New Dandruff Shampoo

As if the white flakes on your clothes weren't embarrassing enough, dandruff shampoos often carry that telltale medicinal odor. Not anymore. Several new offerings smell heavenly.

Most dandruff is caused by malassezia, a microorganism that leaves behind fatty acids that can be irritating, says Procter & Gamble scientist Dianna Kenneally. The body's natural defense is to create more skin. That causes flaking. The new Head & Shoulders supercharged zinc formula eliminates the malassezia -- and the dandruff.

Along with the usual suspects you've seen in stores for years, major hair care companies have also entered the dandruff market. Pantene's True Confidence Anti-Dandruff 2 in 1 cleans, conditions and stops the itching and flaking with a special Amino Pro-V Complex. For guys, L'Oréal's new Vive for Men Anti-Dandruff Shampoo has a masculine scent, fights flakes and helps thinning hair look thicker.

Lather up with these products, and in no time at all you'll be wearing black shirts again with confidence.