I get it. Having a dry, flake full scalp is the worst. Especially when you have oily hair AND a dry scalp! What the heck are you supposed to do for that?!
I have battled dry scalp for years. I was on Accutane in high school to help with my acne and oil production and even though I have been off of the medication for years, I still feel like my scalp has never been the same. Dry, itchy and flakey! It doesn’t help that for the sake of my hair- well and to save some serious time with all of the high from my Natural Beaded Rows Extensions, I like to push my shampoos out 4-5 days meaning I have to use dry shampoo thus creating more DRYNESS!
This would always create scalp irritation for me when I would get my extensions tightened because my scalp was so dry it had no give to it. I was always SO itchy around my rows for the first two weeks. I love my extensions and have seen such amazing improvement in the quality of my hair since wearing them so I refuse to give them up over a pesky dry scalp.
Notice I say how it WAS dry and itchy?? What changed?!
The Holy Grail of scalp products-Oribe’s Serene Scalp line. Holy crap. Since using my scalp has never been happier. I have no more flakes, itchiness or irritation 🙌🏻
So if any of this is hitting home for you, let me tell you what you need and why:
1) Serene Scalp Anti Dandruff Shampoo
This gentle treatment cleanser, formulated with salicylic acid, relieves and prevents dandruff while soothing dry, itchy, irritated scalp. The result: healthy, hydrated hair with no trace of flakes.
BENEFITS
Gently cleanses hair while soothing scalp itchiness and irritation
Eliminates dandruff flakes
Relieves dryness
Reduces redness
Maintains healthy moisture balance of scalp and hair
Hair and scalp are refreshed and rejuvenated
Safe for color-treated hair
Dermatologist-tested. Formulated without parabens, sulfates or sodium chloride. Color and keratin treatment safe. UV protection for hair. Vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free.
The ONLY downside for me with this shampoo is that I have to take a break from using it while I am Pregnant because of the Salicylic acid. However I DID find a dupe for this product to use during my pregnancy that isn’t AS amazing for dandruff but still helps hydrate my scalp. This product is by Kristin Ess and is called the Micellar Shampoo. This one does not have salicylic acid so it is safe to use while pregnant. You will still need a secondary shampoo with this one as this one works best strictly on the scalp.
2- Serene Scalp Balancing Conditioner
I LOVE this product even MORE than the shampoo! The second it touches my scalp I feel instant moisture and relief. This calming conditioner truly balances it all, deeply hydrating and soothing the scalp while removing loose dandruff flakes. Our ultra-nourishing formula quenches parched strands and unwinds tangles, revealing softer, silkier hair
Hydrates scalp and hair
Maintains healthy moisture balance
Detangles hair while strengthening and restoring elasticity
Soothes and calms the scalp
Leaves hair silky soft
Dermatologist-tested. Formulated without parabens, sulfates or sodium chloride. Color and keratin treatment safe. UV protection for hair. Vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free.
3- Serene Scalp Soothing Leave On Treatment
A MUST FOR EXTENSION WEARERS! You know those first two weeks after getting a move up? Your scalp is a little tender-like wearing your hair in a tight pony all day. Of course this is only temporary-but this product helps reduce to completely eliminate that sensation. Especially if you are like me and get ITCHY ITCHY when your rows are snug. Instant relief. This lightweight and fast-absorbing, leave-on treatment removes loose dandruff flakes while cooling mint and calming chamomile soothe and balance the scalp.
HOW TO USE
Part hair in sections, apply directly onto scalp where needed and massage in. Can be used on damp or dry hair. Perfect to use post color to soothe scalp.
BENEFITS
Soothes and calms the scalp
Removes loose dandruff flakes
Maintains healthy moisture balance of scalp and hair
Creates an optimal environment for healthy hair
Fast-absorbing
Fragrance-free
Dermatologist-tested. Formulated without parabens, sulfates or sodium chloride. Color and keratin treatment safe. UV protection for hair. Vegan, cruelty-free and gluten-free.