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GlossaryMalassezia (Pityrosporum yeast)

genus of fungi living on human and animal skin

Malassezia is a genus of fungi that naturally lives on the skin of humans and animals. While it is usually harmless, an overgrowth of Malassezia can lead to skin conditions such as dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and certain types of eczema. This yeast thrives in oily areas of the skin and can exacerbate symptoms in individuals with compromised immune systems or imbalances in skin microbiota.

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research Increased Hair Shedding May Be Associated with the Presence of Malassezia

9 citations , January 2006 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

Malassezia yeast might be linked to more hair shedding.

research Herbal Shampoo for Treatment of Anti-Dandruff

February 2023 in “International Journal of Advanced Research in Science, Communication and Technology”

Herbal shampoos with Neem and Tulsi might be safer and more effective for controlling dandruff.

research Pityrosporum Species as a Cause of Allergy and Infection

89 citations , May 1999 in “Allergy”

The yeast Pityrosporum ovale can cause skin allergies and infections, and antifungal treatments like ketoconazole are effective against it.

research Festschrift in Honor of the 65th Birthday of Dr. Howard I. Maibach

September 1995 in “American Journal of Contact Dermatitis”

Antiyeast treatments work better for seborrheic dermatitis than steroids, and other findings include increased skin bacteria under plastic wrap, a nasal cell defect in Staphylococcus aureus carriers, quick resolution of certain skin reactions, high rubber latex allergy in spina bifida patients, and glyceryl monopentadecanoate's effectiveness for male hair loss.

research Hair-Loss Preventing Effect of Grateloupia Elliptica

19 citations , January 2012 in “Biomolecules & Therapeutics”

Grateloupia elliptica extract may help prevent hair loss and promote hair growth.

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