Paul Mitchell is a brand of professional hair care products available for purchase in salons and in some retailers. One specialty product offered by the brand is the Tea Tree Oil shampoo, a formula that is used to rid the hair of impurities and is also thought to improve dandruff. There are other ingredients in this shampoo that offer other benefits in addition to cleansing the hair.
History
The Paul Mitchell brand was created in the 1970s by two men named Paul Mitchell and John Paul DeJoria. The two men formed the company to support hair professionals by providing luxury hair care at a reasonable price. The Tea Tree Oil shampoo is a more recent addition to the product line.
Ingredients
Tea Tree Special Shampoo contains natural tea tree oil, peppermint and lavender. These three products serve several purposes, including providing a strong smell described as fresh or invigorating by the manufacturer. Both tea tree oil and peppermint cause a tingling sensation when applied to the scalp. Lavender is a flower often used to increase calmness or relaxation.
Types
In addition to the classic Tea Tree Special Shampoo, two variations are available for purchase. The first is lemon sage, a thickening shampoo, and the second is lavender mint, a hydrating shampoo. Tea Tree Special shampoo is safe for every day use but is also marketed as a dandruff shampoo.
Benefits
The efficacy of Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Oil shampoo for the treatment of dandruff has not been studied in a clinical setting, but the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology reported that the use of a 5 percent tea tree oil shampoo reduced dandruff symptoms by 41 percent in a clinical study. This suggests that tea tree oil at this concentration can reduce itchiness and the presence of the fungi that may be causing dandruff. The oil shampoo was not effective in reducing scales.
Considerations
The Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Oil shampoo is safe for use on color-treated hair. It is also safe for everyday use. Its natural ingredients make it a pleasant-smelling option for individuals with mild to moderate dandruff problems. When dandruff causes severe flaking, bleeding or infection of the scalp, medical treatment should be obtained. This shampoo product is not the same as a prescription or medicated dandruff product. Consumers may experience complete satisfaction with the shampoo, but it is also possible for the product to have minimal impact on scalp problems such as dandruff.
References
- Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. "Treatment of Dandruff with 5% Tea Tree Oil Shampoo." (2002). Satchell, AC., Saurajen, A., Bell, C., Barnetson, RS. Dec: 47(6); 852-5
- Paul Mitchell: Tea Tree
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