Head & Shoulders

For almost 50 years, Head & Shoulders has provided millions of consumers with superior scalp care.

Introduced in 2007, the proprietary zinc pyrithione (ZPT) formula in Head & Shoulders effectively targets the source of dandruff so men and women can feel confident that their hair looks great. With full lines of shampoos and conditioners, Head & Shoulders systems provide the dual benefits of achieving both a healthy scalp and great-looking hair. Offering ten shampoos and five corresponding conditioners, Head & Shoulders has a line to fit the needs of all men and women.

Dandruff: More than Visible Flakes

Head & Shoulders is working hard to dispel the myth that dandruff is only visible flakes. The truth is that flakes, one sign of an unhealthy scalp, are a result of the body’s natural reaction to Malassezia globosa (M. globosa), the dandruff-causing fungus that lives on the scalp of 100 percent of the adult population.

Thanks to breakthroughs in scalp care from the genomic sequencing of the Malassezia globosa fungus by Head & Shoulders and P&G Beauty, scientists can work toward additional scalp treatments for the millions of dandruff sufferers worldwide.

Head & Shoulders’ proprietary pyrithione zinc (ZPT) and hydra-mineral formula is an effective tool to control the growth and spread of M. globosa, helping to eliminate the fungus and ultimately promote a healthy scalp and great-looking hair.

In addition, Head & Shoulders provides seven essential scalp and hair benefits:

  • Removes Flakes
  • Fights Dryness
  • Calms Itching
  • Relieves Irritation
  • Reduces Redness
  • Controls Oiliness
  • Gives Beautiful Hair

Head & Shoulders Partners with Troy Polamalu

Head & Shoulders® has partnered with two-time Super Bowl Champion, Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu, as the official spokesperson for the brand. Troy’s hair, his well-known trademark, is a tribute to his Samoan roots and, in his culture, represents power and strength. With the rigorous training, Troy’s long, curly hair is always taking a beating. Head & Shoulders goes right to the source and takes care of the scalp, giving him great and healthy looking hair, making Head & Shoulders a trusted brand and partner for Troy.

Together, Head & Shoulders and Troy are working with Operation Once in a Lifetime (OOIAL), a non-profit organization dedicated to making the dreams of soldiers come true, to grant the wishes of seven deserving U.S. soldiers. Head & Shoulders is also pledging thousands of bottles of shampoo over the next six months to the Return Respect Program, an initiative created by Head & Shoulders and OOIAL to stock U.S. barracks, which are currently lacking in toiletries, for returning soldiers.

Follow Troy as he ramps up and powers through his Super Bowl defending season on www.TroyTacklesMore.com.

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