Ingredients for Itchy Scalp

Asked by: jiralexk On: May 17, 2017 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

I have an itchy scalp. Can Palmitamide MEA help? What other ingredients are suitable if the itching is caused by irritation or fungus?

Answer

Ingredients for Itchy Scalp

Whether Palmitamide MEA or other ingredients can help with itchy scalp depends on the cause of the itching.

  • If the itching is caused by irritation of the scalp, Palmitamide MEA can be very helpful as it has anti-inflammatory and irritation-reducing properties.

  • If the itching is caused by fungus (such as the fungus that causes dandruff), Palmitamide MEA will not solve the problem. In this case, you should choose ingredients that have anti-fungal properties. Suitable ingredients include:

    • Dandruff-Guard™ (Piroctone Olamine): An anti-dandruff substance that destroys the fungus Pityrosporum Ovale, a common cause of dandruff and itchy scalp. It can also help stop itchy scalp.
    • Zinc Pyrithione: Effective in killing fungi and bacteria, used for eliminating dandruff and treating seborrheic dermatitis.
    • Salicylic Acid: Has anti-dandruff properties and helps exfoliate skin cells.
    • SalicSoft® (Betaine Salicylate): A gentler form of Salicylic Acid that exfoliates and moisturizes, suitable for sensitive scalps.
    • Ichthammol: Has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, and can be used in shampoos to reduce scalp itching and eliminate dandruff.

Consider the underlying cause of your itchy scalp to select the most appropriate ingredient.