Why scalp scrubbing is indispensable in your hair care routine

• August 21 2025
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Okay, confession time: how often do you really think about your scalp during your hair care routine? We apply the nicest masks to our ends, spray leave-in conditioners, and use oils, but your scalp? We often completely forget it. While that’s exactly where it all starts!

So it’s time to give your scalp some extra attention! Because when your scalp is happy, so is your hair.

 

What does a scalp scrub actually do?

A scalp scrub exfoliates your scalp. It’s like a mini facial but on top of your head. Your scalp is exposed daily to: styling product residues, excess sebum, dust, and dirt, all things that quietly build up and can make your hair feel lifeless and heavy.

With a scrub, you give your scalp a fresh start. You remove:

• Accumulated styling product residues
• Excess sebum
• Dead skin cells
• Dust and other dirt you don’t even notice

 

When is it time to scrub your scalp:

Do you recognize this in yourself? Then it’s time to grab that scalp scrub! 

• Your scalp often feels irritated or itchy
• You have dandruff flakes
• Your hair feels ‘heavy’ or gets greasy quickly
• You regularly use dry shampoo or styling products
• You want to stimulate your hair growth

Recognize this? Then it’s definitely worth trying scalp scrubs. It can make just that difference so your hair feels lighter, cleaner, and healthier, and your styling products work better again.

 

The best scalp scrubs to try out

There are so many choices nowadays, so which scrub suits you best? It depends on your hair type and needs. These are great scalp scrubs to try:

• Lee Stafford Grow Long & Strong Stimulating Scalp Scrub
  Stimulates blood circulation and supports healthy hair growth.
• Reuzel Scrub Shampoo Exfoliating Shampoo
  Perfect for a thorough cleansing, especially if you use a lot of styling products.
• Umberto Giannini Grow Long Scrub Scalp Scrub
  The go-to if you want to support your hair growth.
• Umberto Giannini Exfoliating Anti-Dandruff Scalp Scrub
  Ideal if you suffer from flakes and a sensitive scalp.

 

Scalp scrub + massage = self-care goals

Make your scalp routine extra nice with a scalp massage brush. This not only helps you massage the scrub in extra well, but it also feels wonderfully relaxing. A scalp massage brush really completes your routine. 

These are a few examples of nice scalp massage brushes:

• Lee Stafford Shampoo Massage Brush
• Neofollics Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush
• Bellody Scalp Massage Brush - Champagne Beige
• Coco&Eve Youth Revive Pro Youth Scalp Massager

 

In short: scalp scrubbing belongs in your routine

Scalp scrubbing is the step we often forget, but it can make such a difference. It fits just as well into your routine as your favorite conditioner or hair mask.

Whether you suffer from build-up, oily hair, a sensitive scalp, or just want to keep your hair healthy, your scalp deserves extra attention.

So: treat yourself to that weekly mini wellness moment. You will notice that not only does your hair feel fresher and healthier, but you also enjoy that nice self-care moment in the shower.

 

Do you have any questions about our products or would you like advice? 

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