Here's how to to treat your scalp to grow your best hair

Crown Care might not sound like the most exciting trend but remember that a healthy scalp is essential to achieving shiny, healthy hair, and that’s something to be excited about. Pinterest Canada’s Editorial Manager Mishal Cazmi highlights products that are not only great for our scalp, but for our hair as well. 

Function of Beauty Hair Goal Soothe Scalp

These booster shots can be added to your shampoo and conditioner. It's specifically for the scalp. The Soothe Scalp booster shot is formulated to moisturize and energize your scalp. Plus the wood sugar helps to soothe the skin, reduce buildup and prevent flakes. Simple snap, pour, and shake to activate the ingredients. Function of Beauty's entire haircare line allows you to create the perfect mix of shampoo and conditioner for your hair type, moisture level, and hair goals, with 10 different boosters available. 

SHOP: Function of Beauty The Soothe Scalp Booster; $4.99 at Shoppers Drug Mart

Fable & Mane Saha Scalp Hydrating Cooling Scalp Mud Mask

This nourishing mask from Fable & Mane is ideal for anyone concerned with oiliness, thinning, or a dry, flaky scalp. ·It’s packed with Ayurvedic ingredients like neem and apricot kernel oil. Think of it like a facial for your scalp, working to purify, cool, and hydrate. After shampooing, apply a dime-sized amount to the roots, massage into the scalp, and leave in for up to 10 minutes, then rinse. 

SHOP: Saha Scalp Hydrating Cooling Scalp Mud Mask; $45 at Fable & Mane

JVN Complete Pre-Wash Scalp & Hair Strengthening Treatment Oil

This is a pre-wash treatment oil for those who are looking to strengthen their hair for less fall and breakage. It features ingredients like squalane, rosemary, and basil root extract that help support the hair and scalp. The lightweight nutrient-packed oil clarifies and soothes the scalp for stronger, shinier, and healthier-looking hair. 

SHOP: Complete Pre-Wash Scalp & Hair Strengthening Treatment Oil; $38 at JVN

Happy Gua Sha Comb Massage Tool – Jade

Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Gua Sha Comb Massage Tool from Toronto-based brand, Happy, is amazing for the scalp. It helps to relieve tension, aids in relaxation, balance and allow the flow of Qi energy and helps promote a good night’s sleep. Simply run the comb through the scalp with gentle motions. Focus on areas of tenderness to release the tension. You can also use it with your hair oil or leave-in conditioner for a tangle-free comb-through.

SHOP: Gua Sha Comb Massage Tool – Jade; $23 at Happy

Virtue Refresh Exfoliating Scalp Treatment

This is a brand-new dual-action exfoliating scalp scrub from Virtue. It removes build-up and impurities (like dirt, sebum, and debris from products) from hair follicles, while also conditioning and balancing the scalp. Rice beads and fruit enzymes provide dual-action exfoliation, while Kalahari melon oil and jojoba offer moisture balance. There’s also a proprietary ingredient called Alpha Keratin 60ku to repair hair with each use. 

SHOP: Virtue Refresh Exfoliating Scalp Treatment; $66 at Shoppers Drug Mart

Briogio Destined For Density Megastrength + Caffeine + Biotin Peptide Density Serum

This is a concentrated leave-on daily serum from Briogio, clinically shown to increase hair density by up to three times. To use, you section hair and apply one to two drops on the scalp, focusing on areas of concern (such as temples, crown, and hairline). From there, you massage it into the scalp. 

SHOP: Destined For Density Megastrength + Caffeine + Biotin Peptide Density Serum; $75 at Briogio

Kérastase Symbiose Sérum Nuit Intensif

This newly launched serum from Kérastase is an intensive night renewal serum for all scalps prone to dandruff. It's the first overnight serum for dandruff-prone hair. It provides eight hours of efficacy against dandruff-prone hair. The salicylic acid works to clear the scalp and peel away dead skin cells while Bifidus rebalances the scalp ecosystem. The nighttime application makes it feel like a skincare routine. 

SHOP: Symbiose Sérum Nuit Intensif; $59 at Kérastase