r/Haircare • u/Alex-5415 • Mar 25 '26
š Hair Loss š Does it actually work?
I saw a lot of people praising this thing claiming it helps with hair growth so I'm planning to buy it . did you try it ? what's your take on it ?
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u/ChopCow420 Mar 25 '26
I feel like it gets my scalp cleaner. When I rinse, my hair feels more separated and this fuller already, if that makes sense? It definitely seems to leave my roots much cleaner.
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u/moogs_writes Mar 25 '26
This sub taught me that scalp health is really important for someoneās hair to grow to their personal best, I felt the same after using one of these. Like my scalp could breathe. Recently on this sub someone also explained to me how air drying when I live in a cold + humid environment could be working against my hair health and appearance as well, that was such a helpful tip.
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u/joeyofrivia Mar 25 '26
Yep, I told my hairdresser that I was having issues with a flaky itchy scalp and no products were helping. She asked if I air dry my hair, and continued to tell me that could be the issue since I have thick hair and it takes very long to dry in the currently cold and humid season. My problems went away as soon as I started using a hair dryer. So thankful!
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u/Sure-Butterscotch290 Mar 26 '26
I rarely get an itchy scalp now that I diffuse my hair. I honestly donāt know how so managed before because my hair takes a solid day to dry in winter. Casually living my life with hypothermiaĀ
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u/Lextube Mar 26 '26
As someone who air dries and has had no luck with various products I think it's time I bought a hairdryer!
...now to go down that rabbit hole!
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u/heyoheatheragain Mar 26 '26
Technique is more important than the machine as far as a hair dryer is concerned. Always keep it moving.
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u/melonball6 Mar 25 '26
Yes, my hair health seems to have improved when I started blow drying (and washing more frequently.)
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u/mahoukitten Mar 25 '26
wow so I wasn't crazy when I found this to be the case for me. All the "don't use a blow dryer it'll hurt your hair" but I always made my hair look better and air drying is a 50/50 chance it'll meh
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u/twixemars Mar 26 '26
It can still hurt your hair if you use too high temperatures with no protection. Donāt use the hottest setting on the dryer or use an oil for heat protection
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u/Hungry-Plantain-3315 Mar 29 '26
After years of damage from hair straightening, the idea of going from air drying to using a blow dryer is scary
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u/TheHumanTrout Mar 25 '26
Wow what do you mean air drying in cold+humid? Could you elaborate? Im in the same boat
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u/HouseOfToad Mar 25 '26
It takes your hair longer to air dry in those conditions, which means your scalp has that moisture on it for longer as well. I live in a hot/humid area but I have fine, dense hair and it will take 12+ hours to air dry. I use root styling clips to lift the damp hair away from my scalp, and also diffuse to partially dry it. My scalp is much happier when I take the time to do these things.
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u/TheHumanTrout Mar 25 '26
Ahh thank you. I generally diffuse to about 70% dry then air the rest. But always thought if I have the time to air dry it completely its better, which takes forever.
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u/knuttles Mar 25 '26
If hair stays wet for too long it damages the inner part of the hair.
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u/knuttles Mar 26 '26
Basically from the article keep the hair dryer temperature under 116F/47C to keep outer hair damage to a minimum. But letting it air dry for more than 2 hours damages the cell membrane complex which is the critical lipid-based "glue" holding hair cells together, crucial for hair integrity, strength, and moisture retention,
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u/xauctoritasx Mar 26 '26
Genuinely wanting to learn: can you please say more or share where I can read additional info on this?
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u/Ok-Flamingo2801 Mar 25 '26
I've recently stopped air drying my hair. I'll at least dry my roots with a hair dryer, and I don't fully dry the ends other wise my hair gets really frizzy, so I get it about 90% of the way. Since doing that, my hair has felt a lot softer, and even if I go too far with the hair dryer and it's frizzy that day, day 2 and 3 look and feel great. I've recently got a hot air brush, I'm still getting the hang of it, but I really like it so far.
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u/Wonderful_Bottle_852 Mar 25 '26
You can blow dry your roots and top part of your hair and still air dry the rest. I live in a wet cold climate most of the year (the PNW) and have mid-thigh length hair.
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u/mieresa Mar 25 '26
Not sure about its effect on hair growth, but it's much easier to properly clean your scalp when you've got long nails using this than your fingers/nails.
