INTRODUCTION: Malassezia species are a part of the normal skin microbiota. They are lipid dependent yeast and utilize lipids from their environment so they inhabit sebaceous areas of the skin. In the presence of certain predisposing factors (tropical climate, increased secretion of sebaceous glands, impaired immunity, use of antibiotics, steroids and immunosuppressants) they cause skin diseases (pityriasis versicolor, seborrheic dermatitis and malassezia folliculitis), and have shown to play a role in the pathogenesis of severe inflammatory skin diseases sa atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. The treatment of Malassezia spp. related dermatoses is based on local and/or systemic administration of antifungal drugs and the local administration of antiseptics. Although these diseases are not considered to be hazardous, patients feel discontent due to impaired appearance of their skin and frequent relapses. Commercially available cosmetic products used to "better" the appearance of the skin contain ingredients for which in vitro testing prove they stimulate Malassezia spp. growth, and thus lead to exacerbation and relapse of disease. OBJECTIVES: The aim of this specialist paper is to based on published scientific studies, described and systematized ingredients of cosmetic preparations which have positive and negative effect on the growth of Malassezia spp. This study could contribute to the development of guidelines for prophylaxis of recurrent dermatoses caused by Malassezia spp. MATERIAL AND METHODS: For this specialist paper, literature was searched by topic of research, subject of research, authors and journal. It was searched from general to specialized articles, with selected articles relevant to the issues of this specialist paper. Relevant articles have been studied in an analytical and critical manner with respect to defining a scientific and / or professional problem, exploring existing knowledge about a defined problem (references), formulating a working hypothesis, selecting methods to test a hypothesis, presenting and analyzing results, and drawing conclusions. Studying relevant articles, the most important results, discussions, and conclusions have been identified and that will be presented in this specialist paper. Based on the studied articles, own conclusion are made by studying the issues issues which are an integral part of the discussion of this specialist paper. RESULTS: Given the increasing number of cosmetic products on the market and the increasing diversity of their components, these results represent a contribution in the field of pharmacy care and cosmetic vigilance. CONCLUSION: Malassezia spp. yeast feed on fatty acids with carbon chain lengths of 12- 24 atoms have been found to promote the growth of cultures. Most cosmetic preparations contain such fatty acids either in free or ester form. In individuals susceptible to Malassezia dermatoses, this can lead to worsening or frequent relapses. Aimed n vivo research is needed to investigate effects of cosmetic ingredients on Malassezia spp. growth to form preparations suitable for treating skin affected by Malassezia dermatoses. Malassezia yeasts are an integral part of the skin microbiome, so the aim of treatment is not their eradication but control of populations and maintenance of homeostasis.