Could it be Seborrheic Dermatitis? 🤔

 You thought it was weird that you had dandruff on your eyebrows, but it’s actually Seborrheic Dermatitis!

IF YOU'RE A LIL UNCERTAIN, HERE ARE 10 FACTS ABOUT THIS CONDITION:

1. Dandruff is actually a mild version of Seborrheic Dermatitis.
   
   
2. Dandruff is only found on your scalp, while Seborrheic Dermatitis can be found on your scalp + other areas (e.g. ears, chest, eyebrows). In babies, seborrheic dermatitis is called "cradle cap." It's not painful or harmful, but it causes thick, crusty, or flaky patches on a baby’s scalp.
   
   
3. Beyond a dry, flaky scalp, Seborrheic Dermatitis can also include burning , itching, redness, swelling and inflammation.
   
   
4. Men tend to experience Seborrheic Dermatitis more often than women.
   
5. Besides the scalp, it’s also found on the ears, eyebrows, beard, skin around the nostrils, underarms and even the groin’s folds. ( Seborrheic Dermatitis is common in oily body areas.)
   
   
6. Seborrheic dermatitis tends to flare up during the winter months when the air is cold and dry, as this can irritate the skin and increase the risk of infection. Going for a winter holiday? Remember to use a highly hydrating cream that has occlusives like beeswax or shea butter (TriDerma's Extreme Dryness Plus would be perfect), as those will help in healing + preventing moisture loss in the cold weather.
   
   
7. While there's no definitive "seborrheic dermatitis diet," some studies suggest that reducing the intake of sugar, alcohol, and unhealthy fats may help manage the condition, as these can contribute to inflammation and skin irritation. A low-inflammatory diet typically consists of green tea, vegetables, garlic, ginger and turmeric, salmon and sardines which are both high in omega-3 fatty acids, and more.
   
   
8. Due to the red, scaly patches, seborrheic dermatitis can easily be mistaken for psoriasis or eczema. However, the distribution of patches and the presence of greasy scales help differentiate it.
   
   Quick tip regarding its scales: Seborrheic dermatitis' scales are oily and yellowish, often looking greasy. The flakes are larger and tend to stick to the skin due to excess oil production. Eczema's flakes are usually fine and powdery. While psoriasis scales are much thicker, dry, and have a silvery or white appearance. They tend to flake off more easily in larger pieces.
   
   
9. If your family member has neurological conditions like Parkinson’s disease and epilepsy, they are at higher risk for seborrheic dermatitis due to changes in their skin barrier function and immune response.
   
   
10. You’re more likely to suffer from it if any of these apply to you:

• High cholesterol
• Emotional stress
• Family History
• Parkinson’s disease
• Higher oil production
• Yeast overgrowth on skin
• Immune system is compromised

SOLUTIONS:

Coal Tar is a common ingredient to treat seborrheic dermatitis but it is often...

• too harsh for sensitive skin
• very smelly
• staining on clothing and
• raises likelihood of sunburns.
  

Instead of coal tar, apply a generous layer of TriDerma Psoriasis Control Face & Body Cream, 1 - 4 times daily on your affected areas.