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    Glossaryammonium lauryl sulfate

    surfactant that helps shampoos lather and cleanse hair

    Ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS) is a surfactant commonly used in shampoos and other personal care products to create lather and help cleanse the hair and skin by breaking down oils and dirt. It is an anionic detergent, meaning it carries a negative charge, which helps it bind to impurities and rinse them away effectively.

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      Shampoo Formulation

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      7 citations, January 2007 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Shampoos clean hair mainly with surfactants and have added ingredients for extra benefits.
      Hair Cosmetics for the Hair Loss Patient

      research Hair Cosmetics for the Hair Loss Patient

      1 citations, October 2021 in “Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery/Indian journal of plastic surgery”
      Proper hair care and safe use of hair products are crucial for those with hair loss.
      Shampoo, Conditioner, and Hair Washing

      research Shampoo, Conditioner, and Hair Washing

      1 citations, December 2021 in “International journal of research in dermatology”
      Dermatologists should learn more about shampoos to better treat hair and scalp issues.
      Hair Cosmetics: An Overview

      research Hair Cosmetics: An Overview

      193 citations, January 2015 in “International journal of trichology”
      Dermatologists need to understand hair products to treat hair and scalp issues better.

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      OP struggles with scalp flakes causing hair loss and has tried Selsun Blue, Ketoconazole, and ZPT Shampoo without success. Suggestions include using salicylic acid shampoo, shaving the head, using Nizoral, and combining treatments like Minoxidil and finasteride.