I have long, fine, limp hair that's prone to greasiness and I often get dandruff, too.
I've been using this Kerastase scalp scrub for three weeks now. I wash my hair every 2-3 days, and I've been using the scrub in place of shampoo.
The scalp scrub has both physical and chemical exfoliants (microbeads and salicylic acid). The scrub is clear, with a slightly brownish hue. The microbeads are soft and non-irritating, I don't think I'd notice whether they're there or not. The scrub isn't gritty like a body scrub, it has the same consistency as shampoo.
The scrub smells like shampoo, nothing special about it, and the scent rinses out of my hair and doesn't linger. This is a scalp scrub, not a shampoo, so it's important for it to have contact with the scalp. Because of this I use about twice as much of it as I would shampoo, and I use my silicone scalp scrubber to make sure it gets good contact with my scalp. It foams up like crazy, it makes TONS of lather that I then bring down the lengths of my hair.
This scrub rinses out really well. I don't find that it takes any extra rinsing over a regular shampoo, and it leaves my scalp and hair "squeaky clean" feeling.
In the three weeks since I've started using this scrub, I've noticed that my scalp gets less oily and so my hair feels/looks less limp. It's got a bit more volume and bounce to it without the oily scalp, yet it doesn't dry out the lengths of my hair at all, which is kind of amazing. I do have a reduction in flakes (they weren't bad before, but they're non-existent now) and my scalp just feels...comfortable.
I suspect that this scrub gives best results when used regularly, and I do use more of it than I do shampoo. At $55/bottle (price at the time of review) it's not inexpensive - but I would be absolutely THRILLED if someone loved me enough to gift it to me, because (for hair/scalp like mine) it works, and it works well. This scalp treatment is a winner for greasy/flaky scalps.
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PROFESSIONAL HAIRDRESSERS:
Kérastase is a leading global luxury professional haircare brand. Born in Paris in 1964, the brand has built its reputation on delivering exceptional performance on scalp and hair through exquisite products and personalized, in-salon treatments, all powered by scientific expertise.
Kérastase adopts a care-first philosophy to care for all hair types and all individuals, as well as the world we live in.
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Product Description
SYMBIOSE
Long lasting efficacy for removing loose dandruff flakes with luxurious care
Discover Symbiose – the professional haircare range for sensitive scalps and to remove loose dandruff flakes. Symbiose combines luxury high-end haircare with effective action to help remove visible flakes and help support scalp cellular renewal regulation.
Build You Routine: Purify and Hydrate your Hair
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Pre-Shampoo: Micro-Peeling Cellular Treatment
- Twice-weekly, exfoliating scalp scrub
- Purifies and soothes sensitive scalp
- Removes dead skin cells & build up
- Helps remove loose dandruff flakes
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Step 1: Bain Crème Apaisant Shampoo
For dry scalps:
- The moisturising formula instantly exfoliates the scalp
- Removes visible loose flakes without stripping the fibre
- Creamy texture combined with a luxurious fragrance
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Step 2: Detangling Soothing Conditioner
For fine hair:
- A hydrating formula to preserve the scalp barrier
- Formulated with salicylic acid, for a breathable scalp
- Intensely caring yet lightweight
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Step 2: Intense Revitalising Mask
For thick, damaged hair:
- Soothes discomforts and preserves scalp barrier
- Helps eliminate remaining residues trapped in the lengths
- Brings intense nourishment to the hair fibre
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Sérum Nuit Intensif
- Soothes and hydrates scalp & hair
- Soothes scalp irritation and discomfort
- Translucent water-like non-sticky and non-greasy formula
Explore the Symbiose Collection
 Crème Apaisant Shampoo |  Hydrating Cnditioner |  Revitalisant Hair Mask |  Purifying Scrub |  Night Sérum | |
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Hair Type
| Loose dandruff flakes hair | Loose dandruff flakes hairs | Loose dandruff flakes hair | Loose dandruff flakes hair | Loose dandruff flakes hair |
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Purpose
| Soothing cream shampoo | Dry hair/scalp conditioner | Intense hydrating hair mask | Exfoliating scrub | Hydrating serum |
