What shampoos and moisturizers have people found work well for seborrheic dermatitis?
Shampoos That Work Well:
MySebDermTeam members have found success with several types of medicated shampoos. The key is often rotating between different products every few weeks for better results.
Popular active ingredients include
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What shampoos and moisturizers have people found work well for seborrheic dermatitis?
Shampoos That Work Well:
MySebDermTeam members have found success with several types of medicated shampoos. The key is often rotating between different products every few weeks for better results.
Popular active ingredients include:
* Ketoconazole (found in Nizoral) - available over-the-counter at 1% strength or prescription at 2%
* Selenium sulfide (Selsun Blue, Tersi Foam)
* Zinc pyrithione
* Salicylic acid (Neutrogena T/Sal, Ionil T)
* Coal tar (Neutrogena T/Gel, Pentrax)
A MySebDermTeam member shared: "I have been rotating six shampoos, and I figured Jason's tea tree shampoo was going to be the winner. It turns out that so far, Dermoia eczema and psoriasis shampoo is. It has manuka honey, aloe vera, colloidal oatmeal, vitamin B3, zinc, and salicylic acid."
Another member found relief using ketoconazole shampoo every two to three days combined with ketoconazole 2% cream, which helped with itching, scaling, and burning.
For best results, let medicated shampoo sit on your scalp for at least five minutes before rinsing. Moisturizers That Work Well:
When choosing moisturizers, look for products that are fragrance-free and free of harsh ingredients like parabens, sulfates, and alcohol.
Natural oils can help hydrate the scalp and prevent flare-ups:
* Mineral oil
* Olive oil
* Peanut oil
For scalp moisturizing, apply oil in the evening, cover with a shower cap or cotton turban overnight, and wash out in the morning. If removing scales, apply oil for up to three hours, comb through, then wash.
Talk to your dermatologist before trying natural products to ensure they won't aggravate your symptoms. They can recommend specific moisturizers that work well with your current treatment routine and won't interact with prescription medications you're using.
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