anti-dandruff

adjective

: used to treat or prevent dandruff
anti-dandruff shampoo

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According to a 2022 research review, essential oils have a strong potential to be developed as anti-dandruff products. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2025 Medicated anti-dandruff shampoos can help manage dandruff. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 2 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1874, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of anti-dandruff was in 1874

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“Anti-dandruff.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-dandruff. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

Medical Definition

anti-dandruff

adjective
an·​ti-dan·​druff
-ˈdan-drəf
variants also antidandruff
: tending to treat or prevent dandruff
an anti-dandruff shampoo
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