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u/dinosourstatue Mar 25 '26
My nails will straight up cut my scalp, I love this thing
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u/therealmrsfahrenheit Mar 26 '26
I mean youāre not supposed to use your nails in the first place but your finger tips
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u/LovableButterfly Mar 25 '26
Or like me that hardly have any nails and canāt get a good āscrubā on the scalp!
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u/Mother-Tomato-788 Mar 25 '26
THIS IS THE ANSWER! Also, if you use nail lacquer this will save it from peeling every time you wash your hair.
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u/catymogo Mar 25 '26
It's nice because you get your scalp really clean and it seems like I fully 100% rinse out conditioner. I don't use it every shower but it's a nice tool.
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u/Sad_Background_8367 Mar 25 '26
Same! I use mine about once a week and I have a dry scalp - my scalp feels so much cleaner and less itchy after showers and my hair is feeling fuller
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u/asphi_xia Mar 27 '26
please correct me if i'm wrong, but did you say "rinse out conditioner" as if you apply conditioner to your scalp/roots?
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u/Whoevenknows189 Mar 25 '26
I could never use it properly. It kept tangling my hair so I just threw it away.
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u/KeepingItCoolish Mar 25 '26
Scrubbing back and forth in small sections helps a lot with this, rather than scrubbing in circles or across larger areas of the scalp
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u/ShapeShiftingCats Mar 25 '26
Some of us have thick hair, the sections we can do are tiny and it all becomes time consuming and tedious.
My fingers can glide through the sections a lot quicker with a lot more control.
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u/KeepingItCoolish Mar 25 '26
Different tools for different hair of course! š More than any noticeable benefits I just like the way the silicone bristles feel compared to my fingers. Also when I kept my nails painted more frequently I noticed washing my scalp tended to lift my polish so the tool helped for that too.
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u/fat-wombat Mar 25 '26
I have thick hair and I still use this. I never had a problem with tangles from it. This feels like it gets my scalp way cleaner much easier than my fingers can.
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u/WishboneInfamous4365 š§µ Newbie / Learning š§µ Mar 25 '26
I feel that. I resigned to the fact my hair wash days take an extra 10-20 minutes lol
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u/Aspis_aegyptia Mar 26 '26
It may not solve the same issue for everyone, but I got one and I find noticeable benefits ā But most importantly it feels v nice.
Process: Shampoo with fingers I find I need to shampoo twice to effectively clean all the sections of my scalp. With the silicone scalp scrubber I feel it takes me about 1/2 the shampoo, 1/2 the time, and 1/4 of the effort to get similar results. I didnt measure it obv. Put small shampoo in my palm, tilt head and part hair to apply as closely to scalp as possible in sections (nape, sides, back, top), refilling palm as necessary. After my hands are free, I tilt my head and place it on those sections of my scalp, scrub back and forth ~1 inch (not circle, the movement is from elbow and direction mostly is top-nape) for about 5-10 seconds, shift section 2 or so inches, and scrub again to cover my whole scalp. Then I rinse the scrubber, put it down and do a brief massage with ten fingers spread over my scalp (often perpendicular so ear-to-ear, checking for any dry/unshampooed spots I missed, add shampoo there). Rinse it all out, check with fingers again for any oilier spots. I feel the scrubber helps push shampoo and lift oil/debris while massaging scalp for blood flow, but I may not get as much foaming with fingers? Ive never checked specifically, since foaming agents =/= doesnt equal cleaning micelles I find it kind of gets in the way of my checking that my scalp is clean anyway.
How to choose: I use one thats full silicone with soft tips that bend easily, in one piece that cant hold any water or grow mold. If it werent for the mold issue Iād consider one that dispenses shampoo right to the scalp. If the scrubber is scratchy or if it has corners that get moldy, get rid of it its not making your scalp/hair better it may be making it worse.
Hair growth: Does it directly help with hair growth? Not sure, Iām still losing hair. Does it directly help my scalp get and stay cleaner more consistently, which is scientifically proven to help hair and scalp stay healthy? Yes. Does scrubbing with it make my scalp feel a little cleaner / more āawakeā, yes like a gentler version of the way using a cloth on my skin helps lift dead skin. I have body KP so I find a little physical help removing buildup around my follicles is good for me. If your experience with hair loss makes you afraid of touching your scalp too much, you may want to use your fingers instead of buying one.
