What is seborrheic dermatitis?
How is seborrheic dermatitis characterized on the scalp?
Unlike a common dandruff condition, seborrheic dermatitis is characterized by recurring dandruff that sticks to the scalp and accompanied by redness and intense itching. This condition is caused by a proliferation of yeasts (Malassezia), leading to local inflammation and the accelerated renewal of the epidermis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common and benign disease which, depending on its severity, can be addressed with different treatments.
How is seborrheic dermatitis characterized on the body?
can also occur on the face and chest in areas where the skin tends to be oily. This stimulates the proliferation of Malassezia yeast, leading to inflammation and the accelerated renewal of the epidermis. How do I identify it? It is mainly found on the sides of the nose, on the eyebrows, and more rarely on the chest. It appears in the form of redness combined with flaking or small plaques of oily skin, and sometimes itching.
When should I use the KELUAL DS range?
What is the best treatment for scalps prone redness and scales?
For laques, it is possible to use local medicinal treatments alongside dermo-cosmetic products, either as a follow-up or in alternation.
The KELUAL DS treatment shampoo formula has been developed to act specifically on all the factors involved: to limit the proliferation of yeast with a patented active ingredient complex, to reduce redness and itching with a soothing active ingredient, and to eliminate loose dandruff with a keratolytic agent.
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What is the best solution for skin prone to red plaques and itchy dry skin of the face and body?
For skin prone to seborrheic dermatitis on the face and body, it is possible to use prescription local treatments, which may be accompanied by dermo-cosmetic products, just like for the scalp.
- The KELUAL DS squamo-reducing soothing cream has been formulated to effectively treat irritated skin with redness and flaking in the oily areas of the face, sides of the nose, eyebrows and the edge of the scalp. It contains purifying (to limit the proliferation of yeast), soothing (to limit redness), keratolytic (to eliminate small plaques of skin) and sebum-reducing active ingredients.
- In addition, KELUAL DS Foaming Gel for face and body soothes redness, eliminates flaking and reduces itching with a formula specifically adapted to this skin type.
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