Are you plagued by perpetually snow-covered shoulders or an itchy scalp? This scrub rids the skin beneath your hair of settled impurities and accumulated toxins, allowing it to regenerate more quickly. Dandruff retreats and the scalp calms down beautifully. A formula with chicory prebiotics strengthens the skin's natural microbiome, while rosemary extract boosts cleansing power, improves blood circulation in the skin and stimulates hair follicles. Aloe gel and bisabolol soothe the scalp, while nettle and Amla strengthen the hair and keep follicles free of excess sebum. Peppermint essential oil gives the scrub an extra fresh scent that invigorates your senses.

laSaponaria Detoxifying Scalp Scrub with Mint and Rosemary (100 ml) is targeted care for the scalp that needs a more thorough cleanse than a regular shampoo can manage. It helps remove styling build-up, excess sebum and dead skin cells that can contribute to itching, limpness at the roots, or hair that gets greasy more quickly. Mint delivers a pleasant refreshing sensation, and rosemary is traditionally sought out in scalp care for its "toning" reputation. The scrub is particularly suitable when you feel your hair is lacking lightness and volume, or your scalp is not in optimal condition. Regular scalp cleansing can also support more even absorption of subsequent care products (conditioners, masks or serums), as they are less likely to be "lost" on build-up. If you want healthier-looking hair from the roots, scalp care is a crucial step that is often underestimated.

How to Use

Use the scrub approximately once a week, or once every 10–14 days depending on how quickly your scalp gets oily and how much styling product you use. Apply it before shampooing to a damp scalp, working along partings to get as close to the roots as possible. Gently massage with your fingertips (not nails) for 1–3 minutes, focusing on areas where sebum tends to accumulate most (crown, fringe, around the ears). Then rinse thoroughly and follow with shampoo; for more sensitive scalps one wash may be sufficient, while heavily burdened hair can be shampooed twice. There is no need to work the scrub through the lengths of your hair — it is intended primarily for the scalp. The best results come from using the scrub before shampooing and then rinsing everything out really thoroughly.

Packaging

The 100 ml size is practical for a regular scalp "reset" treatment and, at the recommended frequency, typically lasts several weeks to months. Its compact size fits easily in the bathroom as well as a travel bag and is convenient to use in the shower. For maximum comfort, I recommend keeping the product closed, away from direct sunlight and heat sources, so it retains its consistency and fragrance. If you scoop the scrub out with wet hands, pay attention to application hygiene to avoid unnecessary water getting into the product.

• Packaging material: recycled plastic
• Volume: 100 ml

Ingredients

The formula is built on a combination of cleansing and exfoliating ingredients that help loosen impurities from the scalp both mechanically and functionally. The exfoliating component consists of fine scrub particles (or natural abrasives) that help lift build-up and dead cells during massage. Mint contributes a refreshing sensation, while rosemary is used in scalp care to support freshness and balance. The formula typically also contains soothing and moisturising ingredients to prevent the scalp from feeling over-dried after use, as well as stabilising and preserving ingredients for safe storage.

Aqua, Cellulose, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Propanediol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Urtica Dioica Leaf Water, Lactic Acid, Inulin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Fructose, Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract, Mentha Piperita Oil, Bisabolol, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Tocopherol, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Menthol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Benzoate, Xanthan Gum, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Linalool, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Citral, Terpinolene, Pinene, Limonene. from organic farming, **of natural origin

Additional Information

The detoxifying scrub is an excellent complement if you tend to have a quickly oily scalp, use dry shampoo, styling products, hairsprays, or frequently wear hats and helmets. For sensitive scalps, start with a shorter massage and longer intervals between uses, and if irritation occurs, reduce the frequency. On the day you use the scrub, I recommend choosing a gentler shampoo and applying a nourishing conditioner or mask to the lengths, as thoroughly cleansed roots combined with hydrated lengths is a very effective combination. The scrub is not a replacement for shampoo, but a smart "intermediate step" that helps improve the overall feeling of cleanliness and lightness. When you cleanse your scalp regularly while avoiding unnecessary irritation, it may reward you with longer-lasting freshness and greater comfort.

• Country of origin: Made in Italy
• Natural ingredient content: 95.2%
• Fragrance origin: Natural fragrance from essential oils
• Organic ingredient content: 11.51%
• Packaging disposal: recycle the packaging in a plastic waste container