Healthy hair means a healthy scalp. And more than giving your hair a hair mask every week may be required. And speaking of the skin on the scalp, scalp detox may be just what you need to rejuvenate it.

Dry shampoos and the highly stressful lives that most of us lead are two of the main factors affecting the scalp's balance and health. It is essential to let the scalp breathe.

What is the scalp detox?

In essence, scalp detox is the detoxification of the scalp—a deep cleansing that helps balance and create a better "environment" that leaves skin and hair healthier. More specifically, it is designed to remove residue from hair products, sebum, dead skin cells, and water-containing minerals that penetrate the hair's interior, causing damage.

However, in addition to cleansing, the scalp detox includes a nourishing scalp treatment that moisturizes and promotes a healthy pH level and balances the scalp microbiome.

How Often Should I Do It

This depends on your problem, and your dermatologist or hair stylist can give you the right answer. However, on average, twice a month is a good frequency.

What are the signs that indicate it’s time for detox?

Your scalp is oily

An oily scalp can indicate an imbalance in the scalp microbiome. Imbalances often lead to overactivity of the sebaceous glands, which promotes the production of excess oil. The excess oil then attracts debris to the roots, leading to buildup that clogs pores and hair follicles.

Feel itchy

If you catch yourself scratching your head during the day, then you probably need a detox. An itchy scalp is often a sign of inflammation caused by a build-up of product or residue on the roots.

You notice dandruff

Excessive dryness and dandruff can also be signs of an imbalance in the scalp. Seasonal changes can also lead to dryness. A detox helps to restore moisture and balance.

You notice increased hair loss or breakage

If you've noticed more breakage or hair loss than usual, it may be time to schedule a scalp detox. Hair loss may have been caused by poor circulation in the scalp or excessive sebum buildup in the hair follicles.

How Do I Do It?

In order to detox your scalp, you will need an exfoliating product targeted to the scalp. It is applied by massaging the scalp to stimulate blood circulation and remove impurities such as dust, smoke, sweat, and residues of styling products. It gives an immediate feeling of renewal and rejuvenation while providing the hair length a healthy shine.

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