salicylic acid so it helps break down any flakes and scalp buildup. This is really good for seborrheic dermatitis but also for psoriasis and really good for oily scalp that's prone to flaking. It also helps if you have any [folliculitis] or inflammation in your hair follicles, such as if you work out and you tend to be a head sweater, those pores sometimes get clogged, so this is a really good one to help unclog those pores. The Neutrogena one has zero scent whatsoever."

Seborrheic Dermatitis: 3 Dermatologist-Approved Tips to Manage Scalp Care | Dr. Aleksandra Brown

Common questions

Frequently asked.

What is Neutrogena Salicylic acid shampoo?

A medicated shampoo containing 3% salicylic acid designed to exfoliate the scalp and treat flaking, buildup, and scalp inflammation.

Is Neutrogena Salicylic acid shampoo worth it?

Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 79%.

What is Neutrogena Salicylic acid shampoo's Guru Score?

Neutrogena Salicylic acid shampoo holds a Guru Score of 79%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 independent expert reviewers we have collected.