I just wanted to post this response to let you know that the almond oil of your choosing will be equally sufficient. In addition, I'm sure that you could also find a natural shampoo containing vitamin and mineral ingredients sufficient for the dry scalp irritation as well. Aloe, almond oil, jojoba, tea tree oil, chamomile, and vitamin E may be some of the ingredients that you may want to look for when searching out a good shampoo; especially for dry/irritated scalp. I witnessed first hand the effects of the almond oil on my nieces' scalp and am sold on its effectiveness.