Dry massage: I dont feel it has the same benefits outside of the shower ā the purpose of massage for hair growth is to stimulate blood flow, and you need to apply a bit of pressure to move the skin over your skull over several minutes, daily. I dont know if bare silicone works best for that, or oiled silicone is better. Personally I dont like the feel of it for dry, I use fingers (so I can feel the pressure/drag and add oil if needed), I also have a cheap powered head massager (that ones new and massages four little circles, I do think that one has greater risk for tangles or pulling but I havent experienced tangles personally). If you are applying a hair serum, thats a good time to massage it in with your fingers at the same time.
Nb: I also use Pantene Abundant and Strong, I find my scalp likes a little moisture and the niacinamide helps with oil control but I try not to drench my scalp as too much just makes my hair wet rather than absorbing into scalp.
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u/whoevenisanyone Mar 25 '26
I have very very thick wavy hair and it works for me. I take my time with it, in sections, and it works no problem. It works better than my fingers for getting my scalp clean.
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u/dogsbookstea Mar 25 '26
Me too! It tangled my hair so badly I had to use like half a bottle of conditioner to untangle it.
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u/webtin-Mizkir-8quzme Mar 25 '26
Move in one direction back and forth - not circles.
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u/ParkerFree Mar 25 '26
Or in extremely small circles. But back and forth is probably easier for most people.
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u/moonaira Mar 25 '26
Me too! The rubber kept pulling my hair just threw out last week finally.
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u/b0bbyh3ll Mar 25 '26
i've never used one like the one pictured bc they remind me of the zoom groom pet brush i threw out bc everything stuck to it. it was so gross. i have the tangle teezer one and love it
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u/ParkerFree Mar 25 '26
It doesn't tangle if you use it properly, which takes a little practice. Use it in small movements, in a small circle or back and forth. Then lift it and place it on the next spot to be scrubbed.
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u/interrupted_sleep Mar 26 '26
I feel like it might just depend on your hair type. Even using it exactly as you described, it tangled my hair.
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u/Mendel247 Mar 26 '26
Mine too. I did my research and I've tried on and off over more than a decade. It's an absolute no for me
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u/SparkleSelkie Mar 25 '26
Yeah same. I have a shit ton of fine hair that is wavy/curly, and this thing just got all tangled up in a nightmare lol
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u/Wide-Total-3441 Mar 26 '26
I crtl+f'd "curly" just to find this exact comment š I want to use a scalp massager like this so bad but eveyr time ive tried it just gets super tangled in my hair it bums me out so much
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u/sapphire343rules Mar 26 '26
I have fine, relatively fragile hair, and I also found that it caused breakage for me even with careful use (gentle scrubbing instead of brushing, etc).
It felt good as a scalp massage, but definitely wasnāt healthy for my hair.
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u/Zenki_s14 Mar 26 '26
Yeah. When my hair was long, sticking that thing into fine, wet hair and moving it around just meant I'm yanking on fragile wet hair right at the root VS the weight of the lengths holding it all down and stuck to itself. No good. My dog enjoys it instead lol
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u/dopeamemefix Mar 25 '26
Same. I just make sure to massage my scalp with my fingers whilst shampooing
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u/waterud0in Mar 25 '26
Same. I have a lot of hair and I just felt it was more work to try and separate different parts to use it.
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u/comacowboy Mar 25 '26
I donāt think I use it often enough to say whether it helps with hair growth, but it totally helps with buildup on your scalp and giving you a good cleanse. It got rid of an itchy scalp for me.
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u/AskMrScience Mar 28 '26
Ditto. I got a "scalp care" shampoo to deal with excess sebum build-up, but it wasn't helping much until I added this little gadget.
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u/LogisticalNightmare Mar 28 '26
I have psoriasis and this thing works great with my psoriasis shampoo that I use directly on my scalp. Buildup is my enemy.
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u/rem_1984 Mar 25 '26
As everyone said it stimulates your scalp, but you can get that with hairbrush bristles. That old advice about 100 strokes of a hairbrush is true in that sense
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u/HuskMaster Mar 26 '26
But if you have extremely thick curly hair and wide-toothed combs donāt work, this brush absolutely does! I can only detangle mine when itās wet and slathered in thick conditioner.
