Scalp Exfoliation: Before And After

[ElizaBlue]

I bought the PK Scalp Exfoliation and used it last night. I've been battling this dang summer flu and still haven't washed out the conditioner from last night. But will come back tomorrow with results. If anyone has used this please tell me if I was suppose to use the whole tube. My hair is super thick and it just seemed like I could never feel anything so I kept squirting out more until finally it didn't make sense not to put the whole tube in.

 

[gorgeoushair]

Think I will just try SM Purification Masque and the Vitagoods Scalp brush.

 

[Phoenix14]

I did the Nioxin last night. My scalp felt squeaky clean. Usually there's some flakes afterwards during styling but so far so good. I've also been having issues with buildup even after I washed. So far so good. I'm not sure how often I can use the Nioxin. I kind of want something I can use every time I wash though

 

[CodeRed]

I went to TJ Maxxx and got a Peter Coppola paddle brush (with the ball bristles). I used it when I got home... What a great massage I wanted to just keep brushing... Some hairs came out but they were mostly shed hairs. I'm going to do this before I do my pre - shampoo oiling and I'll still be using the Neutrogena T/Sal. I'll check at the end of the year to see how much growth I've gotten and what my scalp looks like. Exfoliating and massaging should give me not only a really healthy scalp but increased growth.

 

[ElizaBlue]

Hmmmm...not sure what I was suppose to get with the PK , but there was absolutely no difference. Still itching....still have tender spots.

 

[Prettymetty]

I've been using my Tangle Teaser brush to massage/exfoliate my scalp. I love the way it makes my scalp feel!

 

[Babygrowth]

@Muse I think I'm going to try a shampoo like the Shea Moisture or the Aveda. I'm also thinking about trying the Phytosquame @IDareT'sHair mentioned. Anything I can find at a decent price. Will definitely head to Marshalls. I know I don't want any scrub or brush. Back in my salon days my stylist used Nioxin and I loved it so I may try that although I know its not cheap, I had good experiences in the past.

 

[caliscurls]

Used Komaza Pona Hair and Scalp treatment over the weekend. Scalp feels clean and it was easy to use.

Prior to that I was using the Nioxon daily scalp leave-in. It made my scalp itch so I may put it away for now.

 

[imaginary]

Used Komaza Pona Hair and Scalp treatment over the weekend. Scalp feels clean and it was easy to use.

Prior to that I was using the Nioxon daily scalp leave-in. It made my scalp itch so I may put it away for now.

That komaza is definitely the next on my list. I wish their sales were a little better though :/

 

[kanozas]

 

[curlicarib]

So, in a squeeze bottle that I got from Sally's, I added 0.5 oz of 90% Lactic Acid to 5 ozs of aloe vera gel and mixed well. If my math is correct, this mixture diluted the lactic acid down to about 8%. Using the squeeze bottle I applied this mixture directly to my scalp and rubbed it in gently with the pads of my fingers. I let it sit for about 3 minutes and proceeded to shampoo and condition as normal. I've done this treatment twice at 2-week intervals.

I like it. My scalp is clean, no itch and no discernible damage/issues to my strands so far. This is good because damage to my hair was a concern when I first read this thread.

I've never suffered with dandruff so no comment there. I have suffered clogged follicles in the past that led to hair loss, so keeping my follicles clean and clear is particularly important to me. So far I like this treatment will continue to do it once a month until the end of the year and reassess then.

 

[g.lo]

hi all,

thank you so much for the inputs and suggestions.
Since I made the video, i haven't exfoliate my scalp because I want to experimentg with some DIY and post the results here. I will probably start with baking soda. I have a very busy schedule lately and will only be able to post end of the month.
if you have other stuff you would like me to test and post before and after, please let me know.

 

[Ltown]

@kanozas great the ingredient and price are just right.

ingredients
WATER ,BUTYLENE GLYCOL ,GLYCERIN ,SODIUM LAUROYL SARCOSINATE ,HEXYLENE GLYCOL ,PHENOXYETHANOL ,PEG-25 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL ,PEG-40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL ,CAPRYLYL GLYCOL ,MENTHOL ,SALICYLIC ACID ,FRAGRANCE ,PROPYLENE GLYCOL ,SODIUM PCA ,AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL ,SORBIC ACID ,CITRIC ACID ,HYDROLYZED SILK ,MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA (TEA TREE) LEAF O ,CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE ,MENTHA PIPERITA (PEPPERMINT) OIL ,INULA CRITHMOIDE FLOWER/LEAF EXTRACT

 

[kanozas]

Lactic acid....I'm wondering if lemon juice with yogurt would produce the same if you left it on for a lot longer. I might try the Silk Elements because it's cheap lol. Yogurt is even cheaper since I have it here at home haha. Should we scritch the scalp beforehand?

