7 Products You Need for a Healthier Scalp

March 29, 2022

By: Ariel Wodarcyk | Makeup.com by L'Oréal

We’ve all had bad hair days, whether our roots are overgrown, our edges won’t lay flat or our curls refuse to hold. While many of these issues can be solved with different styling tools or products, there are other hair woes that start specifically at the scalp.

A healthy scalp is the key to flake-free, grease-free hair that grows long and strong — consider it the foundation of your next good hair day. If you’re wondering how to improve the health of your scalp, keep reading.

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Best Scalp Scrub: Kiehl’s Amino Acid Scalp Scrub Detox Treatment

If you find your scalp getting greasy fast, try exfoliating with a scalp scrub. This amino acid-infused formula removes excess sebum and product buildup for a satisfyingly deep clean that won’t strip your hair of moisture. You can use it once a week in place of your regular shampoo.

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Best Sulfate-Free Shampoo for Curls: Carol’s Daughter Wash Day Delight Sulfate-Free Shampoo with Rosewater

The targeted nozzle of this rose-scented shampoo makes it easy to cleanse your hair right at the scalp. It has a gentle lather in order to minimize tangles and glycerin to attract moisture to natural curls.

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Best Shampoo for Greasy Roots: Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Hair Reset Clarifying Shampoo

A drugstore favorite, this clarifying shampoo eliminates oil, product buildup and residue so you can have softer, shiner hair and a cleaner scalp for up to four days. It’s also completely vegan and formulated without parabens and silicones.

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Best Co-Wash: Matrix A Curl Can Dream Co-Wash

A dry, overwashed scalp equals dry hair, which is why we recommend using a co-wash between regular wash days. This gentle cleansing conditioner is made to define and moisturize your curls thanks to a blend of glycerin and manuka honey extract.

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Best Shampoo for Dandruff: Redken Scalp Relief Dandruff Control Shampoo

If you’re dealing with dandruff, we recommend swapping your regular shampoo for this specialized treatment. It features pyrithione zinc, which has antimicrobial, antifungal and antibacterial properties to help clarify your scalp and relieve itchiness. It leaves your hair with a smooth, glass-like finish.

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Best Scalp Serum: Virtue Topical Scalp Supplement

You might have a collection of serums for your face, but what about for your scalp? This one is a favorite of trichologist Dr. Bridgette Hill, who emphasizes the importance of scalp topicals in every hair routine. The lightweight formula is rich with keratin and vitamins to help promote a balanced scalp and strong hair. Simply apply five to seven drops directly to your scalp, comb through to your ends and let it sink in for two minutes before you go to bed.

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Best Scalp Accessory: Jupiter Scalp Brush

Scalp massages don't just feel great — they also promote blood circulation and exfoliate flakes away. You can use this one between wash days to remove flaking and buildup, or to comb through your shampoo for an extra deep clean.

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