15 Popular Shampoos for Men in Malaysia: Say No to Greasy Hair and Dandruff!

For plenty of guys in Malaysia, greasy hair is only half the problem, alright maybe most of the problem. 

But add in sweat, helmets, styling products and dandruff into the mix, and finding the right shampoo starts to matter a little more in our humid climate.

Thankfully, you do not need a complicated bathroom shelf filled with different brands. The trick is simply figuring out what bothers you most. 🤔

• Is it oily roots? 
• Flakes on your black T-shirt? 
• That itchy feeling by the end of the day? 
• Or hair that never seems to stay fresh for long?

We know the problems most men face, hence why we picked 15 popular shampoos available in Malaysia for different men's hair and scalp situations, let’s get to it.

15 Popular Shampoos for Men in Malaysia at a Glance

Note: Prices are approximate Malaysian retail prices checked in September 2026 and can vary with size, retailer and promotions.

1. KA’FEN Herbal Extract Artemisia Shampoo

Best for: Guys whose hair looks freshly washed in the morning but somehow greasy again before dinner.

If your scalp seems determined to produce oil faster than you can wash it away, KA’FEN Herbal Extract Artemisia Shampoo is the KA’FEN option that makes the most sense here, genuinely it’s good. 💪

The formula is designed to help balance scalp oil and deeply cleanse dirt and buildup, while also targeting scalp odour. Its ingredient list includes Artemisia vulgaris extract, menthol and piroctone olamine, making it especially good when oily roots come together with a dandruff-prone scalp.

If you seriously facing the four enemies of the scalp, this one is a serious contender!

Ideal For: Oily roots, greasy scalp, scalp odour and dandruff-prone scalps
Size: 300ml
Price: Around RM69 - RM 118

2. KA’FEN Herbal Extract Paeonia Lactiflora Shampoo

Best for: Guys whose scalp gets flaky, itchy or uncomfortable rather than simply oily.

Not every men’s scalp problem comes down to grease.

If you are more bothered by dandruff, itchiness or that irritated scalp feeling, KA’FEN Herbal Extract Paeonia Lactiflora Shampoo gives you a very different option from Artemisia.

The formula is developed for fine Asian hair and is positioned around soothing and calming the scalp while helping with dandruff and scalp acne. 

For those exploring hair care in Malaysia, it is a practical option for managing common scalp concerns in Malaysia’s hot and humid climate.

It also contains piroctone olamine, alongside other fancy names like Paeonia lactiflora root extract, menthol and other scalp-care ingredients 

Basically, it strips away excess oil and keep a temperamental scalp feeling cleaner and calmer (～￣▽￣)～

Ideal For: Dandruff-prone, itchy or sensitive scalps
Size: 300ml
Price: Around RM74.50 to RM85 at Watsons Malaysia.

3. CLEAR MEN Deep Cleanse Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Scalp that has to deal with oil, sweat and yesterday's styling wax all at once.

If pomade, wax or gel is part of your morning routine, a shampoo that focuses on buildup starts making more sense.

CLEAR MEN Deep Cleanse contains activated charcoal and citrus peel🍋, which the brand positions around absorbing and neutralising grease while deeply cleansing the scalp. It is also specifically marketed as an anti-dandruff shampoo for men.

This is probably the one to consider after those days when you have had styling products in since 8am, squeezed in a workout and still somehow need to look presentable for dinner.

Ideal For: Oily scalp, styling-product buildup and dandruff
Size: 315ml
Price: Around RM14.50 during current promotions, with a regular price around RM20.50.

4. Head & Shoulders Cool Menthol Shampoo

Best for: Anyone who wants their scalp to feel noticeably fresher after a hot, sweaty day.

There are two kinds of people when it comes to menthol shampoo🧴.

The first goes, “Ahh, finally.”

The second wonders why their head suddenly feels like it has its own air-conditioning.

If you are firmly in the first camp, Head & Shoulders Cool Menthol is an easy everyday option. The current Malaysian formula includes menthol and piroctone olamine, with the brand positioning it around dandruff and itch control.

That cooling feel can be especially satisfying after the gym, an outdoor lunch or an afternoon spent wearing a cap or helmet.

Ideal For: Everyday dandruff, itchiness and men who like a cooling wash
Size: 300ml and other sizes available
Price: Around RM15.50 for 300ml during current promotions.

5. Selsun Blue Advanced Oil Control Anti-Dandruff & Scalp Care Shampoo

Best for: When your dandruff has stopped being an occasional annoyance and started becoming a regular visitor.

A couple of flakes every now and then is one thing.

A scalp that gets oily, itchy and visibly flaky again and again deserves something a little more targeted.

Selsun Blue Advanced Oil Control combines selenium sulfide and piroctone olamine in a medicated anti-dandruff formula. It also contains salicylic acid and is specifically designed to help with oil buildup, greasiness and recurring dandruff.

Unlike a basic daily shampoo, the directions recommend massaging it onto the scalp for two to three minutes and using it at least twice weekly for best results.

