Glycolic Acid for Dandruff

RESEARCH

Similar acid shows exfoliating effect
Anti-dandruff activity reported
Limited direct evidence

COMMUNITY

Limited discussion found

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SAFETYScalp irritation and sensitivity possible; test on small area first and avoid if scalp is inflamed or broken.

WHAT THE RESEARCH SAYS

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BASED ON 2 PUBMED STUDIES

REVIEWPUBLISHED 2022⚠ NO DIRECT CLINICAL TRIAL COMPARING SHIKIMIC ACID TO GLYCOLIC ACID ON ACTUAL DANDRUFF PATIENTS; EVIDENCE IS BASED ON DOCUMENTED PROPERTIES RATHER THAN CONTROLLED TESTING.

A similar exfoliating acid showed anti-dandruff activity comparable to glycolic acid.

THE RESEARCH DETAIL

Shikimic acid at 5% concentration demonstrated similar exfoliative effect to 50% glycolic acid and showed documented anti-dandruff activity along with antibacterial and sebum-regulating properties.

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WHAT PEOPLE SAY

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