The Best Pre-Wash Hair Treatments to Combat Dry, Flaky Scalps

If your hair is on the cleaner side, you might not need anything more than shampoo, but if you wash your hair less frequently or use oils, creams and other treatments, you'll probably need an additional step to truly get all that unruly gunk out of your hair.

One of the quickest ways to make your shampoo more efficient is by giving it a boost at the beginning of your routine with a pre-poo treatment. Below, discover a few of our favorite ones from Briogeo, PATTERN and more.

Nizoral Pre-Shampoo Scalp Build-Up Removal: $11.99

Nizoral might not be as aesthetically pleasing as the other brands on the list, but it gets the job done. Using micro-exfoliating technology, this non-medicated scrub gently removes dead skin cells and product build-up without stripping your hair dry. You can pair this with an anti-dandruff shampoo to truly get rid of all those pesky flakes.

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COLOR WOW Dream Filter Pre-Shampoo Mineral Remover: $24

Don't underestimate the amount of bacteria and pollution that latches onto your hair from everyday life. All that dust floating in the air brushes against your strands constantly. No need to worry, though, because COLOR WOW created their Pre-Shampoo Spray to filter out all the bad stuff before you get ready to refresh your hair with shampoo and conditioner.

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PATTERN Bounce Back Pre-Poo Shampoo: $25

Did you have a phase of using heat on your hair and now feel concerned about potential damage? With PATTERN's Bounce Back pre-shampoo treatment, you can give your hair a desired drink to revitalize your curls. Their blend of oat and hibiscus curls will promote juicy, refreshed curls while shea butter returns that moisture it may have missed.

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Briogeo Scalp Revival Rosemary Pre-Wash Scalp and Hair Oil: $32

Briogeo's Scalp Revival Oil has been a favorite of ours for years. If you didn't already know, rosemary and tea tree oils are like super ingredients for your hair. Rosemary promotes circulation in your scalp, which helps your hair grow longer and thicker, while tea tree soothes a dry, itchy scalp. Combined, you get Briogeo's miracle in a bottle for anyone with stubborn dandruff.

(via Sephora)

 

Kérastase Exfoliating Scalp Scrub Anti-Dandruff Treatment: $49

Anyone on the hunt for a luxurious hair-washing experience needs to try Kérastase's Scalp Renewal Scrub. It has salicylic acid to quietly and effectively exfoliate your skin. Their Symbiose technology also has a rich formula to pack more hydration into every wash—and don't even get us started on its lush citrus scent.

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