Scalp Treatment in Korea: Troubled Scalp Care

60 min
15 steps
₩130,000, VAT included

We start with the scalp,
not the hair.

Troubled Scalp Care is the scalp treatment at Scalpit in Seoul, Korea, for flaking, oiliness and heat. We clear congested pores with hand scaling, then use tonic and ampoule to calm and protect the scalp.

Think of hair as a plant and the scalp as the soil it grows from. Medical treatment belongs to a clinic. Our work is the scalp environment.

Every visit is recorded, so the next one can build on it.

If your hair also feels thinner or you notice more shedding, see Premium Hair Loss Solution.

Why does scalp imaging come first?

A healthy scalp renews itself on a cycle of about 28 days. When that cycle speeds up to 20 or 21 days, flakes build up and the scalp can turn thin and sensitive.

Before any care, we check flaking, oil, heat and circulation under magnification. You see the image on screen while we explain what it shows and where your scalp is today.

You leave knowing your scalp a little better.

What happens, step by step?

Fifteen steps in sixty minutes, set to your scalp type.

It starts with an image of your scalp. See how we read your scalp.

Refreshing for oily scalps · Refining for dandruff, breakouts and odor · Derma-calming for sensitive, dry scalps

See

Scalp imaging at the consultation desk before the head spa

Scalp Check & Imaging
A magnified look at your scalp, on screen, before anything begins.

Unwind

Shoulder massage during the opening ritual

Opening Ritual
Aroma, a shoulder massage and pressure points across the scalp.
Scalp Brushing
Loosens flakes and buildup before cleansing.
Air Therapy
A gentle stream of air across the scalp.

Cleanse

Shampoo & Scaling
Cleansing and scaling together, for flakes and oil.
Water Therapy
A long rinse under the water-therapy dome.

Nourish

Warm towel therapy over the scalp at the basin

Scalp Pack
Chosen for your scalp type, then brushed on.
Steam
Steam while the pack does its work.
Warm Towel Therapy
Warm towels over the scalp and the back of the neck.
Air-gun Tonic
Tonic spread evenly across the scalp with a fine stream of air.
Galvanic Care
A mild galvanic device worked over the scalp after the tonic.
LED Calming Care
Soft LED light over the scalp to calm it.

Close

Closing scalp massage at the end of the treatment

Closing Ritual
A final sequence to bring you back, slowly.
After-care Scalp Imaging
A second image of your scalp, compared with the first.
Drying
We dry your hair, so you can head straight out.

Who is Troubled Scalp Care for?

If any of these sound familiar, this is the course to start with at our Gangnam studio.

Flakes you can see, and a scalp that itches.
Oil that builds up by the afternoon.
A scalp that often feels hot or looks red.
Sensitivity after a color or perm.

What Each Course Includes

Every step, course by course — see what’s included, what’s an add-on, and what’s not part of each.

Steps included in each course.
Step	Troubled Scalp Care60 min	Premium Hair Loss Solution70 min
See
Scalp check & imaging	Included	Included
Unwind
Opening ritual with aroma	Included	Included
Shoulder & scalp pressure-point massage	Included	Included
Scalp brushing	Included	Included
Air therapy	Included	Included
Cleanse
Scalp scaling	Included	Included
Steam before shampoo	Not included	Included
Shampoo	Included	Included
Water therapy	Included	Included
Warm towel therapy	Included	Not included
Nourish
Scalp pack	Included	Add-on
Steam with the pack	Included	Not included
Ampoule for thinning hair	Add-on	Included
Ampoule Infusion Care	Add-on	Included
Scalp tonic	Included	Included
Galvanic care	Included	Included
LED calming care	Included	Included
Close
Closing ritual	Included	Included
After-care scalp imaging	Included	Included
Drying	Included	Included
Price, VAT included	₩130,000	₩150,000

Add-ons

Add them when you book, or during your consultation.

Scalp ampoule₩30,000
Ampoule Infusion Care₩40,000
Aroma scalp pack₩30,000

What happens between visits?

Scalp change takes time. We keep your scalp images and notes from every visit, compare them the next time you come, and adjust your course and home care as your scalp changes.

When do we stop and suggest a doctor?

If we see an infection or broken skin, we do not go ahead. We suggest seeing a doctor first, and we will be here when your scalp is ready.

Scalpit offers scalp care, not medical treatment. Individual results vary.

Scalp Treatment Questions

What does scalp scaling do?

It clears flakes and oil from congested pores so the scalp can breathe. A healthy scalp renews on a cycle of about 28 days, while a troubled scalp speeds up to 20 or 21 days and turns thin and sensitive. After scaling, tonic and ampoule help protect the scalp while it settles.

Is this the same as a dermatology treatment?

No. A clinic diagnoses and treats. We care for the scalp environment. If we see an infection or broken skin, we pause and suggest seeing a doctor first.

How often should I come?

One session gives your scalp a full reset — most visitors feel the difference for weeks after. If you’re in Seoul for a longer stay or visit again, spacing sessions about a month apart follows your scalp’s natural renewal cycle.

Does it help with dandruff or an itchy scalp?

Flaking and itch that come from buildup and oil are what this course is for. If you have weeping, red inflammation or broken skin, please see a doctor first.

What products do you use on a sensitive scalp?

Mild, low-irritation formulas only. If you have allergies or sensitivities, let us know when you book and we’ll adjust.