So this is less “grab whatever is in the shower” and more “okay scalp, we need to sort this out” ╰(*°▽°*)╯

Ideal For: Persistent dandruff, oily scalp and recurring flakes
Size: 200ml
Price: Around RM36.80 normally, with promotional prices sometimes lower.

6. BAD LAB No Fuss Scalp Care Oily Hair Shampoo

Best for: Guys whose entire hair complaint can be summed up in two words: too oily.

BAD LAB No Fuss is specifically made for oily hair and scalp, with zinc PCA and menthol among its ingredients. Watsons (yes, that Watson) describes it as an oil-control shampoo intended to help keep the scalp cleaner while leaving hair looking fresher.

This is the one that makes sense if dandruff is not really ruining your day, but by late afternoon your hair looks like you skipped the morning shower.

It is also recommended for daily use, which makes it easy to fit into a regular workday or post-gym routine.

                                                   “If your hair is as oily as a plate of Char Kway Teow with a lot of wok hei, this one is for you.”

Ideal For: Very oily hair, greasy roots and frequent washers
Size: 350ml
Price: Around RM19.12 during promotions, with a regular price around RM23.90.

7. BAD LAB No Flakes ScalpCare Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Guys who keep brushing white flakes off dark shirts and want something straightforward for everyday use.

If oil is not your biggest problem, but dandruff keeps making repeat appearances, BAD LAB No Flakes is the more targeted option in the range.

It is designed specifically around dandruff and scalp care, so it makes more sense than the oil-control No Fuss version when flakes are what you actually notice first.

The appeal here is simplicity. You do not need a treatment-heavy routine or three scalp products lined up in the shower. It is an accessible everyday anti-dandruff shampoo for someone who just wants the scalp to behave itself, and honestly, simple life simple problem.✨

Ideal For: Everyday dandruff and visible flakes
Size: 350ml
Price: Around RM19 to RM24, depending on promotions

8. CLEAR MEN Cool Sport Menthol Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Sweaty days when your scalp feels like it has been trapped under a cap for hours.

This is the more sporty, cooling side of CLEAR MEN. 

A well-known brand by man, cool Sport Menthol is built around dandruff care with a noticeable menthol-fresh feel, which can be especially satisfying after a workout, football session, outdoor commute or long day in Malaysia’s humidity. 

If you already like that clean, almost icy scalp feeling after shampooing, this fits nicely into a regular routine.

Just remember that cooling does not automatically mean stronger dandruff control. The main reason to pick this one is that you want anti-dandruff care plus that refreshing finish.

Ideal For: Active lifestyles, sweat and everyday dandruff
Price: Around RM15 to RM32 depending on bottle size

9. Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo

Best for: When dandruff is annoying you, but thinning-looking hair has started getting your attention too.

There is a very specific moment when you stop looking only at flakes and start checking the hairline as well👱‍♂️.

Alpecin Double Effect is made for that overlap.

The formula combines salicylic acid and piroctone olamine for scalp and dandruff care with Alpecin’s caffeine complex, which the brand positions around thinning-hair concerns.

It is a more targeted pick than a basic supermarket shampoo, especially if you want one bottle to cover both scalp buildup and early thinning concerns.

Alpecin also recommends leaving it on the scalp for around two minutes before rinsing, so this is not really a five-second lather-and-go shampoo.

Ideal For: Dandruff plus thinning-looking hair
Size: 200ml
Price: Around RM51

10. Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo C1

Best for: Guys who are more worried about fine or thinning-looking hair than flakes.

If dandruff is not the main issue, Alpecin C1 is the more straightforward caffeine-focused option.

The formula includes caffeine, zinc PCA, niacinamide and panthenol, with the brand positioning it around scalp care and reducing concerns linked to premature hair loss.

This is the one for the guy who notices his hair looking flatter, finer or less dense under bright bathroom lighting and wants something more scalp-focused than a heavily moisturising shampoo.

Like Double Effect, the brand recommends leaving it on for about two minutes before rinsing.

Ideal For: Fine, flat or thinning-looking hair
Size: Commonly available in 250ml and 375ml sizes
Price: Around RM50 and above

11. Suu Balm Gentle Moisturising Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Scalp that somehow manages to be flaky and sensitive at the same time.

Some dandruff shampoos can feel very intense.

That is fine if your scalp enjoys menthol, strong fragrance and that squeaky-clean feeling. Not everyone’s does.

Suu Balm takes a gentler direction. Its anti-dandruff shampoo is positioned as fragrance-free and sulfate-free, with ingredients such as piroctone olamine and climbazole included for scalp and dandruff care.

This makes it a more appealing option if your scalp gets itchy, tight or easily irritated after washing.

It is noticeably pricier than most drugstore shampoos on this list, but if your scalp reacts badly to stronger formulas, a gentler shampoo may be worth the extra spend.

Ideal For: Sensitive, itchy and dandruff-prone scalps
Size: 230ml
Price: Around RM70

12. Dove Fresh Nourishment Shampoo

Best for: Guys who want dandruff care without making their hair feel dry and rough afterwards.

Some anti-dandruff shampoos can leave your hair feeling a little too stripped, especially if you wash often or already have dry lengths.

Dove Fresh Nourishment takes a softer approach. It combines scalp-cleansing ingredients with conditioning agents, so it is a useful middle ground if you want to manage flakes without ending up with hair that feels stiff.