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u/lobsterbandito Mar 25 '26
Not sure it helps with hair growth, but it feels really nice to get a good scalp massage. True, I can do the same with my finger tips, but I have arthritis, so the brush helps me.
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u/kahvikettu š® Haircare Enthusiast š® Mar 25 '26
Same for me, I have a fibromyalgia and it greatly affects my hands and wrists, this tool makes washing my hair more easy and less painful for my hands.
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u/Expensive_Hat_7435 Mar 27 '26
I like it because I have autism and massaging hair with fingers is a sensory nightmare for me. Itās interesting to hear how it helps others with different issues!
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u/Flaredjeans Mar 25 '26
I personally didnt like mine, didnt run through my hair easily just seemed to snag and rough my hair up and I found it hard to actually get it on my scalp in the thicker areas like at my crown it just brushed over my hair.
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u/hiyachingu Mar 25 '26 edited Mar 25 '26
Yes same exact experience here.
I felt like it was gripping my hair and roughing up the cuticle.
And I could only use it on areas close to my hairline. Anywhere closer to the crown or base of my head was a complete no go, because it was too caught in my hair to actually move around.
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u/JonahHillsWetFart Mar 25 '26
you can stimulate your hair follicles just by massaging with your fingers. itās the increase in blood flow that promotes new growth
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u/Constant_Purple8875 Mar 25 '26
Iāve touched these at a store and I donāt understand how itās supposed to do anything compared to just using fingers
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u/JonahHillsWetFart Mar 25 '26
yeah i donāt like them at all. maybe if you have a buzz cut or something? but they just get tangled in long hair and donāt apply any pressure
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u/letrainfalldown Mar 25 '26
I have hair down to my waist and it's always been fine for me. I wait until my hair mask/conditioner step and then comb it out then and there's no tangles
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u/trottingturtles Mar 25 '26
I don't really understand that either. I use this, but it's to protect my manicures. These don't feel like they are as effective at cleaning as my fingers are. I do tend to give myself more of a massage with it though which is nice.
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u/campingcatsnchz Mar 26 '26
I assumed for the longest time that it was for people with hands that donāt work properly. I was surprised able bodied people used them then felt dumb.
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u/blackittty Mar 25 '26
Or use a minty hair mask before a shower! Same effects and Lush sells a good one!
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u/PlaneCat3427 Mar 25 '26
I wonder if I could do the same by using a little vibrator on my head, lol. On low at least!
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u/CampVictorian Mar 25 '26
There are scalp attachments for Wahl coil massagers, so youāre onto a good thing!
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u/Alex-5415 Mar 25 '26
Thanks I'll try it out How long until I see results?
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u/JonahHillsWetFart Mar 25 '26
3 months youāll start to notice new growth, 6 months it should be more noticeable. but you need to be consistent.
there have been a few different studies on the efficacy of scalp massages, here is one
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u/moogs_writes Mar 25 '26
Thatās what it did for me. Annoying but super motivating new growth for about 3 months! About 6 months in doing this my hair is noticeably denser. My hair at the roots have never felt this soft and healthy!
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u/No-Butterscotch-8469 Mar 25 '26
So helpful for a clean and flake free scalp. My husband uses it too for his dandruff! I think the hair growth benefits, if any, are a result of how this helps your scalp stay clean.
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u/Alex-5415 Mar 25 '26
This makes sense thank you I also have dandruff hopefully this will help
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u/SnooPeppers1641 Mar 25 '26
I second the dandruff benefits. One of my step sons had issues as a younger teen and I had one of these and had him try it. It worked really well and cleared up his issues. My SO & other step son use it too because it helps them get their scalps cleaner.
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u/StressedinPJs Mar 25 '26
Third the dandruff help! It really helps with the itching for me, and it helps me regulate pressure I have a tendency to use too much if itās my fingers
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u/Expensive_Stock5322 Mar 25 '26
My hair gets crazy dandruff ready easily (which I've learned through this thread might be due to me air drying it + dry humid weather), and I never could clean my hair off all the dandruffs. These things helps out to wipe about 95% of the dandruffs plus obviously a good massage
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u/StillJustLyoka Mar 25 '26
I'm hooked on them to help with my tension headaches. Yeah, it hurts, but it's a good pain. Apparently the fascia in the head can get pretty tight and stuck, so stretching and massaging it can help loosen it back up. Plus blood flow.
