One of the most common skin conditions in humans is seborrhea, better known as dandruff. Seborrhea needs adequate treatment. One of the prescribed remedies for dandruff elimination is Sulsen's paste. Instructions for its use contain a detailed description and treatment regimens using this tool.
Sulsen paste composition
Selenium disulfide - the main active ingredient of the drug, is a water-insoluble inorganic compound formed by the interaction of selenous acid and sulfur, which has a yellowish-red color.
Auxiliary ingredients:
- Cetyl alcohol... The substance belongs to monohydric fatty alcohols. Previously, cetyl alcohol was obtained from the fat of sperm whales. It is currently produced from palm oil through successive chemical reactions.
- Cinnamon alcohol. In nature, this substance is found in some natural resins and essential oils, in industry it is used as a fragrance.
- Sodium Ceteareth Sulfate... This component is necessary to improve the consistency of the drug.
- Glycerol - trihydric alcohol with stabilizing properties.
- Odorant.
- DMDM-hydantoin, preservative used in cosmetic products.
- Lemon acid. It is widely used in the food industry and medicine, as an aid to improve metabolism.
- Water.
Release form
Sulsen's drug is available in several dosage forms.
Dosage form | Volume | Packaging |
Sulsen's paste, 1% | 40ml or 75 ml | tuba |
Sulsen's paste, 2% | 40ml or 75 ml | tuba |
Sulsen's shampoo | 150 ml | plastic bottle |
Sulsen Peeling Shampoo | 150 ml | plastic bottle |
Sulsen oil | 150 ml | plastic bottle |
Shampoos also contain a sulfur compound. Peeling shampoo is used for additional cleaning of hair and skin.
The polyethylene granules contained in it have several actions:
- remove dirt, dust, grease;
- help to get rid of keratinized skin particles, fat, styling products residues.
- stimulate blood flow in tissues;
- tone up the hair roots.
The peeling shampoo contains salicylic acid, which has exfoliating properties. Sulsen's medicinal oil contains no selenium compound. It includes a number of plant and essential oils, extracts that support the health of the hairline.
The medicine contains oils:
- olives;
- castor bean ordinary;
- lavender;
- Pelargonium (geranium) essential.
Also included in the hood:
- chamomile;
- sea buckthorn;
- red pepper.
Thanks to herbal ingredients, the drug has several effects:
- saturates the root structure of the curls;
- nourishes and restores hair;
- moisturizes, nourishes the epidermis;
- stimulates blood circulation in tissues;
- reduces hair loss;
- normalizes tissue metabolism.
Hot pepper extract is considered a natural activator of hair growth.The organic compound capsicacin contained in it penetrates into the tissues of the integument of the head, exhibiting a local irritating effect, stimulating the root parts of the strands, significantly accelerating the growth of curls.
pharmachologic effect
Sulsena paste (instructions for use are discussed in detail later in the article) has several pharmacological properties:
- Stabilization of the function of the glands of external secretion.
- Eliminate dandruff, flaking and relieve itching.
- Neutralization of poisons of pathogenic microflora.
- Protection and maintenance of the hair base.
- Stimulates hair growth.
- Restoration and protection of the hair structure.
- Stabilization of the vital functions of skin cells.
- Restoration of shine, hair elasticity.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
The therapeutic effect of selenium disulfide (the main healing component of the paste) is based on stabilizing the malfunctioning of the sebaceous glands - the leading factor in the appearance of dandruff.
The sebum produced by the glands of the external secretion of the head has three important properties:
- Bactericidal. The chemical elements included in the formula have a detrimental effect on representatives of pathogenic microflora.
- Protective. Sebum is responsible for the local immunity of the scalp.
- Moisturizing. The shell formed by the sebum prevents the loss of moisture from the scalp.
With a decrease in sebaceous secretion, the scalp becomes dry, begins to peel off, forming white dry flakes on the hair... Lack of glands reduces the defenses of the scalp, it becomes unstable to the occurrence of fungal infections.
There is an activation of the fungus Malassezia Furfur (in other words Pityrosporum ovale), which is present in the normal microflora of the scalp skin. This type belongs to yeast fungi and is found exclusively on the skin of people.