This one makes more sense for someone whose scalp can get flaky, but whose hair itself still needs a bit of softness.

Ideal For: Dandruff-prone scalp with dry-feeling hair
Size: Commonly available in 330ml and larger sizes
Price: Around RM12 to RM24 depending on size and promotion

13. Sunsilk Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Men who want an affordable, easy-to-find anti-dandruff shampoo for regular use.

Not every hair problem needs a premium scalp treatment.

If you mainly notice occasional flakes and want something simple enough to use as your normal shampoo, Sunsilk Anti-Dandruff is one of the more wallet-friendly options.

Its formula includes piroctone olamine and niacinamide, making it more targeted than a basic cleansing shampoo while still sitting in the everyday-use category.

It is also a good reminder that you do not need a bottle labelled “for men” for it to work with a male scalp.

Ideal For: Budget-friendly dandruff care
Size: Commonly available in 300ml and larger sizes
Price: Around RM11 to RM16

14. Pantene Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Guys who want something familiar, affordable and easy to slot into a daily routine.

Pantene is one of those brands you probably do not need introducing to.

Its Anti-Dandruff Shampoo is aimed at helping with flakes while still keeping the hair manageable, making it a decent everyday choice if your dandruff is not especially severe.

This is the kind of bottle that works well for someone who does not want to overthink things. You want a regular shampoo, you want some anti-dandruff support, and you want your hair to still feel decent afterwards.

Ideal For: Mild dandruff and everyday washing
Size: Commonly available in 300ml and larger sizes
Price: Around RM11 to RM16

15. Dr.FORHAIR Folligen Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

Best for: Guy who is paying more attention to both scalp health and thinning-looking hair.

If you have reached the point where shampoo has become less about fragrance and more about what is actually happening on your scalp, Dr.FORHAIR Folligen is worth a look.

The formula includes salicylic acid, piroctone olamine, niacinamide, panthenol and menthol, giving it a more treatment-focused feel than a standard supermarket shampoo.

It is especially relevant if flakes and scalp buildup are bothering you while you are also becoming more conscious of thinning hair.

The price is noticeably higher, so this is better suited to someone who genuinely wants a more specialised scalp-care option.

Ideal For: Dandruff, scalp buildup and thinning-hair concerns
Size: 500ml
Price: Around RM72 to RM85

Find a Shampoo for Men That Actually Fits Your Scalp

The best shampoo for men in Malaysia really depends on what your scalp keeps doing.

If your roots turn greasy fast and flakes tend to show up too, KA’FEN Herbal Extract Artemisia Shampoo is a strong place to start because it focuses on oil control, scalp cleansing and dandruff-prone scalps.

If your scalp feels more sensitive, itchy or uncomfortable, KA’FEN Herbal Extract Paeonia Lactiflora Shampoo gives you a gentler scalp-focused option. 

From there, KA’FEN also has shampoos and treatments for different hair concerns, including:

• 🌿 Herbal Extract Gentiana Scabra Shampoo for moisture, conditioning and colour-treated hair
• 🫚 Ginger Shampoo for scalp and hair-fall care
• 🧴 5-in-1 Lazy Shampoo for easy everyday cleansing and oil-control routines
• 🐌 Snail Restore Series for dry or damaged hair
• ✨ Desire Argan Oil for smoother, softer-looking lengths and ends
• 💧 Anti-Hair Loss Essence for targeted leave-in scalp care

Once you know what your hair is asking for, it becomes much easier to match it with the right routine. 

Browse KA’FEN’s full hair care range to find shampoos, conditioners, scalp treatments and finishing products that fit your hair and scalp needs.

And your hair will thank you, no more snow flakes!❄️

Frequently Asked Questions About 15 Popular Shampoos for Men in Malaysia

What Shampoo Is Good For Oily Hair For Men?

Look for shampoos made around oil control and scalp cleansing. KA’FEN Herbal Extract Artemisia, BAD LAB No Fuss and CLEAR MEN Deep Cleanse are examples that suit oily or greasy scalps.

Why Does My Hair Get Greasy So Quickly After Washing?

Oil production, sweat, humid weather, helmets, workouts and styling products can all make hair look greasy faster. Some scalps also naturally produce more sebum than others.

How Do I Choose A Shampoo For Dandruff?

Check the ingredients, not just the front label. Common anti-dandruff ingredients include piroctone olamine, selenium sulfide, salicylic acid, zinc pyrithione and ketoconazole.

Do Men Need A Special Men's Shampoo?

Not necessarily. A shampoo does not have to say “for men” to suit a male scalp. It is more useful to choose based on oiliness, dandruff, sensitivity or hair condition.

How Often Should Men Shampoo Their Hair In Malaysia?

That depends on your scalp and routine. Men who sweat often or have oily scalps may prefer daily washing, while dry or sensitive scalps may do better with less frequent shampooing.

Can Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Be Used Every Day?

Some formulas are suitable for regular use, while stronger medicated shampoos may have specific usage instructions. Always check the label, especially for products with ingredients such as selenium sulfide or ketoconazole.