{"id":17186,"date":"2021-06-28T11:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prose.com\/?p=17186"},"modified":"2025-06-18T13:13:21","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T17:13:21","slug":"why-to-use-a-scalp-scrub","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/why-to-use-a-scalp-scrub","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons To Use A Scalp Scrub"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><h2>1. To remove buildup and excess oil<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buildup can occur naturally and\/or from hair products. Especially if you stretch time between washes, a natural buildup of oils, dead skin, and dirt can cake up on the scalp. Meanwhile, products that leave residue, like dry shampoo, or have a sticky consistency, like mousse and hairspray, can also accumulate as buildup. That\u2019s why a scalp scrub, with its exfoliating and detoxifying ingredients, is so important to break down and remove buildup before you go in with shampoo and conditioner. We love ingredients like <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/jujube-bark-extract\">jujube bark<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/bamboo-charcoal\">bamboo clay<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/jojoba-beads\">jojoba beads<\/a> (which are naturally biodegradable) to cleanse, detoxify, and exfoliate away buildup\u2014which is why they\u2019re all ingredients chosen for our <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/products\/custom-scalp-mask\">custom pre-shampoo scalp mask<\/a> formula. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>2. To relieve a dry, flaky scalp<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dry, flaky scalp is more than skin deep\u2014it\u2019s visible and it can hurt our self-esteem as well as our hair health. A natural, nourishing scalp scrub can gently loosen dead skin without irritation while simultaneously hydrating and moisturizing dry, itchy skin. <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/cannabidiol\">CBD powder<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/grapefruit-oil\">grapefruit oil<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/provitamin-b5\">pro-vitamin B<\/a> are a few of the ingredients we recommend for hydrating and soothing an inflamed scalp. However, if you experience dryness and flakiness from conditions like psoriasis, acne, eczema, it\u2019s best to consult a dermatologist about the best solution for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>3. To balance the scalp microbiome&nbsp;<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/blog\/scalp-microbiome.php\">scalp microbiome<\/a> is like a perfectly composed choire of microorganisms (aka good bacteria and yeast) singing in harmony. But problems arise when one type of bacteria overpowers the others and the harmony is thrown off balance. Some causes of an imbalanced scalp microbiome are overwashing, harsh chemicals like sulfates, and buildup. Scalp scrub ingredients like <a href=\"https:\/\/prose.com\/ingredients\/kombucha-tea\">kombucha<\/a> and prebiotics can aid in a healthy scalp microbiome, while choosing natural, sulfate-free hair products is the best prevention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>4. To promote healthy hair growth and shinier strands<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of your hair like a bed of flowers and the scalp as the soil bed that all those beautiful buds spring forth from. If your soil is clogged with debris and dead leaves, it\u2019s harder for things to grow. Using a scalp scrub keeps dead skin, buildup, and oil at bay so hair follicles can sprout up and grow longer, stronger, and shinier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><h2>5. Last but not least: For self-care!<\/h2><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s not forget that an added benefit of using a scalp scrub is that you get to give yourself a scalp massage while breathing in gentle scents from ingredients like grapefruit and eucalyptus oil. Taking that extra minute to soothe yourself and support your hair and scalp health is pure self-care. 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