Sebamed Range Guide: Everyday Shampoo, Face and Body Wash, and Baby Care

Sebamed is a German pharmacy brand with one big idea printed on almost every bottle: pH 5.5. Instead of building a range around a hero ingredient, it builds everything, from shampoo to baby wash, around matching the skin's natural slight acidity.

That makes Sebamed easy to understand once you know what pH 5.5 means, and why it matters more for some people than others. This guide explains the pH story in plain terms, then walks through the main products and who each suits.

The pH 5.5 story, in plain English

pH measures how acidic or alkaline something is, on a scale where 7 is neutral. The surface of healthy adult skin is slightly acidic, usually somewhere around 4.5 to 5.5. This thin acidic layer, sometimes called the acid mantle, helps the skin's barrier work properly and supports the friendly microbes that live on it.

Traditional bar soap is alkaline. Washing with it temporarily raises the skin's pH. Healthy skin recovers quickly, but for people with dry, sensitive or eczema-prone skin, frequent alkaline washing can leave skin tight, itchy and more easily irritated.

Sebamed's approach is to use soap-free cleansers balanced to pH 5.5, so washing disturbs the skin's surface as little as possible.

What pH 5.5 does not mean: it is not a treatment for skin conditions, and pH is only one part of a gentle formula. The cleansing agents, fragrance and how often you wash matter too. Think of it as a sensible baseline rather than a magic number.

Who benefits most: people who shower twice a day in Singapore's heat, those with dry or sensitive skin, people with eczema-prone skin, and anyone who finds ordinary soap leaves them tight or itchy.

Face & Body Wash: the core product

Sebamed Liquid Face & Body WashSebamedSebamed Liquid Face & Body Wash Pump 1000mlSebamed Liquid Face & Body Wash 1000ml Pump is a large pump cleanser for face and body routines.S$41.29

is the product that best represents the brand. It is a soap-free liquid cleanser for both face and body, with a care complex that includes vitamins, allantoin and a moisturising ingredient. The lather is modest, and it rinses clean.

It suits:

• Sensitive and dry skin that reacts to fragranced shower gels.

• Families who want one wash in the bathroom for everyone above baby age.

• Twice-daily showerers, such as people who exercise outdoors or commute in the heat.

If you prefer a bar, Sebamed Cleansing BarSebamedSebamed Cleansing Bar 150gSebamed Cleansing Bar is a cleansing bar for washing the skin.S$12.80

looks like soap but is a soap-free bar made to the same pH idea. It is a good choice for travel and for people who like bars but find ordinary soap drying. Let it dry between uses on a draining soap dish, or it turns mushy in a humid bathroom.

Everyday Shampoo: gentle hair washing

Sebamed Everyday ShampooSebamedSebamed Everyday Shampoo 1000mlSebamed Everyday Shampoo 1000ml is a large mild shampoo for frequent hair washing routines.S$47.91

is a mild shampoo designed for frequent washing. In Singapore, many people wash their hair daily because of sweat and humidity; a gentle shampoo makes that easier on the scalp.

It suits normal hair and sensitive scalps that get itchy with stronger shampoos. It is not designed for heavy styling product buildup or stubborn dandruff.

For specific scalp issues, Sebamed also has:

• Oily Hair Shampoo for scalps that feel greasy by the evening.

• Sebamed Anti-Dandruff ShampooSebamedSebamed Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 1000mlSebamed Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 1000ml is a shampoo in a 1000ml pack.S$59.40

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  for flaking. Massage it into the scalp and leave it briefly before rinsing.

If flaking is thick, very itchy or spreads to your eyebrows and ears, our guide to dandruff and oily scalp care explains when a medicated shampoo or a doctor's visit is the better step.

Body Lotion: after the shower

Sebamed Moisturizing Body LotionSebamedSebamed Moisturizing Body Lotion 400mlSebamed Moisturizing Body Lotion 400ml is a lightweight body lotion for sensitive or normal-to-oily skin routines.S$36.96

is a light body lotion for sensitive skin. It spreads easily and absorbs fairly quickly, so it works for daytime in humid weather.

