DR.FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Scalp Sea Salt Exfoliator 8.81 oz — weekly sea-salt scrub for oil removal & refreshed scalp

DR.FORHAIR Folligen Thickening Scalp Sea Salt Exfoliator is a weekly sea-salt scalp scrub designed to remove oil and build-up while refreshing the scalp for thicker-looking hair.

This exfoliating formula combines mineral-rich sea salt with salicylic acid and a botanical active complex to slough away dead skin cells, excess sebum and styling residue. Built on the brand's FOLLIGEN-X technology, the scrub aims to clear scalp barriers so topical actives can better reach the skin surface. It’s sulfate-free and intended for use as a targeted scalp detox within a broader haircare routine.

How does this scrub remove build-up without irritating the scalp?

The product uses coarse sea salt particles to physically exfoliate together with salicylic acid for gentle chemical exfoliation, reducing surface oil and debris. Soothing botanicals like rosemary, tea tree and peppermint help calm and refresh during treatment.

• Sea salt provides mineral-rich physical exfoliation
• Salicylic acid dissolves excess sebum between salt granules
• Botanical extracts refresh without harsh sulfates
• Sulfate-free base to lower irritation risk

Will using this help my hair look thicker or fuller?

Clearing scalp build-up can improve the appearance of hair density by removing residues that weigh strands down and obscure healthy follicle openings. While the scrub itself doesn’t regrow hair, a cleaner scalp often allows styling and topical thickening treatments to perform better, creating a fuller visual effect.

• Removes residue that flattens hair near the roots
• Enhances scalp clarity so hair sits with more lift
• Prepares scalp for serums or topical treatments

How should I use the Folligen Thickening Scalp Sea Salt Exfoliator?

Use once weekly as a pre-shampoo treatment on wet hair: massage a small amount into the scalp for 1–2 minutes, rinse thoroughly, then follow with shampoo and conditioner. Limit frequency based on scalp sensitivity and avoid on irritated or broken skin.

• Apply to wet scalp, massage gently 60–120 seconds
• Rinse completely, then shampoo and condition as usual
• Use weekly or as tolerated; discontinue if irritation occurs

What ingredients make FOLLIGEN-X technology effective?

FOLLIGEN-X is formulated to help reduce sebum and residue while improving delivery of exfoliating actives. The blend pairs mechanical exfoliators with salicylic acid and antioxidant-rich botanicals to balance the scalp environment and refresh skin texture.

• Sea salt for mechanical removal of dead skin and deposits
• Salicylic acid to break down excess oil and dead skin cells
• Rosemary, tea tree and peppermint to refresh and support scalp comfort

Who is this for: This scrub suits people looking to decongest oily or product-clogged scalps, those who want to boost the look of hair fullness, and anyone adding a weekly detox step to their haircare routine. It’s formulated without sulfates for gentler exfoliation, but people with very sensitive scalps, open wounds, or active scalp conditions should consult a professional before use.

Ingredients

Sodium Chloride, Water, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Sea Salt, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Lauryl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Cocamide MEA, Alcohol Denat., Potassium Cocoate, PPG-3 Caprylyl Ether, Fragrance, Caprylyl Glycol, Isopropyl Myristate, Trehalose, Menthol, Trihydroxystearin, Polyquaternium-10, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Sucrose Stearate, Niacinamide, Tromethamine, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Butylene Glycol, Methylpropanediol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract, Piroctone Olamine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Adenosine, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Caffeine, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-3, Biotin, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Copper Tripeptide-1, Hexyl Cinnamal