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(Fancy your itch relief with a whiff of woody, ambery orange blossom?

Youre in luck.)

To find the best dry scalp treatments, we turned to the pros.

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Another key ingredient is ectoin, an amino-acid derivative with powerful hydrating properties.

Plus, this product in particular washes out very easily.

The oil can also be used as an overnight mask.

Briogeo Scalp Revival Pre-Wash Oil in branded dropper component on a light gray background

The French concoction has a light floral scent, and it makes the hair infinitely softer and shinier.

Tsubaki seed oil, a signature ingredient for Crown Affair, also makes its way into the serum.

The ingredient moisturizes the hair, adds shine, and helps keep frizziness at bay.

Kerastase Initialiste Advanced Scalp and Hair Concentrate in branded dropper component on a light gray background

And, as an added perk, the product carries the brands signature scent.

The formulation pairs hyaluronic acidan all-star humectantwith skin-barrier-nourishing adaptogens like Arctic root, chaga mushroom, and ginseng.

Another key ingredient, peptides, help the serum foster healthy hair growth.

Crown Affair the Calming Scalp Serum in branded bottle component on a light gray background

The treatment tends to dryness with glycerin, which bolsters the skin barrier by balancing its moisture levels.

Also antibacterial and antifungal, the medicated shampoo can be used three times a week.

This is a great choice for those who want to avoid scalp oils while fighting dryness.

Ouai Scalp Serum in white branded bottle component on a light gray background

“These vitamins help fight free radical damage and support healthy scalp skin.

It’s also believed to have both calming and antiseptic benefits.”

The patented blend pairs ATPa naturally occurring molecule that tames inflammation and boosts collagen productionwith antifungal papaya extract.

Living Proof Dry Scalp Treatment in blue branded tube component on a light gray background

The complex also contains algin, an algae derivative that helps the scalp retain its moisture balance.

How do you moisturize a severely dry scalp?

Dry-scalp relief may start in the kitchen.

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Honey is known for its antibacterial properties and avocado contains hydrating oils and fortifying nutrients.

Allow the mask to sit on the scalp for at least ten minutes before washing it out.

Speaking of washing, watch your suds.

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Whats the difference between dry scalp and dandruff?

Let’s start with dryness.

For that, a dedicateddandruff shampoois your best bet.

Act + Acre Daily Hydro Scalp Serum in blue branded component on a light gray background

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A beauty product is a personal purchase.

Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser worthy of your hard-earned cash if its never been tested on curls?

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Why stop at your scalp?

Dr. Barbara Sturm Scalp Serum in branded dropper component on a light gray background