Pimples on scalp

Pimples on scalp are often due to scalp acne. Acne on scalp is a skin condition that often occurs on the shoulders, arms, neck, and in the face. Scalp pimples are caused by excessive production of sebum by the sebaceous gland in the hair follicle.  

In this article you will read everything you need to know about pimples on scalp, scalp acne and how to treat scalp acne. The following topics will be explained: 

  • Why do I get pimples on my scalp? 
  • Pimples on scalp causes 
  • What is scalp acne? 
  • How to get rid of scalp acne? 

What is scalp acne?

Scalp acne is a condition that can lead to scalp pimples on scalp and breakouts. When hair follicles become clogged by a buildup of dead skin cells or excess sebum, then there is a chance that inflammation appears in the hair follicle. Inflammation on the scalp is a condition that can hurt or itch and is something that we recommend you to try and prevent.

Pores on your scalp can get clogged if you do not wash your hair frequently or when you wear headgear that causes friction on the scalp. Some shampoos, conditioners or hairsprays can also cause the acne on scalp and hair. This are often shampoos which contain: petroleum, silicones, jojoba oil and shea butter. 

Acne on scalp that is caused by chemical products we call acne cosmetica. This refers to acne that appears after using products that come in contact with the hair or skin. 

How to treat your scalp acne

When you suffer from scalp acne you need a treatment that is topical and helps to get rid of the acne as fast as possible. 

An effective ingredient to get rid of the acne on scalp is Ketoconazol. This is an ingredient that is used against seborrheic dermatitis, because it combats the growth of yeast cells responsible for seborrheic dermatitis. But it also is effective against baldness in the form of androgenetic alopecia, in other words male-pattern baldness. This is due to the fact that it combats the negative effects of DHT.
Unfortunately, there are also negative consequences of using ketoconazole shampoo. 

Cons of ketoconazol shampoo

Ketoconazol shampoo is known for treating pimples on scalp and is since 2011 not longer a cosmetic product but it is an medical product. The reason that certain side-effects can occur include:

  • Irritation of the skin, burning sensation, redness and dry skin
  • Acne on scalp, taste disorders, irritated and watery eyes
  • Oily, dry or brittle hair and hair loss
  • Headache

Why do I get pimples on my scalp? 

You get pimples on scalp when your hair follicles or pores become clogged with dirt and oil. In the long-term pimples on scalp can lead to scalp acne. Getting scalp pimples or scalp acne have nothing to do with good hygiene, but sweat, oil and dirt build up can lead to clogged pores. The pimples on head can appear on the hairline as well as pimples on back of head. 

Pimples on scalp causes 

Pimples on scalp can develop on the hairline or as pimples on back of head. The scalp pimples may feel itchy or sore and a person may also experience painful bumps under the skin. Several pimples on scalp causes are summoned below: 

  • Build-up of products, that can cause scalp acne 
  • Not washing the hair thoroughly enough
  • Sweating and covering the head 
  • Waiting to long after a workout to wash your hair 

What is scalp acne? 

Scalp acne is a condition that leads to scalp pimples and breakouts on the scalp or hairline. There is a chance that inflammation appears in the hair follicle when they become clogged by a build up of excess sebum or dead skin cells. This inflammation in combination with scalp pimples can hurt or itch, that’s why you should try to prevent it. 

Pores on your scalp can get clogged and lead to scalp acne if you do not wash your hair frequently or when you wear headgear that causes friction on the scalp. Shampoos, conditioners, and hairsprays can also be the cause of scalp acne and pimples on scalp. These products often contain petroleum, silicones, and shea butter. 

How to get rid of scalp acne? 

The answer to the question: “How to get rid of scalp acne?”, is that you should use a scalp acne treatment that is topical and helps you to treat scalp acne. An effective shampoo that can help to get rid of scalp acne is Ketoconazole shampoo. This combats the growth of yeast cells responsible for seborrheic dermatitis and is also effective against male-pattern baldness. Unfortunately, this scalp acne shampoo with Ketoconazole also has several cons such as: irritation of the skin, burning sensation, redness, dry skin, brittle hair, hair loss, and headache. Even though it can be effective against scalp pimples.

 

Ketoconazole 

Piroctone Olamine 

Decrease in the severity of hair loss 

-17,3% 

-16,5%  

Hairs in anagen phase, which is the growth phase 

4,9% 

7,9% 

Effect on the hair diameter increase 

5,4% 

7,7% 

 

Instead of ketoconazole shampoo, you can use a scalp acne treatment that consists out of a scalp acne shampoo based on Piroctone Olamine, which also combats pimples on scalp. When you compare Piroctone Olamine with Ketoconazole they have similar effects. But the scalp acne shampoo based on Piroctone Olamine provides more hairs in the anagen phase (growth phase), which means more hairs will stay longer and it gives more people thicker hair. 

Results of using the scalp acne shampoo for 4 weeks you can find below: 

 Before and after Neofollics Scalp shampoo

The flakes and inflammatory scalp are gone 28 days of using the shampoo. The scalp becomes healthy again. 

 Neofollics before and after Scalp shampoo

In the second picture a woman first suffers from a sensitive scalp and seborrheic dermatitis. After the scalp acne treatment for a healthy scalp, it has become calmer, and the hair density is increased. 

Conclusion 

Pimples on scalp are due to scalp acne. You can treat scalp acne with a scalp acne treatment of Neofollics products that are healthy for the scalp. Neofollics uses Piroctone Olamine to combat pimples on scalp with less side-effects and more efficiency than Ketoconazole based shampoos.  

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