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Scalp Build Up Treatments

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Are you tired of dealing with a flaky, itchy scalp? Say goodbye to scalp build-up and hello to healthy, rejuvenated hair with our collection of shampoos for itchy scalp. Whether you're struggling with product residue, excess oil, or dryness, these targeted treatments are designed to gently exfoliate and cleanse your scalp, leaving it refreshed and balanced. Discover a range of formulas that help remove impurities and promote a healthier scalp environment, so you can enjoy luscious locks that are free from build-up.

PATTERN by Tracee Ellis RossDeep Scalp Detox 2-in-1 Hair Serum Cleanser

ITEM: 2712032

Size: 4 oz / 118.3 ml

49 Reviews

$42.00

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Nice scalp cleanser...It is good for oily scalp that has build up to naturally purge the dirt. ...Great for product build up...The Deep Scalp Detox from Pattern Beauty is great for a weekly refresh for my scalp!

What it is: A two-in-one serum that naturally purges impurities from the scalp without stripping your hair's natural oils.

Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

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

Key Benefits:
- Naturally purges dirt from scalp
- Hair is left soft and refreshed
- Restores scalp health

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Australian Tea Tree Oil, pH-balancing Pink Clay, and Lemon Peel Oil: Purge dirt, dead skin, and lingering product.

Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents, phthalates, mineral oil, retinyl palmitate, oxybenzone, coal tar, hydroquinone

$36.50

Gets rid of the product build up and dead skin cells. Makes my scalp feel super clean and fresh! ...Best scalp scrub ever!...This salt scrub is exactly what my scalp needed it's really great for removing build up an cleansing the scalp leaving my hair hair feeling clean an fresh washes out really well no shampoo needed afterwards

What it is: A vegan scalp scrub that removes impurities while nourishing the scalp ecosystem to promote healthier hair.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

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

$84.00

The best thing I have ever used on oily hair with build up. I have never left a sephora review, its so expensive but so worth it 😭. ...The smell is really good and it really helps the scalp! You’ll have fresh hair after using it! Must have!!!

What it is: A relaxing gel scrub with sweet orange peel that thoroughly cleanses the scalp while calming and hydrating.

Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, and Curly

Hair Texture: Fine and Medium

Key Benefits:
- Hydrates
- Combats Oiliness
- Relieves Dry Scalp

Formulation: Scrub

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sweet Orange Peel: Adds shines to hair.
- Jojoba: Cleanses scalp and supports hair strength.
- Madecassoside: Contains soothing properties.

What Else You Need to Know: This scrub leaves the scalp free to breathe and leaves hair looking shinier, voluminous, and lightweight.

$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


Living ProofScalp Care Exfoliator

ITEM: 2791366

Size: 3.4 oz/ 100 ml

112 Reviews

$59.00

This scalp exfoliator is a game-changer for anyone struggling with scalp build-up and dandruff. ...This really helps take all the build up out and my scalp feels healthier. Gifted by living proof

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

OribeSerene Scalp Exfoliating Scrub

ITEM: 2438208

Size: 4.2 oz/ 125 mL

16 Reviews

$67.00

Great for product build up in thick hair...and I have always had a problem with product build up on my scalp as it is so difficult to really scrub. ...The only issue I have with it is that I have to use quite a bit if I have a lot of build up and it’s expensive..But I only use it once or twice a week so it does last a few months.

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

$95.00

I usually apply a few drops directly to my scalp on damp hair and it doesn't create any build up. ...Hydrates Hair Revitalizes my Aging Hair and Rebalances my Scalp and my relieves my itchy Scalp...Potentialiste Hydrating & Soothing Scalp Serum...Dry, Itchy, Flakey Scalp? This is for YOU!

What it is: A lightweight serum that hydrates and soothes the scalp while protecting the scalp barrier from external stressors.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns:
- Flaky/Dry Scalp
- Dryness
- Oiliness

$40.50

Great product for my dry scalp during the winter months! I like that is doesn’t flake or leave build up, but I do wish it was just a bit more moisturizing...It’s also non-greasy, and doesn’t cause build up. After the serum dries out, I use my favorite oils (rosemary, castor oil) to seal in the moisture.

What it is: A tingly, hydrating scalp serum for all hair types that soothes roots and gives the scalp a sense of relief from tight styles.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, and Wavy

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

$95.00

This has been providing so much moisture and relief in-between washes without the heavy product build up...It’s very luxurious feeling and is so reliving to my scalp. I have curly hair and so I use a lot of product and deal with build up.

What it is: A scalp serum that moisturizes dry scalp for immediate comfort, leaving the scalp healthy and refreshed.

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Flaky and Dry Scalp

Key Benefits:
- Provides immediate scalp hydration and nourishment
- Hydrates and moisturizes dry scalp to reduce discomfort
- Protects and balances scalp moisture

Highlighted Ingredients:
- Plant-Based Proteins: Nourishes hair with essential nutriments and helps retain moisture.
- Niacinamide: Locks in hydration for long-lasting hair strength.

What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight, fast absorbing scalp serum hydrat

$72.50

This treatment removes any build up from the scalp leaving it so clean and leaving my hair looking very fresh. gifted by virtue labs...Removes build up...This does a great job of removing all the product build up I have from taking off my protective style.

What it is: A light, dual-action whipped cream that detoxifies the scalp of buildup and impurities while providing residue-free hair conditioning and scalp balancing.

Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick

Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily

Hair Concerns:
- Scalp Buildup
- Flaky/Dry Scalp
- Dryness

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Shampoos For Scalp Build Up
“I have super fine thin hair that gets oily super quickly (basically the day after I wash it) so this has been helping so much to reduce that oil build up! It's a gel texture that lathers up nicely and leaves my hair feeling super clean”
Scalp Cleansers
“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”
Scalp Shampoos
“i literally live by this shampoo. my hair/scalp is oily since i wash my hair everyday, yes i know this is bad lol. but i cant stand the feeling of dirty hair. but this helps reduce the oiliness”
Clean Scalp Shampoo
“I was recommended this dry shampoo by a Sephora employee as she mentioned it’s designed for people with fine hair and oily scalps”
Itchy Scalp Treatment
“Good for irritated scalp and dandruff prone skin, not oily, great scent”
Flaky Scalp Treatment
“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”
Scalp Facial
“Both me and my son deal with dry, itchy scalp and this hair mask really has helped soothe our itchy scalps”
Tea Tree Scalp Treatment
“I have fine hair and an oily, itchy, flaky scalp. I use this immediately after coloring my hair to soothe my scalp as well as after every time I shampoo and condition my hair”
Scalp Scrub For Dry Flaky Scalp
“I suffer from a dry and flaky scalp that’s also sensitive. I’ve used this twice this week and my scalp feels clean and not flaky”
Glycolic Acid For 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”

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