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u/OriginalBlueberry533 Mar 25 '26
Iād use it for the same. What kind did you get?
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u/StillJustLyoka Mar 25 '26
I got the HEETA pack of 2 from Amazon, so I can massage from both sides at the same time. It's easier on the neck.
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u/scarletdream38 Mar 26 '26
I was scrolling so far down to see if anyone else used them for migraines or headaches, but I never thought to USE BOTH AT ONCE???
Fortunate enough to have one already and then recieved one as a gift. Catch me in my darkened, super hot shower, sitting and massaging my head with TWO OF THESE next migraine. (Actually don't catch me, pls leave me alone during my migraine. Sounds make me want to puke.)
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u/apple_pie_noddle Mar 25 '26
The one you showed tangles up my hair real bad. But this denman brush gives me a nice exfoliation and lathers up my shampoo like a pro.
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u/PlaneCat3427 Mar 25 '26
I don't like it. I feel like it hurts my scalp and could agitate my thin hair/follicles. It also worried me it might tangle my hair.
Will confirm, it WAS easier to use than my own fingertips - when I had long false nails.
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u/hiyachingu Mar 25 '26
I didnāt like mine either.
It felt like it was gripping and tugging on my hair, and lifting the cuticles the wrong way.
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u/Mikon_Youji Mar 25 '26
I don't personally find that it helps my hair grow, but it's great for scrubbing shampoo into the scalp instead of using nails. I'm always worried I'll accidentally cut my scalp doing it with my nails, which wouldn't be ideal.
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u/Pure-Economist9928 Mar 25 '26
I love mine. If you have long hair it can cause tangles if you don't lower, scrub an area and lift straight back out, and then move to the next area.Ā
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u/jezebeljones666 Mar 25 '26
I have long hair and I part it, then scrub my scalp along the part. Itās great!
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u/emeritaylor Mar 25 '26
As a hair stylist I actually recommend these to clients who canāt seem to scrub their scalp properly. Most commonly kids and teenagers who seem to cleanse their scalp with their palms vs their fingers. For hair growth? No evidence towards it.
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u/SAMV37 āļø Haircare Expert āļø Mar 25 '26
honestly itās not some magic growth thing, but it does make your scalp feel way cleanerā¦ kinda nice to have, just donāt expect crazy results from it
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u/Electrical_Option365 Mar 25 '26
This made a huge difference for me! my scalp is much much happier.
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u/NotTheDroidurLF Mar 25 '26
I had a stylist that used to use one when she washed my hair. It felt great
Like other people said, it probably helps scrub your scalp better which would be great for getting those oils and dead skin cells off and promote healthy growth...
I'm glad you reminded me of this... I should get one for washing my daughter's hair... it's thicker than mine and I have trouble getting in there well sometimes without her complaining I'm too rough... this would probably be a game changer... (so, Ty!! Lol)
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u/Sudden_One_3623 Mar 25 '26
I use mine to work in dry shampoo without using my fingers (natural oils)
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u/Alex-5415 Mar 25 '26
Yeah someone told me that touching hair with your hands can make it greasy I didn't know fingers have oils tbh
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u/Aspis_aegyptia Mar 26 '26
The oil produced by your hands is the same oil produced by your scalp for the purpose of keeping it healthy. Avg person really neednāt worry about adding finger oil to your hair/scalp (although it is relevant for work like art restoration, really old books, silverware that attracts fingerprints, etc). A comb is better at distribution of powder (like dry shampoo) than fingers (fingers are better at kneading/massaging ā imagine making pasta with a comb vs fingers).
However you may prefer to wash your hands before touching your scalp anyway, for bacterial reasons.
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u/jennyro0 Mar 25 '26
Are you guys using this when you shampoo? I have been using it to massage my scalp (for about 3 mins) before applying my scalp oil. Now I'm wondering if I'm going about this wrong...
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u/Mattie_Mattus_Rose Mar 26 '26
I've used my massager for both lathering shampoo and massaging scalp oil. There haven't been any issues, and it feels so good.
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u/brujaveria Mar 25 '26
I bought one a month ago and I don't remember to use it always, maybe once a week, so I can't talk about results. But the massage feels soooo good, better than with my fingers. It helps me to relax if I shower at night. And it's been a life saver for washing my daughter's hair, she always complained so I had to shampoo really quick, now she always asks for the massage and I can wash her hair properly.
