what is a scalp detox?
sometimes, you need a clean slateโฆ and we mean *squeaky* clean. a scalp detox does just that โ itโs the practice of using the right products to cleanse and rebalance your scalpโs delicate eco-system. your scalp plays a big role up there; laying the foundations for healthy tresses to grow and prosper, which only happens *if* your scalp is in a state of nirvana.ย if youโre scratching your head in confusion wondering whether or not you need a detox, we can give you some surefire signs that point to yes.
what ingredients to look for?
when it comes to adding back the balance to your scalpโs microbiome, ingredients play one heck of a role in making sure things stay on track to soothe success. youโll want to be on the hunt for ingredients that wonโt weigh your hair down, or act like gasoline to a flame and cause more irritation.ย our four-step system contains no added fragrance, only peppermint and eucalyptus leaf oils to cool and calm. no harsh sulfates or parabens, just a scalp-saving scalp complex and plant-based prebiotic to replenish, regulate oil and restore the scalp to its once former glory.
how to reset your scalp like a pro?
now that you know whatโs up when it comes to a scalp detox, itโs time to get your reset routine down pat.
1. pre-wash treatment
start strong with head start scalp exfoliator for a clean slate for your scalp. head start will deeply cleanse to remove product build-up, dry, flaky skin, and excess oil leaving the scalp feeling balance, clean and refreshed. ideal for weekly use.
scalp exfoliators are ideal for cleansing away stubborn impurities, like dead skin cells and pollutants, that a shampoo just canโt quite shake. our exfoliator will also soothe and cool the scalp, thanks to eucalyptus and peppermint oil, leaving it refreshed and calm. itโs the first step to putting everything back to balance and promoting a healthy foundation for hair to grow.
2. deep clean or clarifying shampoo
next-up on the agenda, cleanse and hydrate your scalp and hair with a scalp shampoo, like common ground. use it to keep things like dryness, flakiness and oil under control.
3. lightweight, hydrating conditioner or leave-in treatment
give your scalp some extra attention with ground control, a rinse-out scalp treatment to keep the good times rolling. itโll leave your scalp feeling hydrated and calm, whilst leaving the hair nourished, soft and manageable without feeling oily or heavy.
4. daily treatment/maintenance
now that balance has been restored, itโs time to keep it that wayโฆ continue with the above steps and the irritation, dry, flaky scalp scales shouldnโt tip. but, if sometimes your nogginโ is still feeling a little out of whack, settle it down with a lashings of our home base scalp serum.
much like a glass of water for the scalp, this leave-on scalp serum instantly hydrates and soothes while protecting the scalp from moisture loss to leave it feeling happy, balanced and calm.
how to reset different hair types?
itchy, dry, oily, or irritated scalps all love evo scalp, but the beauty of this range is that it's the perfect sidekick for each and every hair type. whether youโve got curly, frizzy, or dehydrated locks - or anything in-between - evo scalp helps to keep everything balanced, happy, and healthy. So, if your noggin is feeling a little out of whack, evo scalp can be easily worked into your existing wash day routine for an added pick-me-up, helping to restore your scalp to a state of serenity.
how to maintain hair and scalp health
maintaining a healthy scalp and hair goes beyond just the products youโre using on your tressesโฆ aim to detox your scalp weekly to give that all-round reset, while boosting moisture in your locks.ย weโd also recommend making sure youโre protecting you nogginโ from the sunโs harsh rays, which wreak some serious havoc. even things like rinsing salt and chlorine from your hair immediately after a dip in the ocean or pool can help protect your scalp tremendously.
the takeaway
if youโve got a scalp thatโs screaming and crying for some help, youโll know just how important it is to detox your scalp. luckily, weโre the one-stop-scalp-shop with all the goodies one would need to restore all the things you could ever need.
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