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The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment, 5 fl oz

The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment, 5 fl oz

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The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment, 5 fl oz

Regular price $31.68
Sale price $31.68 Regular price
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Before you order

Is it right for my hair?

  • Made forScalp Treatment
  • Fragrance-freeYes
  • BrandThe INKEY List
Is it right for my hair?

Check the hair type and the concern named in the description, such as dry ends, colour-treated hair or an oily scalp, and compare it with how your hair behaves between washes. If you are unsure, start with the smallest size listed.

Is it fragrance-free?

The product information describes it as fragrance-free, which is often the choice for people whose skin reacts to perfume.

Is The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment, 5 fl oz available in the US?

Yes, it is in stock and ships free to US addresses, usually within 7–14 business days after 1–3 days of preparation.

How should I compare this with similar products before I order?

Compare the size, the key ingredients, the skin or hair type it is made for and the price per fluid ounce, which the Compare tool on the home page and category pages lines up for you.

Where can I find the delivery and returns information for this order?

Delivery is free on every US order, and unopened items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days under the refund policy.

Product details

About this product

A salicylic acid scalp treatment that works before shampoo: this pre-wash exfoliating liquid from The INKEY List is designed to help remove product buildup and reduce the look of visible flakes. Fragrance-free and cruelty-free, it arrives in a 5 fl oz bottle and is formulated to suit all hair types, including coloured hair.

How to slot a pre-wash scalp step into your routine

Shampoo alone doesn't always take care of the layer that builds up at the scalp surface between washes — styling leftovers, oil, and dead skin cells. A dedicated pre-wash step gives that layer its own moment. Shake the bottle, work the liquid into the scalp with your fingertips, leave it for 10 minutes, then rinse it out during your usual wash. At 1-2 uses a week it becomes a regular habit rather than an occasional add-on. Because the formulae is fragrance-free, it won't compete with the scent of your shampoo or leave a lingering perfume in your hair, and the liquid texture spreads easily through the hair to reach the scalp.

Where it sits next to your shampoo and conditioner

Think of this as the step before shampoo, not a substitute for it. Shake well, massage the treatment into the scalp with your fingertips, let it sit for 10 minutes, then wash your hair as you normally would and condition afterwards. Because the formulae is designed to be rinsed out, your shampoo still does the cleansing while this treatment handles the surface exfoliation beforehand. If you already keep a scalp scrub in the shower, this liquid format is a different option: it goes on with fingertips instead of being rubbed in as a granular paste, which some people find easier to work through thicker hair.

How much to use and how often

The pack directions call for enough product to cover the entire scalp, used 1-2 times a week. Shake the bottle well, pour some into your palm, rub your hands together, then massage in with your fingertips until the whole scalp is covered. Leave it for 10 minutes and wash your hair as normal. The product data doesn't give a measured amount beyond full scalp coverage, so go by coverage rather than counting drops.

Getting the liquid to the scalp

Part your hair in sections so the scalp is visible, then trace the liquid along each parting with your fingertips. Massaging as you go helps spread it evenly over the scalp surface. Once the whole scalp is covered, leave it for the recommended 10 minutes before shampooing. A thorough rinse afterwards keeps the routine straightforward.

What's inside this salicylic acid scalp treatment?

AttributeDetailProduct typePre-wash exfoliating scalp treatmentBrandThe INKEY ListSize5 fl ozKey ingredientsSalicylic acid, FLUIDIPURE 8G, panthenolFormatLiquid, applied with fingertipsHair typeAll hair types, including coloured hairFragranceFragrance-freeCruelty-freeYesUsePre-shampoo, rinse-off; leave on 10 minutesFrequency1-2 times a week

Who is this scalp treatment for?

It's formulated for all hair types, including coloured hair, and is designed as a pre-wash exfoliating step for the scalp surface. If your scalp looks flaky or feels like it's carrying buildup, that's the kind of concern this treatment is made for. The product data doesn't list separate scalp-type categories, so if you have a diagnosed scalp condition, speak with a professional before adding a new exfoliating step.

Do I rinse this scalp treatment out or leave it in?

Rinse it out. Apply to the scalp, leave for 10 minutes, then wash your hair as normal.

Is there any fragrance in the formulae?

No — the formulae is described as fragrance-free.

Will it work on coloured hair?

Yes. It's formulated to suit all hair types, including coloured hair.

If your wash day already has a pre-shampoo step, this treatment can go straight there, once or twice a week before your usual shampoo.

Product specifications
BrandThe INKEY List
TypeScalp Treatment
CategoryExfoliators
DeliveryFree on every US order, usually arriving within 7–14 business days
Returns30 days on unopened items
Subscribe and saveAvailable on this product
Delivery and tracking

Standard delivery is free on every order to a US address, and orders are prepared within 1–3 business days before they are handed to the carrier. Delivery usually takes 7–14 business days, and the tracking link arrives by email as soon as the parcel ships.

Returns and refunds

Unopened items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and refunds go back to the original payment method. Write to support@skinhanok.com before you send anything, and read the refund policy for the full terms.

How Subscribe and save works

Choose Subscribe and save above the add to cart button, pick how often you want the product delivered, and the lower price applies to every delivery, starting with the first one.

Multi-buy discount

Buying two or more of the same product lowers the price of each unit, with 10% off two, 15% off three and 25% off four, and the cart shows the reduced total before checkout.

Ingredients and packaging

Formulas and packaging can change between batches, so the ingredient list printed on the product you receive is the one to follow. If you have a skin condition or an allergy, ask a dermatologist before you start using something new.

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