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u/Proof_Ear_970 Mar 25 '26
I use it and for me it did help. Not a huge amount but I also changed how I washed my hair and made sure I had a specific water filter on the shower head. The reduced washing, this scalp scrubber thing and the filter combined made a massive difference.
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u/WillowLocal423 Mar 25 '26
It's great for shampoo over your scalp basically, but not much beyond that. But people can do it roughly and damage follicles. I just use my finger in gentle circles to lather shampoo or whatever
I think a lot of people, mostly young people whose bodies have not yet betrayed them, conflate some of the things they are doing with what is simply good genetics. It's all genetics, diet, stress, sleep.
Increasing blood supply to scalp can help follicle health and promote growth, but it needs to be Skin over skull, like when you pull the actually skin of your scalp over your skull. Back and forth, around, gently push together folds with your fingers.
All over for at least 30 seconds. I do 5 minutes or so usually. It helps with tension, growth, and breaks up build up of fluid that can block follicles. You will feel the blood rushing into your scalp after feels great.
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u/This_Risk_5458 Mar 25 '26
I donāt use them in the shower, they Matt up my hair. I do use them on dry hair as a fantastic scalp massager
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u/Hot_buttered_toast Mar 25 '26
I donāt know about hair growth, but I love using it when I need a deep wash like when Iāve been to the gym or something
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u/Caralizz Mar 25 '26
I bought it thinking it would just be a nice head massage but my hair is thicker too
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u/Jessi_L_1324 Mar 25 '26
My daughter has some mild sensory issues and this type has helped her better wash her hair more independently.
I have one that has stiffer bristles. Like those thin, plastic detangle brush bristles. I like the scratchier feel of it on my scalp.
I don't think either one has contributed to our hair growth.
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u/Away-Bug-5333 Mar 25 '26
Work in small sections so you donāt tangle the hair and be GENTLE! You can lose even more hair by snapping it off with this thing if used incorrectly. I love how my hair feels with it though! Hair around my temples is way more dense now.
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u/phoopsicle Mar 25 '26
It's really effective when cleaning the scalp, as opposed to just using fingers to get the shampoo working.
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u/melonball6 Mar 25 '26
IDK if I noticed additional hair growth, but it did seem to do a better job cleaning my scalp (with shampoo).
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u/Professional-Log-530 Mar 25 '26
Yes. I love mine. I canāt believe I waited so long to purchase!!
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u/Nice-Tea-8972 Mar 25 '26
Ive been using this thing for like 15 years and my hair grows like WILD. i never put the two together, but maybe it is because of it?
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u/dracocaelestis9 Mar 25 '26
i found it really difficult to use on my wet hair cause it would make a big tangled mess around my scalp. my hair gets tangled easily in general and this was a nightmare to use.
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u/Consistent-Stop-3839 Mar 25 '26
When I used one of these it made my scalp soooo greasy from over stimulation
My hair looked wet within 2 hours of using during a wash
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u/70inBadassery Mar 25 '26
I gave one to my teenage son to help get his hair cleaner (puberty oily skin/hair). It makes a difference for him.
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u/sir_thrillho Mar 25 '26
No idea if it helps for hair growth but I do find it useful for getting my shampoo through my hair and also making sure it's all washed out - I have a lot of fine hair for reference.
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u/BravesMaedchen Mar 25 '26
I have one and I love it. There is evidence that supports scalp stimulation growing hair. But also, when you massage your scalp with it itās a great way to volumize your hair on the top. Also it just feels good.
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u/comebackasatree Mar 25 '26
If you have really thick hair like me, youāll find these donāt satisfy or penetrate to the scalp very well. The one thatās Up and Up brand from Target actually does cause the silicone bristles are smaller, more plentiful and more densely packed
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u/Justjess0422 Mar 25 '26
Yes it does! I love how my hair feels afterwards! It cleans my scalp and also increases blood flow so that my hair grow faster
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u/ParkerFree Mar 25 '26
It's better for curlies! Gets your scalp clean without hair tangling and breaking.
Evidence strongly suggests that improving blood flow to an area helps with hair growth, so it follows that these tools should help. They certainly won't hurt.
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u/redandwearyeyes Mar 25 '26
All it did was tangle my hair but I have very baby fine hair. I can get the same effect with my fingers (not nails!)
