Exfoliation may be a key step in your skincare routine, but has it made its way into your haircare ritual yet? With UK searches for ‘scalp exfoliation’ up +200% in the last 30 days according to Google Trends, it seems as though for many, it may be on its way there.
With numerous benefits, scalp exfoliation isn’t just helpful for those experiencing flakiness. The sensorial experience can help to clear a build-up of product, debris and oil on the scalp, in turn helping to calm irritation, while leaving hair looking and feeling cleaner for longer. The benefits don’t stop there, with exfoliation also encouraging blood flow to the scalp and stimulating follicles, key for promoting healthy hair growth1.
Here we share some of the expertly developed products available from Chistophe Robin, Grow Gorgeous and AMELIORATE, designed to deeply exfoliate the scalp, whether through physical or chemical exfoliation.
NEW: Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt – Limited Edition La Normandie – RRP £42.00
Offering intense oil absorption and elimination of chemical residues from the scalp, the Cleansing Purifying Scrub’s expert formula infuses hair with a new aromatic, floral, and woody fragrance, reminiscent of the wide sandy beaches of Normandy. A powerful aroma of bergamot and lemon promises a breath of fresh air, while floral notes of iris and violet leaf which blend with fragrant cedarwood. Hair and scalp are left feeling soothed and deeply cleansed, leaving hair looking beautifully fresh and shiny.
Christophe Robin Hydrating Cream Scrub with Aloe Vera – RRP £34.00
A gentle exfoliant pre-wash treatment with natural Jojoba scrub particles to gently polish away dead skin cells and debris, softening and resurfacing the skin barrier and is suitable for even the driest and most sensitive of scalps. The formulation also includes Fermented Agave Juice Extract, and antioxidant-rich Organic Cucumber Juice Extract. The scalp is left deeply hydrated, soothed, and free of redness.
Grow Gorgeous Purifying AHA 5% Booster + Prebiotic – RRP £25.00
This scientifically proven treatment harnesses the clarifying power of Glycolic Acid, beneficial for those experiencing flakiness and product build-up. Glycolic Acid a gentle chemical exfoliant that eliminates excess product build-up and encourages cell turnover, to help remove dead skin cells and refine the appearance of the scalp. Polyfructose Extract from Chicory Roots supports a healthy scalp environment, maximising your scalps protection.
Grow Gorgeous Scalp Detox Scrub – RRP £25.00
The Scalp Detox Scrub is a Deep cleansing scalp treatment formulated to purify and refresh scalps with physical and chemical exfoliation from Bamboo particles, White Willow Bark Extract, Grapefruit Extract, and Pomegranate Enzymes. Excess sebum is balanced, causing hair to appear fresher, cleaner, and more radiant. Caffeine wakes up roots with a stimulating boost, and Amino Acids promote healthy-looking hair. To use, massage into the scalp and leave for a few moments before washing out with your preferred shampoo. Designed to be used 1-2 times per week.
AMELIORATE Transforming Scalp Serum – RRP £20.00
Resurfaces the uppermost layers of the scalp, whilst providing intense moisture and comfort to a flaky, itchy, dry scalp. Optimum levels of Lactic Acid encourage the scalp’s natural exfoliation process, gently softening surface dead skin cells and debris whilst respecting the natural pH balance of the scalp. Our unique LaH6 Skin Hydration Complex and a nourishing blend of Oat Oil, Frankincense extract, Celery Seed Oil and Minerals help improve the appearance of the scalp, replenish hydration to enhance the moisture barrier and provide a healthy environment for balanced scalp microflora. This lightweight, fragrance-free serum provides instant relief and comfort to the scalp and progressively leaves the scalp feeling soft and smooth, with condition visibly improved. The scalp is left feeling more comfortable, with softer, smoother and healthier-looking hair. Suitable for all hair types.
AMELIORATE Clarifying Scalp Exfoliant – RRP £20.00
Gently exfoliates and cleanses, reducing the appearance of a flaky, itchy, dry scalp. Optimum levels of Lactic Acid encourage the scalp’s natural exfoliation process, gently removing dead skin cells. Together with our unique LaH6 Skin Hydration Complex, this non-abrasive exfoliating scrub leaves the scalp feeling conditioned, whilst respecting its natural pH balance. This fragrance-free scrub delivers instant relief and comfort to the scalp, progressively refining and improving its texture and condition. The scalp is left feeling more comfortable, instantly relieved, conditioned and healthier looking. Suitable for all hair types.