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GlossaryMalassezia furfur (Pityrosporum orbiculare)

naturally occurring yeast on skin, can cause dandruff

Malassezia furfur is a type of yeast that naturally lives on human skin. While it is usually harmless, it can sometimes overgrow and cause conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and certain types of skin discoloration known as tinea versicolor.

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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 Surface Lipids as Multifunctional Mediators of Skin Responses to Environmental Stimuli

105 citations, January 2010 in “Mediators of Inflammation”

Skin surface lipids are important for skin health and altering them could help prevent aging and treat skin conditions.

research A Comprehensive Pathophysiology of Dandruff and Seborrheic Dermatitis: Towards a More Precise Definition of Scalp Health

89 citations, January 2013 in “Acta dermato-venereologica”

The document concludes that dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis are linked to inflammation and skin changes, and treating them with specific shampoos can reduce these issues.

research Revisiting Dandruff: Role of Malassezia Yeasts and Treatment Implications

78 citations, September 2006 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science”

Dandruff is mainly caused by a scalp reaction to yeast, can worsen hair loss, and antifungal treatments may help.

research From Axioms to New Insights into Dandruff

66 citations, January 2000 in “Dermatology”

Dandruff is a common, winter-worsened scalp condition linked to inflammation and microorganisms, treatable with products like ketoconazole, and may affect hair loss.

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