As if the white flakes on your clothes weren't embarrassing enough, dandruff shampoos often carry that telltale medicinal odor. Not anymore. Several new offerings smell heavenly.

Most dandruff is caused by malassezia, a microorganism that leaves behind fatty acids that can be irritating, says Procter & Gamble scientist Dianna Kenneally. The body's natural defense is to create more skin. That causes flaking. The new Head & Shoulders supercharged zinc formula eliminates the malassezia -- and the dandruff.

Along with the usual suspects you've seen in stores for years, major hair care companies have also entered the dandruff market. Pantene's True Confidence Anti-Dandruff 2 in 1 cleans, conditions and stops the itching and flaking with a special Amino Pro-V Complex. For guys, L'Oréal's new Vive for Men Anti-Dandruff Shampoo has a masculine scent, fights flakes and helps thinning hair look thicker.

Lather up with these products, and in no time at all you'll be wearing black shirts again with confidence.