Reddit reviews Free & Clear Set, includes Shampoo-12 Oz and Conditioner-12 Oz - One each.

I suggest you see a dermatologist. You said you saw your GP about this issue, but she never identified the issue. I think a dermatologist would be able to help you more. It's difficult to give any helpful product recommendations without knowing what exactly your skin is reacting to (i.e., which product ingredients).

In the mean time, you can try the free and clear shampoo and conditioner. They're specifically designed for people with reactive skin.

For controlling the frizz, try using a gel. Apply it to your hair when it's wet, but not dripping wet. You said you're using a cream, but creams help moisture and define your curls; they don't provide the best hold or frizz protection. A gel would be better suited to minimizing frizz.

It was literally called free and clear. amazon link here. I'm pretty sure it's not sulfate free but it was recommended by my derm and was on my allowed product list (i also had eczema on my eyelids so I had to completely remove all fragrance from my routine and wanted to be safe).

I've also used jessicurl's no fragrance added products and they were fine for me but they do have some added oils and watnot that may irritate. If you're looking to go fragrance free make sure the product says fragrance free and not just scent free or unscented because those products can still have masking fragrances which can also cause reactions.

think about your shampoo/conditioner and also the detergent you wash sheets with. i started making my own detergent and switched to this shampoo and conditioner to nail down my skin triggers a few years ago. https://www.amazon.com/Free-Clear-Set-Shampoo-12-Conditioner-12/dp/B00164E8TI

No idea, don't live there. Although I hope you can, as I'm gonna be visiting the UK in the next couple weeks. If you find out that it is available there, please let me know, as I'm not expecting the travel-sized bottles I'm bringing with me to last too long.

EDIT: Looks like you can get it on Amazon, at least.

Someone in this sub recommended this one (Free & Clear) for me. But As far as lists go, I'm not aware of one.

This is great advice! I want to second the sulfate- and alcohol-free routine (which will hopefully help in both the long- and short-term) and to share some other things that may help treat your current flare up.


In the short-term, if the ketaconazole isn't clearing up your scalp quickly enough, I suggest spot treating the seb derm bumps/lesions with an OTC anti-fungal cream and/or BHA (like PC 2% BHA liquid). I find this really helps speed up the healing process.


Long-term, I've seen major improvement from switching to Free & Clear shampoo and conditioner. I stopped using sulfates but still experienced stubborn flare-ups. I ultimately identified cocamidopropyl betaine (which is in practically all shampoos!) as another ingredient that aggravated my scalp.


I also make sure to rinse my hair really well to ensure no residue is left behind in the shower and try not to sleep with my hair/scalp wet (especially that serb derm-prone back area).


If you don't wash your hair daily, I'd suggest doing so until the condition clears up. Once cleared, you may be able to go back to washing less frequently.


If you use an aerosol dry shampoo on the days you don't wash, I'd suggest switching to a non-aerosol option like Mineral Fusion dry shampoo. I rarely use hairspray, but I got one from Giovanni at Whole Foods that's alcohol-free. It works just as well as anything else, imo.


Seb derm is a chronic condition and often flares more in the winter, so you'll generally want to wash with medicated shampoo at least once a week after the flare's ended to help prevent its recurrence. However, I've been able to stay flare-free for months using the gentle, un-medicated shampoo/dry shampoo options listed above. My scalp is less oily than its ever been and much much calmer. I think that the ingredients in most hair products can be kinda harsh and make it easier for seb derm to thrive on damaged scalp skin (similar to how a damaged moisture barrier can facilitate breakouts on the face). Hope that helps!

Know I missed the hair/fragrance thread yesterday, but I recently discovered I have a minor allergy to fragrance and need to find fragrance free shampoo and conditioner. I've tried Free and Clear but I don't particular like it. I know of other fragrance free shampoo, like this one, but I don't really want to spend $25+ only to not like it. Anyone recommend a brand or specific product that won't also break the bank?

Have you tried Free & Clear?