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Nizoral Shampoo vs. MDhair Restore Shampoo for Scalp Health

Nizoral Shampoo and MDhair Restore Shampoo have been developed to enhance scalp and hair health. Nizoral Shampoo is infused with Ketoconazole, an anti-fungal agent, while MDhair Restore Shampoo is crafted with a blend of active botanical extracts as determined by dermatological expertise. Let's explore the advantages and disadvantages of each product:

Nizoral Shampoo

Pros:

  • Contains anti-fungal medication
  • Specially formulated to help people with dandruff

Key ingredient:

  • Ketoconazole: an anti-fungal medication used primarily to treat fungal infections. It works by disrupting the cell membrane of fungi, effectively stopping the growth of the fungus and causing the infection.

Cons:

  • Contains sulfates (SLS)
  • Contains artificial frangrance
  • Contains synthetic color additives
  • Not customized
  • Does not provide medical support

Full ingredients:

Ketoconazole, Benzyl Alcohol, BHT, Blue 1, Citric Acid, Cocamide MEA, Fragrance, Glycol Distearate, Hydrochloric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Water

Application:

Apply to wet hair. Gently massage into the scalp using your fingertips. Leave for 2 minutes to allow deep penetration and full absorption of the essential oils and extracts. Rinse.

Cost:

$26/Bottle

MDhair Restore Shampoo

Pros:

  • Salicylic Acid helps reduce scalp flaking
  • Tea Tree Oil has antibacterial, anti-fungal properties
  • Coamins probiotics to balance scalp flora
  • A keratin volumizing shampoo utilizing DHT blockers to help stimulate the hair follicles for stronger, thicker hair
  • Includes Fo-Ti root extract to improve scalp health and help reduce premature graying
  • Contains Argan and black cumin seed oil for shinier, younger-looking hair
  • Sulfate-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, and color-safe

Key ingredients:

  • Keratin: A natural protein that fills the gaps in your hair shafts, boosting the strength of your hair and reducing the risk of breakage and split ends
  • Probiotic Lactobacillus Ferment: Facilitates the production of antioxidants while strengthening the scalp’s immunity and bacterial (biome) balance
  • Rosemary Leaf Oil: A plant extract that is known to stimulate hair regrowth and promote a healthy scalp
  • Pumpkin Seed Oil: A DHT blocker packed with Zinc, Selenium, Copper, Magnesium, Iron, Calcium, and vitamins A & B
  • Tea Tree Oil: Includes anti-fungal and antibacterial effects that help reduce inflammation, redness, and itchiness of the scalp
  • Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract (Fo-ti): Used for centuries in Chinese medicine to slow down hair graying
  • Biotin: Also known as vitamin H, it is believed to strengthen hair follicles, improve scalp circulation, and increase the hair density

Cons:

  • Not Vegan
  • Best used in combination with MDhair topical scalp serum and the optional MDhair marine collagen peptides

Application:

Wash your hair regularly and leave it on the scalp for a few minutes before rinsing.

Cost:

$22/Bottle

Full ingredients:

Aqua, Glycerin, Aloe Vera Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Cocoamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Cocamide MIPA, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Polyquaternium-71, Glycol Distearate, TEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Dimethicone, Angelica Sinensis Extract, Tea Tree Oil, Lactobacillus Ferment, Argan Oil, Black Cumin Seed Oil, Nettle Leaf Extract, Salicylic Acid, Biotin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Black Castor Oil, Caffeine, Saw Palmetto Berry Extract, Rosemary Leaf Oil, Ginger Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract (Fo-Ti), Pumpkin Seed Oil, Hexapeptide, Vitamin E, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Pyrithione, Lavender Oil, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexyl Glycerin


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