The present invention is directed to a stabilized anti-dandruff composition comprising about 10 wt. % to about 40 wt. % of an insoluble anti-dandruff agent, about 6 wt. % to about 12 wt. % of a stabilizer, less than about 1 wt. % of a preservative, and about 0.5 wt. % to about 1 wt. % of a neutralizer, and water. In an embodiment of the present invention, it is directed to a stabilized anti-dandruff composition comprising about 10 wt. % to about 25 wt. % of a zinc-containing layered material, about 6 wt. % to about 12 wt. % of a stabilizer, less than about 1 wt. % of a preservative, and about 0.5 wt. % to about 1 wt. % of a neutralizer, and water.