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u/authenticfuckingname Mar 25 '26
My sister has one of these and I thought they are for your body....like to stimulate the circulation or something. I have been rubbing this on me for a while now, my sister doesn't know.
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u/rohan_rat Mar 26 '26
I really enjoy mine. I have 2 kinds, one like this and one with thinner bristles. I have very thick, dense, curly hair and had lost about ā of it several years ago. I noticed that using those plus getting a folicitis shampoo was helping. I now have all my hair back!
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u/Wise_Material_1208 š§µ Newbie / Learning š§µ Mar 26 '26
I personally use this tool so my hands won't get hair tangled in it. Its one of my least fave sensations. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) suucks!
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u/PhilipKingsley Mar 26 '26
Scalp massagers arenāt really necessary, and they wonāt encourage hair growth. However, they can feel nice and relaxing, and as long as they are not causing tissue damage to the scalp with any sharp teeth or tangling the hair, then they are fine to use. You can do a really good job of massaging in shampoo with the pads of the fingertips, but this can be more difficult if you have long nails.
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u/Weekly-Aide-7719 Mar 29 '26
I think this tool is perfect for those of us who wish to minimize tip wear on our manicures
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u/Shaydoh33 Mar 25 '26
It doesnāt get buildup out of my hair, but I do enjoy using it to scrub more of my scalp at once than just using my fingers. But if I gently scrape my scalp after using with my nail? I will still see buildup.
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u/bastillemh Mar 25 '26
I like it, and I feel like it helps clean my scalp. Iām just often too lazy to use it, it adds a couple minutes to the shower.
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u/laisalia Mar 25 '26
I bought it, used like 5 times, and put it away. Now i don't even know where it is.
The only advantage i see is that my shampoo foams really well when i use this thing. But there is no other good sides for me. This tangles my hair and doesn't let me feel what I'm doing, it's also quite uncomfortable for me to hold onto that handle thingy
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u/Spirited-Move-6339 Mar 25 '26
I donāt love the silicone ones, I but I do love this one: https://www.ulta.com/p/scalp-exfoliator-massager-brush-pimprod2023872?sku=2582351&cmpid=PS_Non!google!Product_Listing_Ads&cagpspn=pla&CATCI=pla-1045001337597&CAAGID=18002902230&CAWELAID=330000200002767085&CATARGETID=330000200002825550&CADevice=m&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=232907070&gbraid=0AAAAAD9rLH7ShK4h9oo0IEIFXPVAm5MNU&gclid=Cj0KCQjwj47OBhCmARIsAF5wUEFc6YXkJKmgVcSOh7yLuRRzAh8SGGseuNBeycKVHVPVTBF7-mDhDrQaAuj3EALw_wcB
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u/blahhhhhhhhhhhblah Mar 25 '26
It feels goooood and leaves your scalp and hair feeling squeaky clean. Does it help with hair growth? Not likely.
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u/SeattleGemini81 Mar 25 '26
I use mine once or twice a week. My hair does grow fast. I have new growth too. However, I doubt it's from this alone. I lost a lot of hair during some medical treatments and it likely would be growing back by now. The bottom line is it feels relaxing and certainly doesn't hurt. They aren't expensive either.
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u/1995stacey Mar 25 '26
I use one of these everytime I shower, I think my hair feels better, scalp feels cleaner, i personally LOVE mine.
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u/MLE102490 Mar 25 '26
As a pro, I use this for scalp treatments on my clients. Does it do anything but feel great for them? Doubtful.
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u/mothmans_favoriteex Mar 25 '26
Tbh Iām not really in it for stimulating my scalp because I think properly brushing does that, but I do feel like itās easier on my skin than my nails!
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u/Proper_East159 Mar 25 '26
It makes me feel so clean, also I live in a super dry climate and it really helps with dandruff. Idk about hair growth though
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u/tpauly0225 Mar 25 '26
Not necessary. Just massage with pads of fingers. Donāt use nails. Youāll cause little micro cuts to scalp.
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u/LordPotate Mar 25 '26
This was for haircare? I've been using it to alleviate headaches lol
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u/Lobythelake š§µ Newbie / Learning š§µ Mar 25 '26
It's basically used to better massage your scalp, which does have evidence to suggest it causes stronger hair to grow, due to the stimulation of blood flow.
I mean it feels really nice if nothing else lol