The Best Seborrheic Dermatitis Safe Products
Products that are safest for seborrheic dermatitis because they don't feed Malassezia
How We Picked
These products have been analyzed and found to be free of common triggers for seborrheic dermatitis such as fatty alcohols, oils, and other ingredient that Malassezia, the fungus that causes seborrheic dermatitis, can thrive on. It is more important to avoid these ingredients on products that are leave in (vs rinse-off like shampoos and conditioners).
conditioners
Crack Conditioner
Crack
A rare find: a conditioner that does not contain any ingredients known to feed Malassezia, the fungus that causes seborrheic dermatitis.
custards
Curling Custard
Kinky Curly
foams
Lemon Drop Styling Foam
Ecoslay
Curl Boosting Hair Mousse
Herbal Essences
gels
Curl Keeper Original Liquid Styler
Curl Keeper
A water-based formula that reactivates with water for frizz control and curl refresh without buildup
Spray Gel
Curl Keeper
Spray gel that delivers the hold of a gel with added definition, volume, and shine—made with gentle, natural ingredients
Orange Marmalade Flaxseed and Aloe Curl Definer
Ecoslay
CurlsBot note: This is the main styling product I use on my own hair- Melissa
Define and Shine Gel
Inashi
A frizz-fighting liquid gel to boost color retention, repair curls, and leave them soft, voluminous, and bouncy
Tropical Oasis Anti-Humidity Firm Hold Hair Gel
Miche
A frizz-fighting lightweight gel perfect for protecting against humidity
Aloe Vera Hair Gel
Rahua
A soft hold, protein free hair gel that shapes strands; infusing hair with nutrients to promote optimal health
All Weather Styling Gel
Tootilab
An all-purpose gel that will hold your curls/waves even in humid weather.
Jello Shot Curl Defining Gel
Ecoslay
I Create Volume
Innersense
I Create Hold
Innersense
leave ins
No. 9 Bond Protector Nourishing Hair Serum
Olaplex
Shields hair from pollution and protects against heat damage while adding satin shine and reducing static and tangles
oils
100% Plant-Derived Squalane
The Ordinary
refreshers
Sangria Hair Refresher
Ecoslay
shampoos
Chai Latte Hair Cleanser
Ecoslay
This gentle, botanical-rich shampoo is handmade in Georgia and has a delicious chai latte scent.
Cleansed Moisturizing Shampoo
Miche
A sulfate-free, pH-balanced shampoo that moisturizes, restores dry hair, and stimulates the scalp
Sunrise Rituals: Signature Shampoo
Voir
A daily go-to shampoo infused with hyaluronic and lactic acids that gently cleanses while boosting smoothness and shine
Full Body Weightless Cleanser
Curlsmith
sprays
Hair Spray
Bounce Curl
A lightweight spray that helps set your style in place and resist humidity
treatments
Fable & Mane SahaScalp Wild Ginger Purifying Scrub
Fable & Mane
A protein-rich exfoliating shampoo to boost circulation, reduce buildup, and gently remove flakiness
Swimmers Wellness Remedy
Malibu C
Removes chlorine, copper, and pool buildup to restore shine, vibrancy, and health to hair
Swim Spritz Crystals
Malibu C
A post-swim essential with activated vitamin C that removes chlorine and its byproducts from hair to prevent damage
Hard Water Wellness Remedy
Malibu C
Remove hard water buildup to restore shine and softness to hair with this chelating treatment
Ginger and Moringa Tea Rinse
Ecoslay