Climbazole
klim-BAZ-ole
What Is Climbazole?
A synthetic antifungal agent used in anti-dandruff products. It effectively controls Malassezia yeasts while being gentler on hair than many traditional anti-dandruff actives.
Source: Synthetic organic compound
Origin: Synthetic
Also known as: Climbazole
What Does Climbazole Do to Your Hair?
Inhibits Malassezia fungal growth on the scalp through disruption of fungal cell membrane synthesis. Effective at low concentrations and works well in combination with other anti-dandruff actives like piroctone olamine.
Best For
Dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, flaky scalp
Not Recommended For
None known at standard concentrations
Concentration Matters
0.2-0.5% in anti-dandruff products
Hair Type Compatibility
Method Compatibility
Safety & Regulation
Generally safe at standard cosmetic concentrations (0.5%). EU restricts use to 0.5% in rinse-off products and 0.5% in leave-on products. Some regulatory caution exists around higher concentrations.
FDA Status: Generally Recognized As Safe
FDA permits use in cosmetics. EU restricts to 0.5% maximum in cosmetic products.
EWG Score: 3/10
HairAide Verdict
An effective anti-dandruff ingredient that works well in combination with piroctone olamine. Safe at regulated concentrations. A good option in the modern anti-dandruff toolkit.
Products That Contain Climbazole
Anti-dandruff shampoos, medicated scalp treatments
Alternatives to Climbazole
If you want to avoid Climbazole, look for products with these ingredients instead:
Piroctone Olamine, Zinc Pyrithione, Ketoconazole
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Climbazole has a safety rating of 7/10 and is generally considered safe for use in hair products. Generally safe at standard cosmetic concentrations (0.5%). EU restricts use to 0.5% in rinse-off products and 0.5% in leave-on products. Some regulatory caution exists around higher concentrations.
Climbazole is not CG-method approved. Curly hair types may want to avoid this ingredient or use products containing it sparingly.
No, Climbazole is not approved for the Curly Girl method.
Some alternatives to Climbazole include: Piroctone Olamine, Zinc Pyrithione, Ketoconazole
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