Features
Seborrhea oleosa refers to increased sebum production by the skin, i.e. an oily skin condition. The cornification can lead to acne.
Recommendation
Referencing term, see entry: split ends
Features
In dry skin, the natural oil and moisture regulation of the skin is disturbed. The skin becomes rough and brittle, and in extreme cases cracks and eczema form. Seniors in particular often suffer from dry skin because the skin retains less moisture with age.
Recommendation
Features
In the case of dry scalp, the natural oil and moisture regulation of the scalp is disturbed.
It becomes rough and brittle, and in extreme cases cracks and eczema develop as a result.
In technical terms, dry scalp is also known as pityriasis simplex capillitii or xeroderma.
Recommendation
Features
In dry hair, there is a below-average cell membrane complex of the hair. Thus, the hair lacks natural conditioning. The causes of this are mostly hormonal. This results in a rougher hair surface, which makes the hair noticeably more difficult to comb and makes it appear dull. The impression of "straw on the head" is quickly created.
Recommendation
Referring term, see entry: nettles
