If you have seborrheic dermatitis, you will have noticed that it is very difficult to find a shampoo that suits your needs. Often, conventional shampoos contain artificial ingredients that are not good for your hair, however, shampoos formulated with natural ingredients can be a good alternative if you are looking to have beautiful, healthy hair without scabs or flakes.
What is seborrheic dermatitis?
Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin disorder that primarily affects the scalp. This condition is mainly characterized by the appearance of flakes, scabs, etc., on the scalp, often making the hair appear greasier.
How do I know if I have seborrheic dermatitis?
Have you read about flakes and scabs on the scalp and felt identified? Keep reading because we are going to tell you how seborrheic dermatitis manifests itself on the scalp and the ingredients you should avoid if you suffer from it.
Generally, dermatitis worsens in winter, causing itching and flaking that manifests as layers. Furthermore, if you notice that your scalp is red when combing, it is time to opt for a sulfate-free and paraben-free shampoo to prevent the situation from worsening.
Also, it is very likely that you notice that your hair looks greasier, especially at the root.
Ingredients to avoid in shampoos if you have seborrheic dermatitis
Although the reason for seborrheic dermatitis is unknown, there are certain ingredients you should avoid in shampoos to keep seborrheic dermatitis under control.
Parabens
They are usually present in conventional shampoos and can be easily recognized in the INCI because they are ingredients that end in "-paraben". Remember that parabens are chemical substances that are often used in many cosmetics to increase their shelf life.
They are also found in other cosmetics, not just shampoos.
Artificial fragrances
Do you like fragrances? Well, be careful! Fragrances often cause allergies. Therefore, if you want your hair to smell good, it is better to opt for shampoos formulated with natural ingredients that give it a natural scent.
Amyl cinnamal, Cinnamyl alcohol, Citral, Eugenol, Hydroxycitronellal, Isoeugenol, Amylcinnamyl alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Cinnamal, are some of the most used by shampoos with industrial fragrances.
Silicones
Silicones, chemical substances that are often used to give hair more softness, are also something to avoid if you suffer from seborrheic dermatitis. In addition, in the long term, they cause dryness in the hair. Among the ingredients in shampoos, you can recognize them by the names Cyclomethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Amodimethicone or Siloxane.
Preservatives and surfactants
Preservatives and surfactants harmful to dermatitis with seborrhea contain Methyisothiazolinone (preservative), Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (surfactants).
Go for a natural shampoo to stop dermatitis
It is best to use a shampoo without parabens, silicones, sulfates, preservatives and perfumes. That is, as natural as possible.
To avoid seborrheic dermatitis, we recommend using shampoos formulated with natural ingredients, such as Maminat shampoos. We currently have shampoos for dry hair, normal hair and oily hair.
But, why switch to natural and organic shampoo if you have seborrheic dermatitis?
Even though the damage we have done to our hair is already done because it has memory, it is possible to heal it little by little and clean it, with the aim of reducing that dermatitis.
For this, it is important to opt for shampoos that do not contain silicones, parabens or other chemical preservatives in their formulation.
Maminat shampoos meet all the requirements of an ecological and natural brand. With indigenous raw materials, essential oils and various plants and herbs (rosemary, chamomile, nettle, orange blossom...), you will get your hair to grow healthier and stronger, and above all free of toxins that can cause collateral damage to our scalp, such as seborrheic dermatitis.
Frequent questions about our shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis
I usually have dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, will I notice an improvement with this shampoo?
Of course! Our best shampoo for oily hair helps dandruff disappear and is indicated for people with very sensitive scalps or who have seborrheic dermatitis.
I feel like my hair is falling out more since I have dermatitis, will this shampoo help me strengthen it?
Yes, it will help you give it volume, strengthen it and make your hair grow stronger and healthier.
How many times do I have to apply the shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis per week?
You can use it as many times as you want. It contains no sulfates, chemicals or parabens, so it is totally healthy for your skin, your hair and your body. Use it without worries!
