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GlossaryMalassezia (Pityrosporum ovale)

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 Determination of Effectiveness of Traditional Cosmetics of Coconut Oil and Turmeric as Anti-Dandruff

January 2020

Coconut oil and turmeric were almost as good as 2% ketoconazole shampoo for treating dandruff.

research Influence of Dysbiosis on Scalp Pathology

December 2021 in “Revista da Sociedade Portuguesa de Dermatologia e Venereologia”

Imbalance in scalp bacteria can affect hair and scalp health, potentially leading to conditions like hair loss, psoriasis, and dandruff.

research Alopecia and Thyroid Disease

January 2008 in “Springer eBooks”

Thyroid disease can cause hair loss and treating thyroid problems might help with hair disorders.

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.

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.

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