Dear Doctors: I have dandruff, and my doctor says it’s from seborrheic dermatitis. Can you explain what that is? I’ve been using the special shampoo I was given, and it helps. When I stop using it, ...

In the shampoos for seborrheic dermatitis the usual ingredients can be selenium sulfide, an antimicrobial; salicylic acid, ...

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Everyday Health independently vets all recommended products. If you purchase a featured product, we may be compensated. Learn why you can trust us. ON THIS PAGE Having an itchy, flaky, dry scalp can ...

It’s been said before and it’s true: a healthy scalp is key to healthy hair. But for those dealing with pesky and sometimes painful scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, that can be easier said ...

The skin flakes and itchy, red scalp that are telltale signs of seborrheic dermatitis (a.k.a. dandruff) are typically caused by a yeast type of fungus. “A yeast found on the skin called malassezia can ...

Watching dandruff slowly fall from your scalp and onto your favorite top can spur a lot of emotions. For many, dandruff is a small but persistent common hair and skin care concern. Thankfully, experts ...

When you have eczema, affected skin can range from itchy and annoying to inflamed and downright aggravating. And when eczema shows up on your scalp — also known as seborrheic dermatitis — traditional ...