 

[Ltown]

Lactic acid....I'm wondering if lemon juice with yogurt would produce the same if you left it on for a lot longer. I might try the Silk Elements because it's cheap lol. Yogurt is even cheaper since I have it here at home haha. Should we scritch the scalp beforehand?

I don't think so any acid imo will do its job and absorb.

 

[imaginary]

@curlicarib

That mix sounds great. Where did you get the lactic acid?

 

[curlicarib]

@curlicarib

That mix sounds great. Where did you get the lactic acid?

Hey @imaginary, I got it at www.lotioncrafter.com. I like it because I can dilute it for various uses - face, body and now scalp.

 

[DarkJoy]

Made the mistake of getting the ion exfoliate. Opened the tube and there's granules! But i spent my money and wasn't going back to Sally's so...

Now remember, im a 4c. I knew the risk. I put that on my scalp and scrub- a- dub. And it didnt rinse out

A little more came out during shampoo tho and the rest slid out after DC. So no harm no foul.

My scalp and hair felt good. Honestly my hair loved it! So bouncy after and that's hard to get with a definitionless cotton ball.

Between the ion scrub and nioxin, I like the ion better.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

@DarkJoy

@Prettymetty had the same experience upthread I think.

Good Review.

 

[Beany]

@g.lo

I use Shea Moisture Deep Cleansing shampoo (black line, old formula). Salicylic acid is the 4th ingredient. Should this product work?

This is what I use too. I thought about getting another brand, but this shampoo lives up to it's name. Good and deep cleansing.

 

[Fine 4s]

I know someone with really bad flaky scalp (you can see scales if you look closely).
Maybe TSal shampoo from Neutrogena could help?

 

[Allandra]

I know someone with really bad flaky scalp (you can see scales if you look closely).
Maybe TSal shampoo from Neutrogena could help?

@Fine 4s

You should try scalp exfoliating. Even T Sal shampoo from Neutrogena can still leave one with flakes. Exfoliating the scalp (when done well / correctly) removes the built up (crusty) skin from the scalp.

 

[Fine 4s]

@Allandra
Even if it's so bad it looks like a medical condition? He went to the derm about this and they really didn't give much info.
But I will start with a scrub then.

 

[Allandra]

@Fine 4s

It wouldn't hurt to try. Derms aren't into healing people. They are into writing prescriptions and making money (over and over and over).

@Allandra
Even if it's so bad it looks like a medical condition? He went to the derm about this and they really didn't give much info.
But I will start with a scrub then.

 

[DarkJoy]

Hey SheScentit Fans:

BLUEBERRY COWASH
INGREDIENTS:
Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Marshamallow Althaea Officianalis Root Extract, Rice Bran(Oryza Sativa) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado Oil), Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearalkonium Chloride, Yucca (Yucca Schidigera) Root Extract, Cetrimonium Chloride, Vegetable Glycerin, Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Seed oil, Panthenol Vit B5, Fragrance, Germall Plus, Lactic Acid
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Was already gonna give this a try--so bought it. Why I gotta wait for BF?

 

[julzinha]

Are there essential oils that exfoliate the scalp?

 

[Nightingale]

Hey SheScentit Fans:

BLUEBERRY COWASH
INGREDIENTS:
Purified Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Marshamallow Althaea Officianalis Root Extract, Rice Bran(Oryza Sativa) Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado Oil), Behentrimonium Methosulfate (and) Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearalkonium Chloride, Yucca (Yucca Schidigera) Root Extract, Cetrimonium Chloride, Vegetable Glycerin, Vaccinium Corymbosum (Blueberry) Seed oil, Panthenol Vit B5, Fragrance, Germall Plus, Lactic Acid
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Was already gonna give this a try--so bought it. Why I gotta wait for BF?

With Lactic Acid being the last ingredient after fragrance and preservative, I'd guess it accounts for 1% or less of the product. That isn't enough to exfoliate.

 

[DarkJoy]

With Lactic Acid being the last ingredient after fragrance and preservative, I'd guess it accounts for 1% or less of the product. That isn't enough to exfoliate.

Aww man. I tried!

 

[Muse]

Every scalp treatment from komaza care is amazing (Vitamin Reign, Bountiful mane scalp serum and Pona hair & scalp treatment). Stopped my scalp itching in its tracks, where I had tried some many other products (including the neutrogena T/Sal shampoo with salicylic acid) to no avail .

I especially like the Pona hair and scalp treatment.

Im going to try the Pona scalp treatment. This Alterna one is way too expensive like $36 for 3 oz. Also, you have to wet your hair before you apply. I like that the Pona can be added to dry hair. I have a vibrating scalp massager that I can use in conjunction with the oil. I'll update after I have tried it.

 

[IDareT'sHair]

Are there essential oils that exfoliate the scalp?

@julzinha

Julz:

Not sure about EO's, but based on some kitchentican research I did after being in this thread, listed Moringa as an exfoliant (is that even a word?)

Anyway, I have Moringa Tea and used it last wash day as a rinse.