With stable immunity, the fungus is in a latent state and does not manifest itself in any way. With excessive dryness of the scalp, the fungus begins to multiply, provoking itching and flaking.
As a result of the breakdown of substances contained in sebum, under the influence of fungal toxins, poisons are formed, which have a detrimental effect on the health of the hair roots.
When the secretion of sebum, on the contrary, increases, the cells of the epidermis grow, they die off, provoking the formation of sticky yellowish plates on the hair, the physiological composition of the sebum changes, as a result of which it is not able to have a bactericidal effect.
Selenium disulfide has antifungal action and is effective against Malassezia Furfur fungi. Penetrating through the membrane of fungal cells, it disrupts vital processes inside the cell, causing its destruction.
The substance blocks the growth of epithelial cells of the scalp and cells of the glands that produce sebum, renews and restores the cellular elements of the skin, and stabilizes the functioning of the glands of external secretion. This effect is called cytostatic in pharmacology.
Also, the drug has a keratolytic effect, which consists in softening dead skin cells, which promotes their separation and helps to quickly and effectively eliminate dandruff while washing off Sulsena with water.
The drug can be classified as a hair growth stimulant. Sulfur available in the product:
- strengthens the hair follicles;
- neutralizes the negative impact on them of toxic substances produced by the fungus and pathogenic microflora;
- improves hair condition, enhancing its natural shine and restoring elasticity.
Cetyl alcohol, indicated in the components of the paste - a substance of plant origin, has weak antiseptic properties, causes the death of pathogenic microflora and accelerates the healing of skin microdamages.
Glycerin moisturizes the skin with the development of dry dandruff, and with oily, on the contrary, it can dry the scalp.
Citric acid - one of the components of the paste, gets into the skin tissue:
- narrows the pores;
- strengthens hair follicles;
- prevents the development of dandruff;
- inhibits hair loss.
Citric acid provides a moisturizing effect, the hair becomes more manageable. Sulsen's paste is intended for external use according to the instructions. The active ingredients of the drug can get into the outer layers of the skin, but they are not detected in the bloodstream and do not undergo changes in the body systems.
Indications
Sulsena paste, the instructions for use of which contains a detailed description of the drug, is used under the following conditions:
- Dandruff (dry, oily).
- High fat content of the hairline.
- Dermatomycosis of various origins.
- Complex therapy of multi-colored lichen.
- Itchy scalp.
- Hair loss.
- Prevention of dandruff formation, hair loss, excessive oiliness.
Contraindications
The drug is not prescribed to patients with individual intolerance to the ingredients of the formula. It is not allowed to treat pregnant women and with visible damage to the scalp.
Side effects
Usually, the agent does not cause negative consequences and is well tolerated.
However, in rare situations, the development of such undesirable effects as:
- Allergy, manifested by itching, burning, dermatitis, eczema, edema.
- Skin irritation and redness.
- Local alopecia (hair loss) - very rare.
Instructions for the use of Sulsen's paste for growth, against hair loss
The drug is prescribed not only to eliminate dandruff and prevent its appearance, but also to prevent hair loss.
The procedure for treating hair loss with paste:
- First, wash your curls with shampoo as usual.
- Then apply the required amount of sulsen paste to the head in a circular motion.
- Next, you need to wait 15 minutes for the paste to work.
- Rinse the curls well with warm running water.
The drug must be used twice a week. Treatment should be continued for at least a month. Repetition of the course with a preventive purpose is possible after 6 months.
How to use the paste for dandruff and oily hair
Scheme for getting rid of dandruff using Sulsen's paste:
- The head should be washed with shampoo.
- You need to take a small amount of the paste and spread it over the surface of the scalp, gently massaging it.
- The paste should be kept on the skin for 10-15 minutes.
- After the specified time has elapsed, it is necessary to wash off the product well from the head with running water.
Experts recommend using the paste 2 times a week. The treatment course lasts 3 months. If necessary, you can take the course again. To prevent dandruff, apply the paste once a week to the skin of a previously washed head, rinsing off after 15 minutes. The course lasts 30 days. The next preventive course of treatment can be completed in 6 months.
Sulsena paste (instructions for use for preventing hair loss are presented in the previous paragraph) is similarly applied for severely oily hair.
The sequence of actions for the treatment of increased oily hair with Sulsen's paste:
- The head should be washed with shampoo.
- Then a small amount of the paste should be massaged onto the scalp.
- Leave the product to act for 10-15 minutes.
- After that, you need to rinse your head with warm running water.
The drug should be used 2 times a week, the duration of use is 30 days. For the prevention of increased oily hair, the course can be taken again after 6 months.
The effectiveness of the paste on hair prone to oily content is determined by the ability of selenium disulfide (the active substance of the paste) to prevent the proliferation of cells of the exocrine glands on the surface of the scalp and reduce the synthesis of sebum.
Overdose
Since Sulsena is not a systemic drug and is used externally, no cases of overdose have been identified.
Interaction
The drug is intended exclusively for external use and does not enter the bloodstream, therefore, no cases of its interaction with other substances used internally have been identified. There is also no information about its interaction with other drugs for external use.
Terms of sale
Sulsen's paste is not a prescription drug and therefore does not require a doctor's prescription.
Storage conditions
Storage of the drug is carried out at temperatures from 0 to 25 ° C, away from heat sources. In order to avoid the loss of medicinal properties, direct sunlight is not allowed on the packaging with the preparation, it is advisable to store the paste in a dark place.
Shelf life
Sulsen's paste has a shelf life of 3 years.
special instructions
When washing off the preparation from the hair, it is not allowed to get the foam into the eyes and mucous membranes. If the drug gets into the eyes or mucous membranes, rinse the affected area abundantly with warm clean water.
If redness, irritation, painful sensations of the affected area appear, which do not go away for a long time after washing, you should immediately consult a doctor.
With prolonged use, the drug can color the hair. To avoid the development of this undesirable effect, it is not allowed to exceed the recommended exposure time and frequency of applications specified in the instructions. Particular care should be exercised in persons with blonde hair.
Sulsena's Price
Below is a table that shows the approximate cost of one percent Sulsen paste, 75 ml in volume in some cities of Russia.
Moscow | RUB 128 |
St. Petersburg | 133 rbl. |
Krasnoyarsk | RUB 104 |
Krasnodar | 110 RUB |
Tomsk | 110 RUB |
Ekaterinburg | 115 RUB |
Sochi | 132 RUB |
Kazan | RUB 100 |
Vladivostok | 122 RUB |
Murmansk | RUB 105 |
Approximate prices for two percent Sulsen paste, 75 ml.
Moscow | RUB 145 |
St. Petersburg | RUB 150 |
Krasnoyarsk | 126 RUB |
Krasnodar | 121 RUB |
Tomsk | 123 r |
Ekaterinburg | 127 RUB |
Sochi | 140 RUB |
Kazan | 123 r |
Vladivostok | 140 RUB |
Murmansk | 125 RUB |
The approximate average cost of Sulsena shampoo in Russia is from 250 to 260 rubles, peeling shampoo -300 - 315 rubles. Oil for care will cost about 340-350 rubles.
Reviews of trichologists on the effectiveness of Sulsen's paste
Sulsena paste, the instructions for the use of which were outlined above, received many positive evaluations from trichologists dealing with the health of the scalp.
As the observations of doctors have shown, in combination with Sulsen's shampoos, the paste shows significant effectiveness in the treatment of both dry and oily dandruff, and after several courses, the symptoms of the disease often disappear completely. Therefore, Sulsen's paste is often prescribed by specialists.
The drug is effective for hair loss and oily hair. After treatment with Sulsena, patients' hair loss is markedly reduced, sebum production is normalized and hair greasiness is reduced, which is explained by the sulfur compound present in Sulsena, which makes the hair follicles more resistant and stabilizes the sebum secretion of the glands.
Experts warn that when treating with this drug, it is necessary to strictly follow the recommendations for use in order to reduce the risk of developing allergic reactions.
Trichologists advise using the paste in conjunction with shampoos and Sulsen's caring oil - a mixture of nutritious vegetable oils.
The combination of selenium and sulfur in combination with other components of the paste is effective for treating:
- dandruff;
- excessive fat content;
- hair loss.
To achieve and consolidate the desired effect, you must strictly follow the instructions for using the Sulsen paste and undergo preventive treatment.
Author: Alina Shugaley
Article design: Mila Friedan
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