The Effect of a Novel Zinc Pyrithione Hair Care System on Female Scalp Condition
April 2013
in “
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
”
TLDR The zinc pyrithione hair care system improves scalp hydration and reduces water loss.
The study investigated the impact of a novel zinc pyrithione hair care system on female scalp condition, specifically focusing on hydration and transepidermal water loss (TEWL). The research aimed to address the physical and psychological concerns associated with scalp dryness. The findings suggested that the zinc pyrithione hair care system effectively improved scalp hydration and reduced TEWL, indicating its potential benefits for managing dry scalp conditions. The study was fully funded by Unilever PLC and conducted by researchers from Unilever R&D in Bebington, United Kingdom.
