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July 2023 in “Scientific Reports” This study found that women who wear the hijab have a different scalp microbiome composition compared to those who do not, with specific bacteria and fungi more prominent in each group, suggesting a higher susceptibility to seborrheic dermatitis among hijab wearers.
March 2026 in “Journal of Hunan University Natural Sciences” This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of Albizia saponaria stem bark against microorganisms causing dandruff and fungal alopecia. It found that the hexane fraction exhibited potent antifungal effects comparable to ketoconazole, highlighting its potential as a natural therapeutic for dandruff.
In this study assessing post-menopausal Asian women, distinct shifts in Malassezia species prevalence on the skin were linked to increased inflammation and impaired skin barrier function, potentially driving disorders like psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis.
September 2022 in “Medical Mycology” This study suggests that the presence of Malassezia hyphae may contribute to the development of androgenetic alopecia, as treatment with antifungal agents reduced fungal load and halted hair loss.
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August 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” This review discusses the roles of sebaceous gland activity, Malassezia yeast, and individual susceptibility in scalp flaking disorders, including dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, but reports no new experiment results.