A Selenium Disulfide-Based Shampoo Is Beneficial for Dandruff Management and Rebalancing the Scalp Microbiome of Subjects of Any Hair Type.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Dandruff is a chronic scalp condition occurring in all hair types. Selenium disulfide (SeS₂) shampoo is beneficial in dandruff and rebalances the scalp microbiome. However, data regarding subjects with curly hair are missing. This study assessed the clinical and scalp microbiome benefits of SeS₂ shampoo in subjects of any hair type with moderate-to-severe dandruff.

Methods

A 6-week study in adult subjects of any De La Mettrie hair type (I-VIII) assessed total dandruff, SD severity score (SSSD), erythema, hair greasiness, quality of life, discomfort, local tolerance, perceived benefit, acceptability, cosmeticity, and changes in the scalp microbiota. SeS₂ shampoo was applied twice every week.

Results

Overall, 93 subjects of

SUBMITTER: Reygagne PE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12084028 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature