What does KilgourMD use instead of zinc pyrithione?Updated 13 hours ago

Rather than relying on zinc-based suppression, KilgourMD takes a barrier-supportive, microbiome-first approach to scalp care.

Our Shampoo uses: Piroctone olamine, an EU-approved cosmetic active, to help reduce the appearance of visible flakes while supporting scalp comfort. Microbiome-modulating ingredients such as CutiBiome CLR™ and Patchoul’Up™, which help normalize the scalp ecosystem without stripping beneficial flora. Sebum-balancing actives, including Patchoul’Up™, which has been shown in clinical testing to rebalance sebum by up to 39%, helping reduce the oily conditions where visible flakes can accumulate

Together, this approach helps reduce visible flakes and improve scalp appearance without relying on potentially irritating, outdated, or dangerous ingredients.