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GlossarySebumeter

device measuring skin's natural oil levels

A Sebumeter is a specialized device used to measure the amount of sebum, or natural oil, on the skin's surface. It works by using a small, absorbent film that is pressed against the skin to collect sebum, which is then analyzed to determine the oiliness level. This tool is particularly useful in dermatology and cosmetic science for assessing skin conditions and the effectiveness of skincare products.

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research Development and Clinical Evaluation of Green Tea Hair Tonic for Greasy Scalp Treatment

4 citations , February 2018 in “PubMed”

Green tea hair tonic safely and effectively reduces scalp greasiness.

research EEMCO Guidance for the In Vivo Assessment of Skin Greasiness

137 citations , January 2000 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology”

The document recommends using both clinical evaluation and various measurement methods to assess skin greasiness, considering factors like temperature and hormones.

research Correlation Between Sebum Level and Severity of Male Androgenetic Alopecia

May 2023 in “Bali Medical Journal”

Higher sebum levels are linked to more severe male baldness.

research Retinoid Induced Changes in the Fatty Acid Profile of Sebum and Its Effect on Bacterial Growth

April 2016 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology”

Retinoids change the fat content in skin oil and reduce bacteria growth, helping to treat acne.

research Revisiting In Vivo the Hair Regreasing Process by the Sebuprint Method

2 citations , July 2018 in “Skin research and technology”

Greasy hair spreads sebum twice as much as nongreasy hair over time.

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community DHT Harms Scalp Microbiome: DHT Itch is REAL

in Research/Science 412 upvotes 11 months ago

Increased Malassezia and Cutibacterium in the scalp microbiome are linked to higher sebum production and inflammation in androgenetic alopecia (AGA). Treatments include ciclopirox shampoo, benzoyl peroxide shampoo, clobetasol propionate, calcipotriol, minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride.