K-Beauty and J-Beauty Hair and Scalp Care Products for Beginners

We’re taking a quick break from Korean skincare to chat hair and scalp care, because what’s good skin with damaged hair and an itchy scalp? Much like k-beauty skincare, k-beauty haircare routines concentrate on long-term solutions, in other words, that instant dry shampoo you love so much has gotta go. If having an oily scalp is an issue for you, a Korean haircare routine would focus on regulating excess sebum (products no.2 and no.3 below), rather than waiting for it to appear and quickly absorbing it with dry shampoo. No quick fixes allowed around here. So, if you’re new to k-beauty hair and scalp care, keep on scrolling to discover our must-haves for beginners.

 1.MISE EN SCENE Perfect Repair Hair Serum (80ml) - £16.00

Show off your new and improved strands with MISE EN SCENE Perfect Repair Hair Serum. The non-greasy formula holds 7 naturally derived, nutrient-rich oils including golden Moroccan argan, camellia, coconut apricot, marula, jojoba, and olive oil to undo heat and environmental damage. To protect against future harm, apply daily as part of your Korean haircare routine to dry or damp hair. 

 2. SOME BY MI Hair Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Shampoo (285ml) - £18.00

Healthy hair begins at the scalp, which is why SOME BY MI Hair Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Shampoo works to create optimal conditions for hair growth by removing excess sebum, impurities, and dead skin cells that can block hair follicles. A mixture of peptides, biotin, and protein help to stimulate hair growth and strengthen the hair follicles, whilst peppermint leaf and centella asiatica extracts soothe the scalp and hyaluronic acid moisturises. 

 3. DR CEURACLE Scalp DX Scaling Shampoo (500ml) - £28.00 

For hair that needs help in all departments, DR CEURACLE Scalp DX Scaling Shampoo targets hair loss, scalp scaling, and dullness. It’s one of the best clarifying shampoos on the k-beauty haircare scene as it removes product build-up and exfoliates the scalp with salicylic acid without stealing essential moisture and accelerating dandruff. Powered by 25 plant extracts and biotin, your lacklustre locks will go from dull to delightful. Oh, and it has a beautiful, yet subtle floral scent that’ll make you feel like you’re in a hair commercial.

4. AROMATICA Rosemary Scalp Scrub (165g) – £18.00 

An exfoliator is a pretty big step in a skincare routine, and it’s equally important in a Korean haircare routine too. A build-up of dead skin cells and general grubbiness on the scalp prevents hair growth and product penetration, so it’s in your best interest to use AROMATIC Rosemary Scalp Scrub. The secrets to its success? Andes Lake salt to exfoliate the scalp, BHA to unclog follicles, and probiotics for nourishment. Plus, it’ll also help with hair growth thanks to rosemary extract. With an easy-to-use applicator, you can direct it straight at your scalp without any mess or wastage.  

 5.SHISEIDO Fino Premium Touch Penetrating Essence Hair Mask (230g) - £18.00 

Coming in hot with the perfect mid-week boost to revitalise sad-looking hair is SHISEIDO Fino Premium Touch Penetrating Essence Hair Mask. Loaded with highly concentrated premium royal jelly EX and PCA, it helps to repair, protect, and strengthen weak hair bonds. You’ll also find hydrogenated rapeseed oil to hydrate and reduce water loss, and hydrolyzed wheat protein and squalene to increase shine, volume, and prevent breakage.

 6. MATOMAGE Hair Styling Stick - 2 Types (13g) - £12.50

If your hair is looking more frizzy than fab, try MATOMAGE Hair Styling Stick to tame flyaways. It’s available in regular and strong hold with a barely-there finish that doesn’t feel hard to the touch or cause your hair to crunch. Infused with camellia, argan, and baobab oils, it’s one of our best-selling k-beauty haircare products for its unbeatable shine that screams healthy hair.

7. AROMATICA Rosemary 3-In-1 Treatment (160ml) - £19.95

Maintenance of your mane doesn’t have to be difficult with AROMATICA Rosemary 3-In-1 treatment. Work smarter, not harder as it covers nutrients, hair growth, and moisture with rosemary, moringa oil, and hyaluronic acid to simplify your Korean haircare routine. It also includes a 3-layered hydrolide protein for the fullness flat hair craves. Mo’ volume, mo’ compliments!