Seborrheic dermatitis is probably the most common of the sebaceous gland disorders .
In fact, it affects approximately 5% of the world's population , with a higher concentration of males than females.
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What is seborrheic dermatitis
Seborrheic dermatitis is characterized by the presence of strong inflammation with red spots, scaling, itching and secretions .
The area where it appears most frequently is the scalp , but it can also appear in the armpit area, the external genitals, the face and the ears.
To date, we still do not know the main cause of seborrheic dermatitis and for this reason we are not currently able to cure it definitively.
However, we know that there are factors that can make it worse:
- Stress
- Climate change
- Incorrect nutrition
- Unhealthy lifestyle
- Some pathologies
- Hormonal changes
- Frequent use of aggressive products
Furthermore, we know that in areas of skin affected by seborrheic dermatitis we can find strains of Malassezia fungi, biologically definable as yeast.
They are the main cause of redness and various itching.
Yeasts tend to thrive in humidity, which is why seborrheic dermatitis treatments also include the elimination of nighttime or long-lasting compresses , to reduce the time spent with wet hair.
Furthermore, seborrheic dermatitis is a clinical pathology and therefore must be treated with drugs appropriately prescribed by a dermatologist after a specialist visit.
Only after you have treated seborrheic dermatitis with prescribed medications and slowed it down can you use organic products to keep it stable.
Pre and post-shampoo organic treatments for seborrheic dermatitis
Pre-shampoo organic treatments for seborrheic dermatitis are measures that you can apply before shampooing with a specific product.
Here are some products you can use:
- Neem oil, which despite its unpleasant odor, is among the best organic treatments to apply before shampooing.
- Purifying scrub with neem
- Purifying lotion
- Scalp scrub
- Jojoba oil (typically sebum-regulating product)
- Calendula oil (typically soothing product)
Here are some options you can use post-shampoo :
- Nourishing serum for scalp and hair
- Purifying scrub
- Repairing shampoo
The advice is to alternate a specific shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis with a delicate and soothing one.
Yuniwa Shampoo Gel would be perfect in this case, a delicate cleanser with a soothing action, which helps to calm inflammation and cleanse the skin and hair perfectly, without attacking.
The conditioner , on the other hand, is not applied to the scalp but only to the hair, and will not affect skin irritated by seborrheic dermatitis.
It is not yet possible to cure seborrheic dermatitis, but with a few small precautions you will be able to see the first improvements in a short time!
Organic products for seborrheic dermatitis
Among the organic products to treat seborrheic dermatitis there are also Ayurvedic herbs and infusions to add to compresses to strengthen their effect.
The latter can be added instead of water to prepare Ayurvedic herbal compresses or to prepare gels. You can also use them to rinse yourself with an organic product capable of soothing and slowing down the symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis!
The best infusions to use in this area are:
- Tulsi , also known as holy basil
- Green tea
- Chamomile
- Marigold
Ayurvedic herbs , on the other hand, have a different field of application. They can be used to prepare infusions (as for Tulsi) or to improve the quality of washing and rinsing instead of normal water as for Shikakai.
Here is a list of the best Ayurvedic herbs that you can use for seborrheic dermatitis:
- Neem (already mentioned among the oils for its great properties against this dermatitis)
- Bhringraj
- Henna (the classic dyeing herb)
- Shikakai
As you can see, there are many organic products for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis .
But remember that none of these can replace a medical therapy appropriately prescribed by a specialist. They are treatments that will allow you to live better with this problem.
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If you are looking for a way to wash your hair gently in case of dermatitis, read our article on alternative washes without shampoo !
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