Does a head spa hurt?

No. The scrub feels slightly grainy and the massage is firm, so say if you want it lighter or deeper.

How much is a head spa in London?

Prices at PIED-DE-POULE start from £120.

How often should I book?

Once a month keeps oil and build-up under control. A visit every three months still makes a noticeable difference.

Does a head spa help with hair loss?

No, it does not reverse hair loss, but a clean scalp with good circulation gives existing hair better conditions to grow. Sudden shedding or bald patches need a trichologist or dermatologist first.

Will I lose hair during the massage?

No, not beyond normal shedding: the hairs that come away were already in their shedding phase, and most people lose 50 to 125 a day. The massage simply releases them at the basin instead of in your brush.

Who should not have a head spa?

Postpone it if you have a scalp infection, open cuts, a recent head or neck injury, a fever, or an allergy to any of the products. If you are pregnant or get migraines, check with your doctor and mention it when booking.

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Head Spa

A head spa clears the oil and product build-up that everyday shampoo leaves at the roots, so your scalp feels clean and your hair falls softer from the first visit. The session combines a scalp consultation, exfoliation, a treatment chosen for your scalp and a long massage that eases the tightness behind tension headaches. Make time for yourself and book a head spa treatment in London at PIED-DE-POULE, with salons in South Kensington and Oxford Circus.

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Deep Scalp Detox

Clears product build-up and flaking.

Stronger Hair Growth

Better-nourished roots, less shedding over time.

Balanced Oil Levels

Roots stay fresh with natural volume.

Stress Relief

Eases neck tension and improves sleep.

What is a head spa?

Think of it as a facial for the skin under your hair. The therapist looks at your scalp first, lifts away dead cells and residue with a scrub, applies a treatment chosen for your scalp type and finishes with a long massage. The format comes from Japan, where scalp massage was part of the routine at hot springs and bathhouses long before salons added specialist products.

Bond-repair services in our hair care treatments rebuild the hair fibre itself. This treatment starts one layer lower, at the skin the hair grows from. You feel the difference as a scalp that stays fresh for longer and roots that are no longer weighed down.

It makes sense when your roots look greasy by the evening of wash day or flakes keep showing up on dark clothes. Months of dry shampoo can leave the scalp itchy, and long days at a screen often end in a tight, aching head; both are good reasons to book.

Head spa treatment for an oily scalp

Some roots turn greasy within a day, or dandruff comes in yellowish flakes that cling to the skin. For these scalps the therapist uses the Orising detox and sebum-regulating treatments. The goal is to clear excess oil without leaving the skin tight.

Head spa treatments for a dry, tight scalp

Fine white flakes, itching and a tight feeling after washing point to a dry scalp. The Orising calming treatment and the formula for dry dandruff are used here instead of the detox. You can ask for lighter massage pressure at any point.

A head spa service for shedding hair

For hair that comes out in the shower more than usual, the Orising anti-hair loss treatment goes onto the scalp. The study most often quoted on scalp massage gave nine men four minutes of daily massage for 24 weeks and recorded slightly thicker hair shafts, not new hair. Regular sessions keep the scalp in good condition for the hair you already have. Loss caused by hormones, genetics or an autoimmune condition needs a trichologist or dermatologist.

Add-ons for a luxury head spa treatment

A scrub from Kevin Murphy or Lebel can be added for deeper exfoliation. It is worth adding if you use a lot of dry shampoo or styling paste. Kevin Murphy also has its own Kevin Murphy treatment on the hair menu, aimed at the lengths rather than the scalp.

What to expect from the head spa

A cleaner scalp and softer hair are noticeable straight away, and the fresh feeling lasts a week or more. On an oily or flaky scalp the effect builds over several sessions, since each visit clears what has collected since the last one.

Step by step: your relaxing head spa treatment

Consultation

The therapist asks about your scalp concerns, health, medication and allergies and looks at the skin at your roots. This decides which Orising treatment you get and whether to add a Kevin Murphy or Lebel scrub.

Cleansing and exfoliation

Warm water and a scalp cleanser loosen sebum and product residue. A scrub then works section by section to lift dead cells; it should feel grainy, never scratchy.

Scalp massage

Fingertips work along pressure points from the hairline to the base of the skull in firm, slow circles. Many clients doze off at this point.

Treatment and aftercare

The Orising treatment chosen at the consultation goes onto the scalp. Before you leave, the therapist explains how often to wash and which products to use at home.

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What head spa therapy does for your scalp

Deep Follicle Cleanse
Cleansing and a scrub lift hardened sebum out of the follicles, so the roots stop looking flat and heavy.
Balanced Sebum
Removing excess sebum at the source slows down greasy roots, and your hair stays fresh for longer after washing.
Flake and Itch Relief
Exfoliation clears the dead skin cells that clump into visible flakes and cause itching, leaving the scalp smooth to the touch.
Stronger Roots
Intensive massage boosts microcirculation, so hair bulbs receive more oxygen and nutrients. Over a course of sessions, this supports healthy growth and reduces shedding.
Tension and Stress Relief
Slow pressure on the muscles of the scalp, neck and jaw releases the tightness behind tension headaches, a common complaint after long hours at a screen. Rhythmic massage shifts the body into rest mode, and sleep comes more easily that night.
Smoother, Glossier Lengths
The session finishes with a mask or serum matched to your hair type. Lengths feel smoother and more elastic, with visible shine from root to tip.

FAQ

Does a head spa hurt?

No. The scrub feels slightly grainy and the massage is firm, so say if you want it lighter or deeper.
How much is a head spa in London?

Prices at PIED-DE-POULE start from £120.
How often should I book?

Once a month keeps oil and build-up under control. A visit every three months still makes a noticeable difference.
Does a head spa help with hair loss?

No, it does not reverse hair loss, but a clean scalp with good circulation gives existing hair better conditions to grow. Sudden shedding or bald patches need a trichologist or dermatologist first.
Will I lose hair during the massage?

No, not beyond normal shedding: the hairs that come away were already in their shedding phase, and most people lose 50 to 125 a day. The massage simply releases them at the basin instead of in your brush.
Who should not have a head spa?

Postpone it if you have a scalp infection, open cuts, a recent head or neck injury, a fever, or an allergy to any of the products. If you are pregnant or get migraines, check with your doctor and mention it when booking.

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