Seborrheic dermatitis
MONDO:0006608A chronic, inflammatory skin disorder that affects the scalp, central face and skin folds; it is characterized by scaling and itching.
Also known as: cradle Cap, seborrhea, seborrheic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis (disease), seborrheic eczema, skin seborrheic
16 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 15 tagged with Seborrheic dermatitis itself.
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Sub-types of Seborrheic dermatitis
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Seborrheic infantile dermatitis 0 trials
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Can a new shampoo outsmart dandruff in Hijab-Wearing women?
Disease control CompletedThis trial tests whether a shampoo with piroctone olamine can ease seborrheic dermatitis, a common cause of dandruff, in hijab-wearing women. Researchers compare it to a standard ketoconazole shampoo to see which better improves scalp symptoms and skin health. Participants use th…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Indonesia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New scalp cream aims to soothe dandruff and itch
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests a special scalp cream to see if it safely relieves symptoms like flaking and itching in people with mild to moderate seborrheic dermatitis (a common dandruff condition). About 34 adults will use either the cream or a placebo for a set time. Researchers will measu…
Sponsor: NovoBliss Research Pvt Ltd • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New serum could soothe flaky facial skin
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether a special antioxidant moisturizing serum can improve mild to moderate seborrheic dermatitis on the face. Researchers will apply the serum to one side of the face and a control product to the other side for 4 weeks in 13 adults. The goal is to see if the s…
Sponsor: Institute of Dermatology, Thailand • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New shampoo takes on dandruff in Head-to-Head trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a cosmetic shampoo can reduce dandruff and scalp flaking in adults with mild to moderate seborrheic dermatitis. 90 participants used the test shampoo, a standard medicated shampoo, or a regular cosmetic shampoo for 4 weeks. Researchers measured dandruff …
Sponsor: Pierre Fabre Dermo Cosmetique • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New ozonated hair cream cuts scalp oil by 28% in women
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a special cream made with ozonated oils and biotin for women with oily scalp. 66 women aged 18-40 used the cream or a placebo every night for 6 weeks. The active cream reduced scalp oil by 28%, compared to 10% for placebo, and was well-tolerated with only mild i…
Sponsor: Chadi Khatib • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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New moisturizer shows promise for dandruff relief in small study
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a scalp moisturizer made with celastrol and chicory root extract in 23 adults with dry, flaky scalp or dandruff. Participants applied it every night for 4 weeks. Researchers used artificial intelligence to measure changes in scalp condition. The goal was to see …
Sponsor: Seoul National University Bundang Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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AI boosts doctor accuracy for rare skin diseases in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool could help doctors diagnose rare and tricky skin conditions like generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP). Fifteen doctors, including both general practitioners and dermatologists, looked at 100 skin images. They first ga…
Sponsor: AI Labs Group S.L • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Scientists probe blood immune clues in common Dandruff-Like skin condition
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at immune cells in the blood of 15 adults with seborrheic dermatitis (a chronic, flaky skin condition) and 15 healthy people. Researchers measured different types of immune cells and chemicals to see if there are differences between the two groups. They also ask…
Sponsor: San Gallicano Dermatological Institute IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC