Dry, Flaky, Itchy? Your Scalp Might Be Stressed - Here's How We Treat It

Let’s talk about something we all ignore until it’s screaming at us: your scalp.

If you’ve ever felt like your head's been throwing a tantrum - flaking, itching, tightness, or just feeling off - there’s a good chance your scalp is stressed. And no, you're not being dramatic. Like the rest of your skin, your scalp can become imbalanced, dehydrated, or inflamed… it just doesn’t always get the same love.

The good news? Treating it doesn’t have to be complicated - it can be luxurious.

 

Why is My Scalp Suddenly Freaking Out?

A stressed scalp can come down to a few sneaky culprits:

  • Product buildup (yes, even that “clean” shampoo)

  • Seasonal changes, especially dry winter air

  • Overwashing or under-washing

  • Hormones, stress, or diet

  • Lack of exfoliation or hydration

  • Hard Water

Basically, your scalp is your hair’s foundation - and when it’s off, your strands feel it.

The Ella & Jade Approach to Scalp Health

At Ella & Jade, we don’t just look at the hair you see. We focus on the skin underneath, too.

Our Scalp Spa Treatments are designed to detox, nourish, and rebalance your scalp without stripping it of its natural integrity. Think of it as a facial for your scalp - tailored to what your skin and hair need.

What You Can Expect:

  • A relaxing, guided experience with gentle exfoliation, tension-releasing massage, and advanced scalp serums that feed the follicles from the root

  • Ingredient-rich formulas that soothe irritation, remove buildup, and boost circulation

  • A feeling of pure relief - plus a noticeable difference in how your scalp and hair behave over the following days

We offer two scalp rituals as part of our Scalp Spa menu, available across both salons.

How to Know If You Need One

You don’t have to be dealing with full-on flaking to benefit. If any of these sound familiar, your scalp is asking for help:

  • You scratch your head more than you’d like to admit

  • You’ve noticed flakes on your shoulders (ugh)

  • Your scalp feels tight, sore, or tender

  • Your hair gets greasy fast or feels dry no matter what

  • You want to grow your hair but nothing’s working

A healthy scalp = stronger, longer, shinier hair. Period.

Our Stylists Are Trained to Read Your Scalp

During your consultation, we’ll take a proper look (not just a glance) and recommend a treatment or home care routine that actually makes sense for your lifestyle and hair goals.

Because scalp health isn’t one-size-fits-all. And neither are we.

Ready to Give Your Scalp the TLC It Deserves?

You can book a standalone Scalp Reset treatment, or add it to your next blowdry or colour service for the ultimate self-care session. For a more intensive experience, book in with Rosie, our in-house Scalp Specialist, whose targeted techniques will leave your scalp feeling clean, calm and completely reset.

Browse the Scalp Spa menu or DM us for personalised recommendations - we’re always happy to help.

Trust us: once you feel how refreshed your scalp is post-treatment, you’ll wonder how you ever skipped it. Come and visit Brisbane’s Best Hair Salon.

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