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Glycolic Acid For Scalp

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Discover the transformative power of glycolic acid moisturizers for your scalp. This potent ingredient, known for its exfoliating properties, is making waves in the world of hair care. With its ability to gently remove dead skin cells and unclog pores, glycolic acid offers a range of benefits for your scalp. From promoting healthy hair growth to reducing dandruff and excess oil, incorporating glycolic acid into your hair care routine can help you achieve a revitalized and balanced scalp. Explore our selection of glycolic acid-infused products designed to nourish and rejuvenate your scalp, giving you healthier and more vibrant hair.

The OrdinaryGlycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating and Brightening Daily Toner

ITEM: 2031508

Size: 8 oz/ 240 mL

4.5K Reviews

$15.80

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Great glycolic acid for an amazing price. I use it every night....Really good Glycolic Acid for the price I also have Drunk Elephant framboos glycolic acid night serum and I actually prefer this one the ordinary and it’s much more affordable and you get a ton of more product

What it is:  A daily exfoliating toner formulated with 7% glycolic acid (AHA), that helps remove dead skin cells, revealing a smoother, more even texture.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dullness and Uneven Texture


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Glycolic Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin.

- Tasmanian Pepperberry Derivative: Helps reduce irritation associated with acid use.

- Ginseng Root and Aloe Vera: Offer both visible radiance and soothing benefits.

$10.60

I use the ordinary glycolic acid, and I have great results with the glycolic acid. ...Using glycolic acid for your underarms can prevent odor.

What it is: A daily exfoliating toner formulated with 7% glycolic acid (AHA), that helps remove dead skin cells, revealing a smoother, more even texture.


Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily


Skincare Concerns: Dullness and Uneven Texture


Highlighted Ingredients:

- Glycolic Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin.

- Tasmanian Pepperberry Derivative: Helps reduce irritation associated with acid use.

- Ginseng Root and Aloe Vera: Offer both visible radiance and soothing benefits.

OribeSerene Scalp Exfoliating Scrub

ITEM: 2438208

Size: 4.2 oz/ 125 mL

16 Reviews

$67.00

This product is a 10 out of 10 for me personally. It contains salicylic acid it’s advertised as a dander exfoliant but you can certainly use this if you have an oily scalp with build up as salicylic acid is meant for that ;). ...THIS IS FOR DANDRUFF!...This IS NOT a scrub to remove buildup. It’s to help with scalp eczema, aka dandruff! It has acids to remove dry skin off the scalp, helping with dandruff flakes. *** IT IS TO BE USED BEFORE YOU SHAMPOO!!

What it is: A purifying scalp scrub that gently exfoliates to remove excess oil, product buildup, and impurities while soothing the scalp and nourishing hair.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Color Safe
- Flaky, Dry Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Removes excess oil and buildup
- Cleanses pores
- Visibly soothes, balances, and energizes the scalp

$23.00

Nice for itchy scalp and people with oily scalp love it...A need for oily scalps...So so good. I use on my oily scalp before washing my hair, it lets me get a few extra days between washes

What it is: An exfoliating, pre-wash treatment with Salicylic Acid for flaky, itchy-feeling scalps. Clinically proven to visibly reduce flakes after one use.


Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick


Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily


Hair Concerns: Oiliness, Flaky & Dry Scalp


$19.50

This product is specifically for scalp. It is a clean product. It's a leave in product and doesn't leave a residue on the scalp... ...I will use this once a week in the shower after the glycolic acid toner on my scalp. While my conditioner soaks in my hair, I rub this in my scalp and let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

What it is: A lightweight, milky serum containing several moisturizing factors found naturally within the skin to support scalp hydration.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky/Dry Scalp

$49.00

Good for my frizz...In just 60 seconds, it tames frizz by 73% and keeps my hair smooth for up to 72 hours. The lightweight formula, packed with ingredients like Sea Buckthorn Berry and Glycolic Acid, works wonders. ...Hair tuxture : fine , medium ,and thick with concerns like as color safe , frizz, and shine . Ingredients with glycolic acid help form a barrier that smooths the hair cuticle to reduce frizz , water lily extract help tame frizz and improve manageability .And sea buckthorn rich in fatty acid omega 7 , making it a holy grail for hair and scalp.

What it is: A 60-second smoothing formula that instantly reduces frizz by 73 percent—even in high humidity—for smoother hair that lasts up to 72 hours.


Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily


Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick


Hair Concerns:
- Color Safe

- Frizz

- Shine


Key Benefits: 
- Instantly reduces frizz by 73 percent

- Reduces frizz for up to 72 hours

- Softens, boosts shine, and improves manageability


Living ProofScalp Care Exfoliator

ITEM: 2791366

Size: 3.4 oz/ 100 ml

112 Reviews

$59.00

Your scalps new BFF...Amazing product! Cleans scalp so throughly & easily! You notice an immediate difference ❤️...In just five minutes, it effectively tackles dry scalp, oil, and buildup. The blend of glycolic acid, botanical extracts, and Pentavitin™ prebiotic exfoliates and hydrates, reducing flaking after one use.

