HAIR CARE

• 1/ scalp care - scalp scaler (1-2x/week, exfoliation)
• 2/ hair shampoo & scalp massage
• 3/ hair conditioner
• 4/ hair mask (1x/week)
• 5/ vinegar rinse - scalp & hair (1x/week)
• 6/ scalp mask - 10-15min (1x/week)

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• 7/ scalp tonic - to balance scalp ph, do not rinse
• 8/ scalp serum - nourishment
• 9/ hair serum - nourishment & protection
• 10/ night mask - use hair mask as a nighttime treatment, on towel-dried hair, let it dry and stay overnight (1x/week)

The Korean 10-Step Hair Routine

Caro Malis 

https://www.soompi.com/article/1206207wpp/korean-10-step-hair-routine-will-get-idol-like-hair

Step 1: Scalp scalers

This is one of the main steps! In order to grow healthy hair, our scalp follicles need to stay clean and exfoliated, that way our hair will be born ready to glow. To accomplish that, we have scalp scalers. (they’re basically salicylic acid-based treatments that help exfoliate our scalp, getting rid of dead skin cells and excessive oils).

*How to*: You want to use a scalp scaler only once a week or twice a month; no need to do more than that. You should apply it over your dry scalp right before shampoo. Spread it, making sure to cover your whole head and let it act for around 20 minutes before you rinse off and continue to the next step.

Step 2: Shampoo and scalp massage

There’s not really a lot to say about the shampooing process, but the magic comes when you add a scalp brush to the mix. In order to maximize lather, boost circulation, and provide your scalp with a deep cleansing session, to help out and remove all remains of dirt, hair products, or dead skin cells.

*How to*: After shampooing, hold the brush and massage your scalp using round, gentle movements. Do this until you hit every spot around your head and then rinse thoroughly.

Step 3,4: Hair Conditioner or mask

How to: Before applying your conditioner, make sure to get rid of excessive water, leaving your hair damp but not wet. There’s no need to apply conditioner on your scalp, just apply it over the bottom half, especially if you have oily hair. Let it sit for at least five minutes before rinsing off.

Once a week, replace your conditioner with a hair mask. After shampooing, apply the treatment all over your hair and let it sit for around 15-20 minutes.

Step 5: Vinegar rinse

Just as it is for skin care, maintaining the right pH levels for your scalp is mandatory. Suffering from dryness or itchiness? Excess oil? Dandruff? Well, your scalp’s pH is probably too high or too low and needs to be brought back to normal. How do you accomplish that? With a vinegar rinse. Yes, you read that right. Vinegar can do wonders for your hair by balancing your scalp’s pH, which will bring brightness and health to your hair.

*How to*: Once a week, use your vinegar rinse over both your scalp and hair right after rinsing your conditioner, then clear it out with lukewarm water until it’s all gone. Some people like to mix the vinegar with some water before applying in order to dilute the strong scent.

Step 6: Scalp mask

Your scalp’s structure works in a different way than your hair’s does, reason why you should treat them separately. The fun part is you can actually do both at the same time, as they’re designed for different sections of your hair.

*How to*: Once a week, after your shampoo, apply the mask all over your scalp. Let it act for around 10-15 minutes before rinsing off.

Step 7: Scalp tonic

Use scalp tonic as a hair toner to balance its pH and prepare your scalp for the following steps.

*How to*: Once you’re out of the shower, make sure to get rid of excess water with a towel and spray the tonic all over your scalp. No need to rinse or dry. Massage for a little to help it absorb faster.

Step 8: Scalp serum

A hair essence or serum will help hydrate, heal, and calm down your scalp, especially if you suffer from dryness or excessive oil.

*How to*: Pump the serum in your hand and spread it all over your scalp in sections, making sure to rub it in homogeneously.

Step 9: Hair serum and/or essence

you need a different formulation for your hair and for your scalp

Step 10: Overnight treatment

Some days, it’s a good idea to let a hair mask do its job for a few hours instead of minutes. Once or twice a week, towel-dry your hair after showering. After applying all your serums and essences, cover your hair with a nighttime treatment (don’t go overboard though, a little product will do), and let it sit until it dries. If your hair is on the oily side, you may want to rinse it off the next morning; if not, you can just let it stay in your hair until you wash it again.