Selenium disulfide
Selenium Disulfide
Selenium disulfide (pronounced: sə-ˈlē-nē-əm dī-ˈsəl-ˌfīd) is an inorganic compound that is a common ingredient in anti-dandruff shampoos. It is a bright orange solid that is insoluble in water. It is also known as selenium sulfide.
Etymology
The term "selenium" comes from the Greek word "selēnē", which means "moon". The term "disulfide" refers to the presence of two sulfur atoms in the compound.
Usage
Selenium disulfide is primarily used in anti-dandruff shampoos and hair treatments. It works by slowing the growth of yeast that causes dandruff. It is also used in the treatment of tinea versicolor, a fungal infection that causes discoloration of the skin.
Related Terms
- Selenium: A chemical element with the symbol Se and atomic number 34. It is a nonmetal with properties that are intermediate between the elements above and below in the periodic table, sulfur and tellurium.
- Disulfide: A type of functional group in organic chemistry. Disulfides can occur in many different compounds, including polymers, dyes, pharmaceuticals, and natural and synthetic rubbers.
- Tinea versicolor: A common fungal infection that causes small, discolored patches of skin.
- Anti-dandruff: Refers to products or treatments that are designed to combat dandruff, a common scalp condition that causes flaking of the skin.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Selenium disulfide
- Wikipedia's article - Selenium disulfide
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