Abstract
BACKGROUND: High-curl-pattern hair has unique structural characteristics that increase its susceptibility to breakage and to seborrheic dermatitis (SD). AIMS: The paper discusses the challenges in effectively treating patients with high-curl-pattern hair and SD, and the role of ceramide-containing products in improving the condition. METHODS: Following a systematic literature review, a panel of dermatologists developed five consensus statements on the relationship between SD and scalp barrier health in hair with a high curl pattern. RESULTS: Certain hair care practices common among individuals with high-curl-pattern hair may contribute to the development or exacerbation of SD, leading to considerable psychological distress. These statements reflect expert opinion and highlight key treatment challenges in this population. CONCLUSION: Further research is needed to better understand racial and ethnic variations in SD and to support individualized, culturally sensitive approaches to its treatment and management.