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Salicylic acid shampoo.

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 conditions.

Best for

Acne-prone skin
Haircare

The Guru Index verdict

79%

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What the gurus are saying

Dermatologists consistently recommend this shampoo for scalp issues including seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, oily flaking scalp, and follicle inflammation from sweat and clogged pores. The 3% salicylic acid concentration is praised for effectively breaking down flakes and dead skin cells. A standout feature is the unscented formula. Experts advise using it two to three times weekly and leaving it on the scalp for three to five minutes for best results.
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Key actives & flags

Salicylic acid (BHA)Fragrance-freeAlcohol-free

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

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What the gurus are saying.

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