Seborrhea

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Also known as:  Greasy Skin;  Oily Skin;  Seborrhoea

 

Description

Seborrhea is an ailment involving the excessive production and secretion of Sebum by the Sebaceous Glands.

 

These Substances may Alleviate Seborrhea

Carbohydrates

 Lentinan (cream applied topically) may alleviate Seborrhea. 

 

Hormones

 Progesterone (cream applied topically) may alleviate many cases of Seborrhea in women.  [1]

 

Minerals

 Seborrhea may occur as a result of Potassium deficiency. 

 Selenium (lotion applied topically) may alleviate Seborrhea.  [2]

 

Organic Acids

 Alpha-Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) (applied topically) may alleviate Seborrhea (by removing excess oil from the Skin).  [3]

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