Your leave-in conditioner might be taking away more than just frizz… According to a recent study, contact dermatitis may be ignited by a chemical found in both leave-in conditioners and anti-frizz products. Hair Restoration Surgeon Dr. Bruce Marko discusses the connection:
Anti-frizz products and leave-in conditioners promising to temporarily alleviate frizz might be taking away far more than users bargained for. According to a new study led by board-certified dermatologists, there may be a link between common cases of frontal fibrosing alopecia and the use of anti-frizz products and leave-in conditioners. A hair loss condition primarily experienced by middle-aged women, frontal fibrosing alopecia is typically thought to be caused by internal factors, such as aging and hormonal changes. However, a new study is pointing the finger at a chemical found in many hair products, commonly used by women.
Although it is presently too early to say whether or not anti-frizz products cause hair loss, experts say: it’s possible. Dr. Daniel Schlessinger, a dermatologist from Omaha, NE and co-author of the recent study, explains that frontal fibrosing alopecia is typically associated with contact dermatitis. In his study, a large portion of participants had an allergic contact dermatitis reaction to a particular chemical found in leave-in conditioners products for its anti-frizz properties.
As a Specialist in hair restoration, Dr. Bruce Marko understands that scalp health is critical in encouraging hair growth and preventing hair loss. Much like the guy microbiome, the scalp microbiome can become unbalanced or disrupted, based on what it absorbs. Helping to regulate the scalp environment can go a long way in encouraging hair growth.
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