The 15 best shampoos that protect your scalp

On a daily basis, and without being conscious, we subject the hair to a high amount of external agents. On the one hand, they make our hair dirty, but on the other, they also deteriorate it.

The products that have a special interest in the care of your scalp are shampoos, since they are the ones that interact directly with the dirt of the hair and in turn, with the essential proteins of your hair.

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In this article we bring you the 15 best shampoos that protect your scalp, its characteristics and its price (for every 250 ml of product).

What is the scalp?

The scalp is the set of tissues that covers the skull. It is made up of several layers, the same as skin; epidermis, dermis and hypodermis, the latter being the innermost. The scalp functions mainly as a physical barrier, immune protector and thermal insulator.

The scalp is renewed at the cellular level approximately every two weeks. The hair follicle, which is the cell that forms keratinocytes, produces one million keratinocytes daily, which are the new hair cells.

These cells produce fibrous keratin, the essential protein in hair, which gives hair integrity and resistance. In turn, the dead cells are shed by means of scales.

At the base of the follicle is the sebaceous gland, which is responsible for producing oil and keeping the hair lubricated and protected. Using shampoos with many salts and / or aggressive substances can lead to loss of lubrication and hair shine.

Hair health

Substances to which we are exposed on a daily basis are those that constantly damage our scalp. For example, tap water in the shower contains many oxidative minerals that oxidize and damage hair.

These substances erode the proteins of the hair, producing microholes, which is called protein porosis. Another example would be the composition of the air. The air is full of irritating and oxidizing particles that are in constant contact with our hair.

On the other hand, you should bear in mind that the shampoos that we use practically daily, usually contain surfactants (the well-known sulfates), which are molecules that are added to shampoos to produce lather and thus facilitate the removal of dirt and at the same time emulsify the water with the fat from the hair.

There are different types of surfactants, more or less aggressive and gentle on the scalp.. Using shampoos that contain substances to protect the scalp and that, in addition, contain others that do not damage it, is key to maintaining healthy hair; strong, shiny, resistant and without split ends.

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The 15 best shampoos that protect your hair and scalp

But, What are the best shampoos that protect your scalp? Let's see some examples of them. We will also indicate its price for each 250 ml of product, as well as its properties and main characteristics.

By periodically using any of these shampoos, you can keep your scalp healthy and protected.

In addition, most of them add beauty to the hair, and will make you look healthy and beautiful.

1. Resistance Bain Extentioniste by Kérastase

The first of the shampoos that protect your scalp that we are going to comment on is the Resistance Bain Extentioniste by Kérastase. It has been the most valued in several of the criteria of our tests, so it is a meritorious winner.

This shampoo contains amino acids and ceramides that give strength and elasticity to the hair, from root to tip.

These components also favor the reconstruction of the internal structure of the hair, providing it with resistance, as well as softness.

• Its price is between 12 and 15 euros for 250 ml, and you can get it both in supermarkets and in stores specialized in cosmetics and hygiene.

2. Shea Moisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo

This shampoo has in its composition coconut oil and shea butter, softening and nourishing substances that provide a good dose of energy and shine to the hair.

It is one of the most recommended and has obtained the best marks in our tests, only behind Kérastase.

• It has an intermediate price, between 8 and 9 euros for every 250 ml.

3. Klorane Shampoo with Peoina extract from China

Due to its main ingredient, which is a flower (Peony), this shampoo gives softness, shine and freshness, in addition to protecting the leather scalp maintaining the physiological pH of 5.5, a factor that helps maintain optimal hydration and luminosity for your mane.

It has also obtained high scores, and its evaluations in different specialized portals make it win the bronze medal in our selection of leather-friendly shampoos scalp.

• Its price is between 7 and 8 euros for every 250 ml.

4. L'Oreal Elvive Low Extraordinary Oil Dry Hair Shampoo

Another of the shampoos that protect your scalp is this one from L'Oreal Elvive. This shampoo contains natural oils that hydrate and lubricate the hair.

In addition, it does not contain sulfated surfactants so it does not foam, so it is considered a washing cream rather than a shampoo.

On the other hand, this shampoo removes dirt and impurities gently and without aggression, which protects the scalp. (3-4 euros)

5. Roche Posay Kerium Physiological Shampoo

This shampoo contains thermal water as a base, which provides softness, lightness and shine. It lacks parabens and silicones so it does not irritate the hair. It can be used by both children and adults as it also relieves itching and stinging. (6-7 euros)

6. Oblepikha Natura Sibérica shampoo

This shampoo contains vitamins and amino acids that nourish and repair hair. It also contains natural oils that favor the production of natural keratin, for shiny and strong hair.

It also contains Ginseng and Pine Bark, which retain moisture in the hair structure, making it an ideal shampoo for summer and protection from dryness. (4-5 euros)

7. Apivita nourishing and repairing shampoo

Continuing with the list of shampoos that protect your scalp, we find this one from Apivita. Apivita works a wide range of hair products. In general, all their shampoos are especially nourishing and repairing.

The olive and honey-based shampoo protects the scalp because, in addition to deeply nourishing, it prevents hair breakage and the appearance of split ends. (11-13 euros)

8. Ducray balancing shampoo

As its name suggests, this shampoo maintains the pH, as it lacks silicones, so it protects the scalp, giving hair rigor and shine. In addition, its biodegradable formula respects the environmental impact. (6-7 euros)

9. Herbal essences detox shampoo

This commercial brand has several presentations of low cost detox shampoo; without silicones and with substances that maintain the pH. The one with white tea and mint, indicated for dull hair.

10. Herbal essences orange and mint detox shampoo

Also among the Herbal essences shampoos that protect your scalp, we find this one with orange and mint, which provides volume.

11. Herbal essences raspberry mint detox shampoo

This shampoo, also from the Herbal essences range, is made from raspberry and mint, and is indicated for colored hair. Its cost is between 1 and 2 euros.

12. Vichy Dercos Nutrients Detox Purifying Shampoo

Shampoo from the well-known brand Vichy, contains detoxifying spirulina and purifying charcoal, with a cleansing base of plant origin. It favors the elimination of pollution particles and its absence of silicones gives a natural touch to the hair. (7-8 euros)

13. Rosehip Shampoo Bio Drasanvi

This commercial house takes advantage of the widely known properties of Rosehip (moisturizing, antioxidant and repairing). Clone its formulation rich in Rosehip and Geranium oil, this shampoo provides repair and hydration, as well as having a sweet and floral aroma. (3-4 euros)

14. Revlon Pro Your Repair Shampoo

Shampoo formulated with hydrolyzed keratin, thus strengthening the cuticle and producing a regenerating and protective action on the scalp. Gives a rigorous finish, flexibility and shine. (3-4 euros)

15. Aromachology Strength & Density Shampoo

Finally, the last of the best shampoos that protect your scalp is the Aromachology Strength & Density Shampoo.

This shampoo contains 5 oils (Juniper, Ylang ylang, Cypress, Rosemary, and Cedar) as well as amino acids of vegetable origin, which densify, strengthen the hair, in addition to limiting the loss of fine hair and fragile. It costs between 14 and 15 euros.

Bibliographic references

• Navarro, R. (2018). Hair treatments to regain the firmness and shine of your hair. My pharma.

• Revuelta, A., Muñoz, I. and Gutiérrez, L. (2016). Hair cosmetics in the pharmacy. All Dermo. Skin care