Apply it within a few minutes of patting dry, when skin is still slightly damp. If your skin is very dry or eczema-prone and the lotion is not enough, look for a richer cream; our explainer on lotion, cream and balm helps you choose.

Sebamed Baby: wash, lotion and nappy cream

Baby skin is thinner and loses water more easily than adult skin, and it takes time after birth for the surface to settle into its slightly acidic state. That is the reasoning behind Sebamed's baby range.

Sebamed's baby and children's range covers cleansers, shampoos, lotions and creams for babies and young children. Sebamed Baby LotionSebamedSebamed Baby Lotion 200mlSebamed Baby & Children's Care — Baby Lotion 200ml, 200ml.S$20.25

is a light, everyday moisturiser to use after bath time.

Sebamed Baby Wash Extra SoftSebamedSebamed Baby Wash - Extra Soft 200ml� Protect and hydrate the baby's skin � Tear free formula � Botanical ingredientsS$19.30

is a tear-free wash for daily baths. For newborns, plain water or a very small amount of mild wash is usually enough; there is no need to lather up a tiny baby every day.

Sebamed Diaper Rash CreamSebamedSebamed Diaper Rash Cream 100mlSebamed Diaper Rash Cream, 100ml.S$23.98

is a barrier cream for the nappy area. Apply a thin layer at changes to protect skin from wetness. If the rash has bright red spots spreading beyond the main area, blisters, or does not improve within a few days, see a doctor, as it may be a yeast infection that needs a different treatment.

For more on choosing baby products, see our pregnancy and baby skincare shopping guide.

Clear Face: for blemish-prone skin

Sebamed Clear FaceSebamedSebamed Clear Face Antibacterial Cleansing Foam - 150mlSebamed Clear Face Antibacterial Cleansing Foam - 150ml is a facial cleanser in a 150ml pack.S$20.60

is the range for oily, spot-prone skin, with a cleansing foam, scrub, care gel and creams. It takes the pH approach to a skin type that is often over-cleansed with harsh products.

It suits mild breakouts and oily skin that feels stripped by strong acne washes. For more persistent acne, an active ingredient such as salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide or adapalene usually does more. Our simple acne routine shows how to add one without damaging your barrier.

Intimate Wash: for external use only

Sebamed Intimate Wash SensitiveSebamedSebamed Intimate Wash Sensitive - 200mlSebamed Intimate Wash Sensitive 200ml is a gentle intimate wash for external cleansing routines.S$20.39

is a gentle liquid cleanser for external intimate-area hygiene. The vagina cleans itself, so never use any wash internally or douche. A mild, unscented cleanser on the outside is enough.

If you have unusual discharge, a strong odour, itching or pain, do not try to wash it away; see a doctor or a women's health clinic, as these can signal an infection that needs treatment.

FAQ

Is Sebamed suitable for eczema-prone skin?

The soap-free, pH-balanced washes are a gentle choice for many people with eczema-prone skin. You will still need a good moisturiser after washing, and flares may need a doctor's advice.

Can men use Sebamed?

Yes. Nothing in the core range is gendered. The Face & Body Wash, Everyday Shampoo and body lotion suit anyone.

Do I need a pH-balanced shampoo?

Not necessarily. Many shampoos are already mildly acidic. A gentle, pH-balanced shampoo is most useful if you wash daily and your scalp gets itchy or tight with stronger formulas.

Bottom line

Sebamed's strength is gentle, pH-balanced basics. Choose the Liquid Face & Body Wash or Cleansing Bar for everyday washing, the Everyday Shampoo for frequent hair washing, and the Body Lotion after showers. The Baby range covers bath time and nappy care, Clear Face suits mild breakouts, and the Intimate Wash is for external use only.