HEARD US TALKING ABOUT MICROBIOME? WE HAVE SOME EXPLAINING TO DO...
- Georgia Green
- Sep 5
- 2 min read
If you’ve been into the salon recently, you’ve probably heard us talking about the microbiome — and maybe nodded along while secretly thinking, “Wait, what actually is that?” Don’t worry, babe, we’ve got you. It’s time we jumped on here and did some explaining.
Let’s dive into why it matters for your hair health, the tools we use to keep your scalp thriving, and how K-Scan is helping us get serious about scalp care.
So, what is a microbiome?
Think of your scalp like a little ecosystem. 🌱 Just like your gut has “good” healthy bacteria that keep everything balanced, your scalp has its own community of microbes — aka the microbiome.
When this environment is balanced, your scalp stays healthy, hydrated, and irritation-free. But when it’s out of balance? Cue dryness, excessive oiliness, sensitivity, or even scalp breakouts (don’t worry babe, it happens to the best of us).
Why we care (and why you should too!)
Healthy hair starts at the root — literally. When your scalp microbiome is thriving:
Hair grows stronger and shinier
Irritation and flakiness are reduced
Salon colours and treatments last longer
Your home haircare actually has the foundation it needs to do its job
Think of scalp care like this: if we nurture the base, everything else has the chance to flourish.
How do I know what my microbiome is like?
Enter the K-Scan. This clever technology lets us see exactly what’s going on beneath the surface of your scalp. Think of it as a mini-microscope powered by AI, showing us whether your microbiome is balanced or stressed — and how much of that “good bacteria” is actually living there.
Believe it or not, the majority of the K-Scans we’ve done show under 3% good microbiome. Yikes.
The serum solution
Meet your new scalp bestie: Kérastase Spécifique Potentialiste Scalp Serum. A lightweight daily serum designed to be the guardian of your scalp’s microbiome. It’s powered by:
Prebiotics – food for the good bacteria, keeping your microbiome balanced
Vitamin C – an antioxidant shield against pollution and external aggressors
Fermented Bifidus Extract – strengthens the scalp’s natural barrier
The result? A scalp that feels calm, hydrated, and resilient — setting the stage for healthier, stronger hair from root to tip.
Why the S&S girls are obsessed!
It’s not greasy! Like your favourite face serum, it absorbs into your scalp without leaving an oily residue, making it perfect for daily use
It works on all scalps — dry, oily, or sensitive, everyone sees the benefits
We’ve trialled and tested it ourselves (because we’d never recommend something we don’t truly believe in), and some of our team have noticed results in as little as 7 days!
Ready to find out what your scalp microbiome is?
It’s simple. Book your K-Scan today and let’s get you started on the journey to a healthy, happy scalp.
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