The best shampoo for scalp eczema is “gentle and free of allergens or irritants that are contributing to their eczema,” says Dr. Farber. You should avoid any ingredients that could be irritating and cause the inflammation on your scalp to get worse, like fragrance, harsh detergents like sodium lauryl sulfate, and methylisothiazolinone (a common preservative that can cause contact dermatitis for some people). Dr. Farber also notes that certain ingredients in hair dye, like paraphenylenediamine, can cause rashes for some.
What ingredients should you look for? For dry, compromised scalps, look for hydrating ingredients like “glycerin, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid that can help keep your moisture barrier strong,” says Dr. Farber, while itchy, inflamed scalps will do best with soothing aloe, chamomile, and oatmeal. Still, it’s important to note that some eczema cases will need more than just a gentle shampoo to get rid of itchiness and flakes: “More severe eczema will often require a steroid or other prescription medication,” says Dr. Farber, which brings us to…
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