The INKEY List 2% Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment to Reduce Flakes Itchiness and Control Oiliness 150ml

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There are two main ways to exfoliate the skin on your head. There are physical exfoliants that use friction to scrub away dry skin and buildup. There are also chemical exfoliants that dissolve dead skin cells that might be lingering on your scalp. You may be familiar with some of these ingredients, such as alpha-hydroxy acids, which are used in skin care products. ‌ Further questions on layering hair products or what the best hair treatment is for you? You can chat to our #askINKEY team now who’ll be happy to help build you a personalized haircare recipe! Applying an exfoliating scalp mask once or twice a week can help quell or prevent dandruff flare-ups, Anabel Kingsley, a trichologist at Philip Kinglsey Trichological Clinic, previously told SELF. “Exfoliating masks gently lift away flakes and helps to return the rate of skin cell turnover on the scalp to a normal, healthy level.” However, Kingsley notes that the brush method can be too irritating for some scalps. Product build up - an accumulation of product in the hair, often combining with sebum and dead skin cells which can leave the scalp inflamed, flaking and itching From a does-it-all scalp brush to scalp scrubs and exfoliating acids, here’s our edit of products that’ll take your next hair wash to the next level.

If you’ve noticed the state of your scalp has disintegrated over the past few months, join the club. While any number of things can cause an itchy scalp (like an imbalance in the microbiome due to an accumulation of a certain type of yeast, sunburn, or diet, to name three), stress is one of the key culprits, and there is no avoiding the fact we’ve all been under more of it – be it emotional or physical or both – of late. Sorry, this is not advised. When it comes to a healthy scalp, doubling up won’t work. “The exfoliating ingredients in skincare can be particularly difficult to wash out of hair,” says Adam. Leyden, JJ. (1987). Effects of sulfur and salicylic acid in a shampoo base in the treatment of dandruff: a double-blind study using corneocyte counts and clinical grading. Cutis. 1987 Jun;39(6):557-61. PMID: 3301220.

Do You Really Need to Scrub Your Scalp While Using Salicylic Acid Shampoo?

Enter the scalp scrub: dense, grainy and (in many cases) deliciously scented, these exfoliator-shampoo hybrids are the key to true shower (or bath!) nirvana. Our hair range includes a number of products that can have instant impact on the finish of your hair. Working with the complex cortex of the hair strands, we can easily layer shine with volume, repair with hydration through our targeted hair treatments. HOW TO USE: Use as a pre-shampoo treatment. Apply to a wet or dry scalp Use the nozzle to apply directly onto scalp and use your fingertips to rub in. Apply enough to cover the entire scalp. Leave on for 10 minutes then wash hair as normal. Use 1-2 times per week. Use on separate occasions to Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment to avoid any risk of irritation.

It is important to wash your hair thoroughly with the right shampoo and conditioner for your hair type. Trueb, R. (2018). Scalp Condition Impacts Hair Growth and Retention via Oxidative Stress. International Journal of Trichology. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6369642/ Excess of buildup can disrupt the healthy function of the hair follicle and removing that buildup can encourage normal growth and roots to lift up.When using any exfoliating actives we would recommend seeking advice from your doctor prior to using if pregnant or breastfeeding. Who should use it: Most people will benefit from salicylic acid-based haircare, especially those with a flaky, dry scalp and those with oily hair, says Williams. That being said, anyone with a sensitive scalp should proceed with caution. I left it on for the prescribed 10 minutes, and then shampooed and conditioned as per usual. I found that it’s also easy to wash out, and, most importantly, I felt no dryness or tightness during or after air drying my hair. That could be the effects of the FluidiPure 8G in the formula, a special complex of humectant and conditioning ingredients “that could help in targeting sebum production and reduce scalp irritation,” according to Iyer. The Results Scrubbing combs. You can find a variety of scalp exfoliating brushes and combs. Some are meant to be used in the shower. Others are for dry hair. They help scrub away product buildup, dirt, oil, and dead skin cells as you gently massage your skin with them. A gentle exfoliating scrub formulated with both chemical and physical exfoliators to help remove product build up and dead cells. This will leave your hair looking fresh and healthy. This unique formulation also helps to protect and balance the scalp’s microbiome and keep the hair follicles clean. Scalp exfoliation is vital to remove dead skin and product build up, giving your roots the chance to thrive and lift versus being weighed down.

Shake into the palm of your hand, massage hands together and use your fingertips to rub into your scalp. Apply enough to cover the entire scalp. Leave on for 10 minutes then wash hair as normal. Use 1 - 2 times a week. Another option is to use both—a regular shampoo with salicylic acid and a leave-on treatment with it too! That way, when it comes time for your next shower after applying these products on your head at night before bedtime (for example), all you’ll need to do is wash your hair normally like usual but don’t rinse out any leftover residue from either product (you’ll know what I mean).

How to Detox Your Scalp

Off the top of your head, you might not know why exfoliating your scalp could be beneficial for hair health. But as online searches for ‘scalp' have grown by over 11% and 'scalp exfoliation' by 27% over the past year, it seems under-hair skincare is coming to the fore. If you experience itchiness, try removing products individually from your routine to see if they are causing a reaction in your scalp. If your scalp is sensitive, try a chemical rather than physical exfoliant (such as a scalp massager or scrub) to gently remove the build-up of dead skin cells, excess oil and dandruff,” suggests Angela.