A water-light flake-care wash designed for curly and coily hair
Vichy Dercos Water-to-Foam Shampoo for flaky scalps is a shampoo for curls and coils that cares for all types of visible flakes, even stubborn ones. It starts as a liquid, water-like formula and turns into foam on the scalp, so it spreads easily between textured hair without weighing it down. Salicylic acid helps lift flakes, piroctone olamine helps keep the scalp looking clear of flakes, and niacinamide and menthol soothe the scalp. The scalp feels clean and fresh and curls stay soft.
How it works
The fluid, almost watery texture reaches the scalp easily, even through dense or tightly coiled hair, then foams up as you massage. It rinses out cleanly and leaves a light, fresh feeling from the menthol.
Who it suits
- Curly, coily and textured hair with a flaky scalp
- Flakes that keep coming back
- Scalps that feel uncomfortable and need a fresh feel
- Anyone who finds classic flake-care shampoos too drying on curls
Worth knowing before you buy: It contains fragrance and menthol, which gives a cooling feel that very reactive scalps may not enjoy. For sensitive scalps, the Dercos Sensitive Scalp shampoo is fragrance-free.
Complete the routine

Dercos Sensitive Scalp
A fragrance-free option for reactive scalps.
Shop →
Dercos Ultra Soothing
A gentle shampoo for days between treatments.
Shop →Characteristics
- Texture: water-to-foam liquid
- Hair type: curly, coily and textured hair
- Concerns: flaky scalp, visible flakes, scalp discomfort
- When to apply: 2 to 3 times a week, or as often as needed
- Main benefits: reduces visible flakes, soothes the scalp, keeps curls soft
How to use
Apply to wet hair, directly on the scalp, and massage to work up a foam. Leave on for about 2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Use 2 to 3 times a week, alternating with your usual wash if needed. Avoid contact with the eyes.
Active ingredients
- Salicylic acid: helps lift and remove flakes
- Piroctone olamine: helps keep the scalp looking clear of flakes
- Niacinamide: helps soothe the scalp
- Menthol: gives a fresh, cooling feel
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau · Glycerin · Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate · Cocamidopropyl Betaine · Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid · Triethyl Citrate · Salicylic Acid · Benzoic Acid · Citric Acid · Menthol · Niacinamide · PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate · PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil · Piroctone Olamine · Polyquaternium-67 · Propylene Glycol · Sodium Benzoate · Sodium Chloride · Sodium Hydroxide · Parfum/Fragrance
Formulations are updated by the manufacturer from time to time. Always check the packaging you receive.
Manufacturer information
Brand: Vichy France (Cosmétique Active International / Cosmétique Active France)
Address: TSA 75000, 93584 Saint-Ouen Cedex, France
EAN: 3337875906760
