Scalp care is trending—and for good reason. Here’s how to support your hair (and your extensions) from the root down.
If you’ve been scrolling lately, you’ve probably seen those calming head spa videos making their rounds. Steam, suds, slow-motion massages—it’s enough to make anyone want to book a self-care day on the spot. But beyond the satisfying visuals, these treatments are rooted in something important: scalp health.
And whether you wear hand-tied extensions or love your natural strands, taking care of your scalp is one of the best things you can do for the health, longevity, and beauty of your hair.
Why Scalp Health Matters
Your scalp is your hair’s foundation. When it’s balanced and clean, your hair has the perfect environment to grow, shine, and thrive. But when it’s stressed—think buildup from product, sweat, or hard water—everything from itchiness to slowed growth to poor extension retention can follow.
Making scalp care a part of your routine doesn’t need to be complicated, but it does need to be consistent (like all those things in life we’d love a magic pill for). That’s where a few high-quality products (and maybe a little help from your stylist) come in.
Our Favorite Scalp-Loving Products
At NOVA STRANDS Salon, we carry hand-picked products to support your scalp and strands—especially if you wear extensions.
We love ILES Formula for its gentle, restorative ingredients that support a healthy scalp while strengthening and protecting the hair. It’s lightweight, clean, and designed to keep your extensions looking and feeling their best.
Here’s a great hair-care routine focused on hair and scalp heath with ILES products.
1. Cleanse:
ILES Formula Haute Performance Shampoo
- Gently removes buildup without stripping.
- Formulated with antioxidant-rich ingredients like vitamin B5 + plant extracts.
- Extension-safe and color-safe.
2. Condition:
ILES Formula Haute Performance Conditioner
- Detangles and nourishes without heaviness.
- Helps prevent scalp dryness, especially around anchor points.
3. Treat:
ILES Formula Finishing Serum a non-negotiable, this product is magic)
- Not a scalp treatment, but adds protection from heat + humidity.
- Apply mid-length to ends to keep both natural hair and extensions silky.
Weekly Add-On:Give yourself a gentle scalp massage using the ILES Scalp + Body Exfoliant to stimulate circulation + release buildup around beads/wefts.
Extensions Need Scalp Love Too
Wearing extensions doesn’t mean skipping scalp care—in fact, it’s even more important. A healthy scalp helps:
- Support better extension retention
- Prevent slippage or discomfort
- Minimize irritation at anchor points
- Keep your natural hair growing strong underneath
With the right routine, you’ll notice your installs last longer, feel better, and look even more seamless.
Want to Experience It for Yourself?
Scalp care doesn’t have to be a once-in-a-blue-moon spa moment. It can be part of your regular routine—and something you look forward to.
If you’re curious about where to start, let us walk you through it during your next shampoo or treatment. We’ll tailor your experience with the best products for your hair type, your extension method, and your personal needs.
Your scalp works hard to support your dream hair. Show it a little love.
Book your appointment at our Plano, Texas location and experience how good healthy hair feels—from root to tip.
