My hair looks so shiny and healthy again – the secret lies in somethin

For years, I focused all my haircare efforts on the strands themselves — hydrating masks, serums, oils, the lot. But despite the investment, my heavily bleached, heat-damaged hair remained dull, flat, and increasingly prone to breakage. At one point, I came to terms with the fact that, if I wanted my hair to go back to its healthy, glossy nature, I needed a complete care routine overhaul.

And so I did. I toned down the bleach to go back to a blonde that more closely resembled my natural caramel colour, stopped styling my hair every other day, and began looking into salon treatments and professional products that would address my specific needs. That’s how I introduced two key products into my weekly routine: a scalp brush and a dual-action scalp and hair treatment.

This lightweight, serum-style formula is packed with fermented actives and sea buckthorn oil, and it’s designed to treat both the scalp and the hair in one go.

Using the scalp brush once a week to apply and massage the treatment made a noticeable difference.

It stimulated circulation, encouraged absorption, and helped exfoliate any lingering dead skin. It also turned what could’ve been a chore into something genuinely relaxing — a mini ritual I now look forward to.

The transformation was obvious pretty much instantly. My scalp felt balanced — less oily at the roots, less dry at the hairline — and my hair looked shinier, softer, and visibly healthier from root to tip.

I also paid a visit to a London salon for a professional-level scalp reset designed to remove buildup, stimulate follicles, and restore balance to the scalp.

It goes far beyond a clarifying shampoo; this is a comprehensive, multi-step experience that cleanses, treats, and reconditions the root of your hair’s health.

What struck me most was how neglected my scalp had been. From product buildup to pollution and excess oil, it had been quietly accumulating everything I’d thrown at it. This results in congested follicles, stunted growth, and lacklustre shine.

The treatment, also known as a “scalp facial”, uses targeted massage, steam, and treatment serums to not lift the residue from hair products and revitalise the skin beneath.

It’s easy to get sucked into trying the latest products and trends in hair care and beauty, but it’s equally important to give your scalp a much-needed reset every week.

Home products and salon treatments are available at every price point, and each scalp is different, so I’d advise researching the right fit for you based on your skin and hair types.

I used Kat Burki’s Bio-Ferment Scalp + Hair Treatment (£69), but other options are available, like The INKEY List’s Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment for just £15 or homemade options made of ginger, banana, and tea tree oil.

For the salon treatment, I went to HAUG London Haus for the Hair Rehab treatment (£38), which included a scalp scrub and an Instant Infusion Concentrate treatment to add strength, moisture, and elasticity to the hair. Similar services can be found at many salons and specialised centres, like The Hair Spa’s Scalp Saviour treatment (£75).