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Benefit
| Removes loose dandruff flakes | Soothe scalp & strengthen hair | Deeply hydrate & strengthen | Purifies & exfoliates scalp | Soothes & hydrates scalp |
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Key Ingredient
| Pyrithione Zinc | Bifidus | Squalane | Salicylic Acid | Salicylic Acid |
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Usage
| At least twice a week | Leave-in 2-3 min, Rinse | Leave-in 4-5 min, Rinse | Twice a week | Daily, at night |
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Does What I Need It To Do
I have fine hair that gets greasy really fast, easily gets flat, and I do get some flakes and scalp acne; I also try to stretch the time in between washes with dry shampoo and am physically active. All that's to say that I typically like to do something clarifying once every week or two weeks to get rid of the build up in my hair.This is Kerastase so it's expected to be a pricey product, but I'd expect it to be salon quality amazing as the brand perpetuates. Be warned that it is a mix of a physical and chemical exfoliant, so you will need to take more time to really rinse the product out.The smell is nice and not overwhelming, it lathers well, and it rinses out pretty well (like I said, take your time to get it out). It's better than other scalp scrubs I've tried specifically because of the ease of lather. My hair felt really clean afterward, but it was a squeaky clean feeling so beware if you don't actually have an oily scalp or a lot of build up. There's no need for a second wash or anything because your hair will feel CLEAN. I followed up with a hair mask and would highly recommend that.Post wash, my hair feels super light and has a lot of volume so it definitely cleared it of any build up. While I'm not crazy about the physical exfoliation, I do find that it clarifies the best out of any clarifying shampoo or scalp scrub I've tried. Is it a luxury? Yes. Does it work? Also yes. Do you need it? That's honestly up to you.
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This is my first Kerastase hair product, it looks fancy and I was excited to try it. It comes in a handy squeeze bottle that arrived sealed and protected with additional tape to prevent leakage. It has a pleasant, mildly floral, hair producty smell. I don’t like strong scents but I like this one.
I have long fine slightly wavy hair that I’ve been washing about 1x/week with a scalp scrub for the past year that really agrees with my hair. Cleanses without stripping so it doesn’t get greasy too fast. I don’t get dandruff but I liked the idea of another scrub like product.
It indeed has small exfoliating grains (apricot seed powder) in its gel like consistency. I used about 1/2 Tbsp to wash my hair, and scrubbed with my silicone massage scrubber tool. Rinsed out great. Feels more stripping (though it says non stripping in the description) than my other product so we’ll see if my hair makes it a week before needing washing. Needed more conditioner to smooth out my hair afterwards.
I’m not using it for dandruff so I might use it 1x/month depending how my scalp does with it. Just for a deeper cleanse.
I’ll report back with the results.
55$ for 200ml is pricey, but if you only need to wash your hair 1x/week like I do it ends up lasting quite a while and may be worth it. Sometimes you have to invest a little for the right products for hair I’ve learned. And that’s coming from a frugal gal!
I have long fine slightly wavy hair that I’ve been washing about 1x/week with a scalp scrub for the past year that really agrees with my hair. Cleanses without stripping so it doesn’t get greasy too fast. I don’t get dandruff but I liked the idea of another scrub like product.
It indeed has small exfoliating grains (apricot seed powder) in its gel like consistency. I used about 1/2 Tbsp to wash my hair, and scrubbed with my silicone massage scrubber tool. Rinsed out great. Feels more stripping (though it says non stripping in the description) than my other product so we’ll see if my hair makes it a week before needing washing. Needed more conditioner to smooth out my hair afterwards.
I’m not using it for dandruff so I might use it 1x/month depending how my scalp does with it. Just for a deeper cleanse.
I’ll report back with the results.
55$ for 200ml is pricey, but if you only need to wash your hair 1x/week like I do it ends up lasting quite a while and may be worth it. Sometimes you have to invest a little for the right products for hair I’ve learned. And that’s coming from a frugal gal!
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