An irritated, itchy or flaky scalp is never fun, but when you exit the shower after shampooing ready for relief and you still feel the pesky signs of a congested scalp? That’s a unique brand of annoyance.
And while there are plenty of bh-approved hacks for caring for your scalp and ditching dandruff, sometimes it’s time to call something stronger than a clarifying shampoo.
Now, if your scalp is overly irritated, sore or broken, we do recommend you stick to the more classic scalp-clearing hacks, but if you’re confident that the cause of the itchiness lies is dryness or congestion, then your scalp could probably do with a good scrub.
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Enter scalp brushes. By adding a scalp brush to your shower shelf you can ensure your shampoo gets right down into the dirt (nice, right?), clearing away all the debris and dead skin sitting on your scalp. The bristles also mean it takes on an exfoliating role, too, able to also physically help to clear away any nasty stuff.
Not only does it take care of the clearing portion, a scalp brush will also work to enhance blood circulation, stimulate hair growth and ensure your in-shower products are distributed evenly, instead of sitting in one section of the scalp.
Think about it; you probably spend a lot more time massaging shampoo into the top of your scalp (where you can visibly see the oil and dry shampoo buildup), but seeing as the middle and bottom areas of your scalp actually hold the most sweat and their share of dead skin, you’ll want to make sure your products get in there too.
And lastly, it feels damn delightful. You know that euphoric feeling when your hairdresser treats you to a post-rinse scalp massage? This is that, but on your own terms. Ideal.
The process is simple; just apply your shampoo, conditioner, or whatever product you’re going in with, then use your scalp brush to gently massage your head for three to five minutes. Happy scrubbing.
Groove
Groove Rejuvenating Scalp Massager ($39.99, vanityplanet.com)
Aveda
Aveda Pramasana™ Exfoliating Scalp Brush ($50, aveda.com.au)
Ionic Hair Brush
Ionic Hair Brush Anti-Frizz with Scalp Massager 2.0 ($60, ionichairbrush.com.au)
Vitagoods
Vitagoods Scalp Massaging Shampoo Brush ($28.99, amazon.com.au)
Wow. Never heard of it. I thought my Aveda brush was good for follicle stimulation and oil distribution… Maybe I need one of these though?
These sound brilliant to use – speeding up shampooing! Love the idea!
Will definitely be getting one of these!
A scalp brush sounds lovely, I really need one
Love the look of the little Vitagoods massage tool. Really good idea.
Whoa look at the teeth like bristles on the Groove and the last one. Would love to try.
Wow looks interesting!
Oh wow, I’ve never heard of this before. Sounds interesting. Definitely something I’d like to try. I like the Groove brush.
I need this!
Oh this is what I need! But I find my handmade comb is really good at massaging my scalp and getting rid of my itchiness
ooh, Id like to try the Aveda scalp brush. I love Aveda shampoo and conditioners, so hoping their brushes are good too.
I wonder if this is good for scalp psoriasis
I’m keen to know more about them! Has anyone used these?
I need one of these scalp brushes in my shower!
The Groove or Vitagoods scalp massaging brushes might be the ones for me.
Have never tried a Scalp Brush but it certainly sounds interesting and definitely worth a try.
These are the best for pamper time
They look interesting.
Definitely will be looking for one of these for my hair washing routine.
It looks like something I will want to try.
I will stay away. My hair reached my behind, it is super long and super prone to tangling ….so no messing around with these devices
The ones with the large plastic bristles look as if they would feel amazing on the scalp. Even better if you can get someone else to do it for you.
I’ve never heard of them but they look great!
Look nice, sort of like those lovely little hair detanglers
these look interesting, especially the first and last. I'm not sure about massaging conditioner into your scalp for 5 mins, usually you get instructed to apply to the hair not the scalp but I guess it depends on the conditioner.
Interesting but my hair tangles in a flash so I don't think I will indulge.
Ooooh I like the sound of the scalp massager I could do with that, even my hairdresser said my scalp was tight.
There is no room for further products in my shower with face scrub, body scrub, soap, body wash, personal wash, razor, wide tooth comb and of course the shampoo and conditioner as well as a washer and my loofah. Crowded space.
I have been using one for years and they are awesome. They are also sold at affordable prices.
A scalp massage brush sounds good 🙂
Get the Innisfree scalp brush. It's only $9 and just amazing
My Korean Innisfree one was $9 and it's a scalp brush. It is amazing and the best brush I have ever used. My hair is so much healthier.
I didn't know this was thing … something I have to look into.
The cause of my itchiness is scalp psoriasis so these would be no use for me.
I hadn't heard of a scalp brush before
These scalp brushes look great a little pricey though but the results sound lovely.
Never tried a scalp brush, but definitely worth a look…
What a brilliant idea. Will have to invest in one
I love a massage!! I'd love to try a proper scalp massage brush – I tend to use my usual detangler brush in the shower and it feels good but these proper one's must be amazing to feel.
I picked one up a few years back following a recommendation from Rachel Aust – I was obsessed with it, but with moving it fell out of my routine! I'll have to dig it out again because it was fantastic for giving some volume to my fine hair!
Sounds like an interesting concept.
Awesome, I run a lot and my scalp gets so sweaty
The Aveda one looks very interesting but $50 too much.
This is so interesting, does anyone know whether its okay to use a scalp massager brush when you're experiencing extreme hairfall. Not sure why, for the past 3 months, I have been experiencing a lot of hairfall (a lot more than usual 100 strands/ day), seems like a problem and I will be seeing a specialist shortly. However I was wondering if its safe to use one of these massager brushes, else will avoid it.
Great. Putting one into my basket
Interesting! Never heard of it before but makes perfect sense!
Oooo I wouldn't mind a head massage right now! I don't wash my hair in the shower though so no use for me.
I could do with a scalp brush, same with my mum. Can't wait to get my hands on one.
I've been on the fence about getting one for months now. I just feel like it would tangle my hair up so much? But I see the appeal.
I got one of the silicone ones (generic from ebay) and I found myself reaching for it every time I shampoo. It really works the roots nicely and lathers my shampoo up more than my hands normally would. Plus it really does feel amazing.