What it is: A skincare-inspired, pre-shampoo scalp treatment formulated to gently exfoliate and visibly reduce dry-scalp flaking, excess oil, and buildup.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Oily Scalp
- Flaky, Dry Scalp
- Scalp Build Up

Key Benefits:
- Removes dry-scalp flaking
- Reduces excess oil over time
- Maintains healthy scalp environment

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Gly-Acid Blend: A proprietary blend of glycolic acid, BHAs, and PHAs exfoliate and cleanse.
- Botanical Extracts & Humectants: Soothe irritated scalp and complement exfoliating gly-acid blend.
- Pentavitin™ Smart Moisturizing Technolog

$64.00

I would apply the mask in substitution of conditioner & after exfoliating my scalp with glycolic acid. Best used regularly since it took my hair a couple uses to get used to the product & absorb its benefits. ...I had no idea the benefits of hyaluronic acid for your hair. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone who is looking to bring some shine and moisture back into their hair!...Hyaluronic Acid isn’t just for your skin!

What it is: A squalane- and hyaluronic acid-infused, intense moisture mask clinically demonstrated to leave hair hydrated for up to five days.

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Medium and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Damage/Split Ends/Breakage

Key Benefits:
- Intensely hydrates hair for up to five days
- Detangles and provides plenty of slip
- Silicone-free formula has a whipped, luscious texture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Squalane: Prevents moisture loss and restores hair's suppleness.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps up dry hair by attracting moisture.
- Bio-Fermented Coconut Water: Naturally hydrates.

Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and

$45.00

I’ve been testing out the Purifying Pre-Wash Scalp Scrub by Moroccanoil, and it’s a total game-changer for scalp care! ...What I loved most is its formula, which includes argan shell powder, glycolic acid, and salicylic acid. These ingredients exfoliate gently without being abrasive, making it perfect for maintaining a balanced scalp.

What it is: A gentle, exfoliating pre-shampoo scalp scrub that addresses flakes, oil, and buildup, revealing a smoother scalp and bouncy, refreshed hair.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky, Dry Scalp
- Oily Scalp
- Scalp Buildup

Key Benefits:
- Visibly reduces flakes, oil, and buildup
- Leaves hair feeling lightweight and airy
- Is suitable for dry and oily scalps

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Argan Shell Powder: Gently exfoliates dead skin cells for a renewed-, brighter-looking scalp.
- Argan Oil: Is an antioxidant-rich, natural oil that nourishes the hair and scalp.
- Botanical Therapy Blend: Soothes, su

$59.00

A MUST FOR SCALP IRRITATION...Still have some dandruff but I’m hoping it will clear up as I continue to use the product (two weeks in) This did not make my roots oily at all, I would definitely recommend this as it’s not as harsh as over the counter products and has improved the overall health of my scalp...Effective treatment for scalp irritation/flaking...I have a sensitive scalp and I also have bangs and use a lot of dry shampoo which inevitably will irritate my scalp and cause it to get flaky.

Which hair texture is it good for?
✔ Straight
✔ Wavy
✔ Curly
✔ Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky/Dry Scalp
- Dryness

What it is:
A leave-in scalp treatment that delivers rich hydration and lasting relief from dry scalp flaking, itching, and irritation.

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“I use this after the K18 peptide shampoo for an extra cleanse since I have dry flaky scalp and use gel a few times a week so I always feel that my scalp needs some extra TLC”
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“I do wash my hair about 6 days a week because I get a greasy scalp (genetics), but when I'm in a super rush, this has been my go to for YEARS”
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“Not a bad product but I prefer the more potent glycolic acid. It would be great for those just beginning to use AHA or those using strong actives like retinol or tretinoin”
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“[I received this product in exchange for my honest review] Sometimes I have product build up in my hair. I feel this clarifying shampoo helps remove that build up leaving my hair feeling clean and free of build up”
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“Mine and my boyfriend's go to shampoo! love the milky honey scent and it feels so nice in the hands and while you rub it in. its a nice and thick + creamy consistency, provides a nice clean, and adds a nice shine”
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“After trying many different scalp scrubs, I finally found the perfect one! This is so much better than those salt scrubs for the scalp because the particles are very small and get all the way to the roots of my thick hair”
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“My scalp feels so refreshed after using! Great for oily scalps”
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“This is a really great clarifying shampoo that doesn’t dry out your hair! My scalp & roots feel light & not greasy at all- even after 2 days”

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