Essential Prewash

35 essential nutrients scalp+hair mask for whole hair health
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BENEFITS

Thickens Hair

Prevents Damage

Moisturizes Scalp

Strengthens Hair

Strengthens Scalp Skin Barrier

Reduces Shedding

WHAT IT IS

Creamy, highly-concentrated scalp and hair mask, an essential step 1 before you start your wash routine for whole hair health. It builds the foundation for long-term hair health by delivering a superdose of 35 vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fatty acids, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial ingredients to your entire hair ecosystem.

FREE OF SULFATES, SILICONES, PHTHALATES, MINERAL OIL, SYNTHETIC DYES & FRAGRANCES. 100% CRUELTY-FREE, VEGAN, COLOR-SAFE

FINE THIN TO MEDIUM HAIR

+ Supports hair growth with 35 essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

+ Balances scalp pH and removes excess oil and grime. Perfectly pH balanced at 4.

+ Thickens fine hair by strengthening internal hair structure with powerful Ayurvedic-10-oil blend.

Water, †Cetearyl Alcohol, *Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, †*Glycerin, †Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, †Behentrimonium Methosulfate, †Propanediol, Sapindus Mukurossi (Reetha) Peel Extract, Kaolin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Seed Oil, Mentha Arvensis (Mint) Leaf Oil, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amla) Fruit Extract, *Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Trigonella Foenum Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Powder, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata (Bhingaraj) Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, *Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, †Dextrin, Maltodextrin, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) Fruit Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Tocopherol, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil , Gluconolactone

*Certified organic †Naturally derived

THICK CURLY OR COILY HAIR

+ Supports hair growth with 35 essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

+ Balances scalp pH and and soothes dry, flaky, itchy scalp. Perfectly pH balanced at 4.

+ Breaks down build-up and grime & strengthens scalp skin barrier.

+ Moisturizes and enhances waves, curls, and coils with powerful Ayurvedic-10-oil blend.

Water, †Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, †*Glycerin, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Fruit Powder, †Behentrimonium Methosulfate, †Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Propanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Powder, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Powder, Phyllanthus Emblica (Amla) Fruit Extract, *Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Trigonella Foenum Graecum (Fenugreek) Seed Powder, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, †Coconut Alkanes, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Gluconolactone, *Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Garcinia Indica (Kokum) Seed Butter, Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) Fruit Extract, Eclipta Prostrata (Bhingaraj) Extract, Potassium Sorbate,†Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Ocimum Sanctum (Tulsi) Leaf Extract, *Althaea Officinalis (Marshmallow) Root Extract, *Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Calcium Gluconate, *Carya Ovata (Shagbark Hickory) Bark Extract, †Dextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Linalool, Limonene, Panthenol, Sodium Benzoate, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Tamarindus Indica (Tamarind) Fruit Extract, Tocopherol

*Certified organic †Naturally derived

FAQ

Safe for?

Color-treated, keratin-treated, chemically-treated, and relaxed hair.

Free of?

Sulfate, silicones, phthalates, parabens, mineral oils, gluten, synthetic dyes and fragrances. What you smell is the aroma of the natural ingredients.

Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes and yes!

What is the fragrance of the Prewash?

The Prewash for fine, thin to medium hair has refreshing notes of wild mint and eucalyptus, and the Prewash for thick, curly or coily hair has earthy notes of bergamot, citrus, and vetiver.

Should the Prewash be used on wet or dry hair?

The Prewash should be massaged into your DRY scalp and hair, prior to washing, which allows the nutrients to penetrate at a deeper rate to strengthen, balance and nourish. It also helps balance your hair's pH once you jump in the shower. And it helps prevent everyday damage, which starts with your hair getting wet during your wash days.

How long do I have to keep the Prewash in?

15-20 minutes prior to jumping in the shower is great! If you can keep it in longer, that's great too. Our favorite things to do while we Prewash: workout, sleep, relax.

When can I see results?

After one use, you'll experience softer, more flexible hair. And your scalp will immediately feel more balanced and cleaner. Over regular use of 4-6 weeks, your hair will become stronger, healthier, less shedding, and you will start seeing healthy hair growth.

Why It's Special

Deliver 35 Essential Nutrients

  1. Deep delivery of 35 essential vitamins, minerals & antioxidants, with Ayurvedic 10-oil blend to strengthen from within.

Boost Scalp Skin Barrier

  1. Formulated perfectly at 4.6, the natural pH of scalp that helps relieves scalp dryness, flakes, oiliness.

Preventative Care

  1. Creates a protective shield to prevent everyday damage and build long-term Foundational Hair Health™.

How To Use

Step 1

Massage the Prewash into your scalp. Use your fingers or a comb to distribute through your strands, root to tip.

Step 2

Gently tie your hair back and allow the Prewash to soak in at least 15 minutes (or as long as you like) before you jump in the shower.

Step 3

Start your wash routine, shampoo and condition as usual, use S&K shampoo and conditioner for best results.

Step 4

Use at least once a week or before every wash. Regular use builds long-term benefits.

Step 1

Massage the Prewash into your scalp. Use your fingers or a comb to distribute through your strands, root to tip.

Step 2

Gently tie your hair back and allow the Prewash to soak in at least 15 minutes (or as long as you like) before you jump in the shower.

Step 3

Start your wash routine, shampoo and condition as usual, use S&K shampoo and conditioner for best results.

Step 4

Use at least once a week or before every wash. Regular use builds long-term benefits.

High Performing Ayurvedic Ingredients

We consciously select natural ingredients that are gentle to grow and harvest, from their native regions, working with Indian suppliers and farmers.

Neem

An ancient medicinal plant, neem is high in anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties to help treat scalp sensitivities, including itchiness.

Kokum butter

Rich in fatty acids, it easily absorbs into your strands, non-comodegenic and odorless. Also accelerates cell oxygenation, helping more nutrients soak into your hair ecosystem.

Amla

Rich in omega 3 and 6, this berry oil helps prevent sun damage, thicken strands, and stimulate hair growth.

Turmeric Root

One of the most effective anti-inflammatory ingredients, helping to relieve inflamed follicles that lead to hair loss.

  • Neem

    An ancient medicinal plant, neem is high in anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties to help treat scalp sensitivities, including itchiness.

  • Kokum butter

    Rich in fatty acids, it easily absorbs into your strands, non-comodegenic and odorless. Also accelerates cell oxygenation, helping more nutrients soak into your hair ecosystem.

  • Amla

    Rich in omega 3 and 6, this berry oil helps prevent sun damage, thicken strands, and stimulate hair growth.

  • Turmeric Root

    One of the most effective anti-inflammatory ingredients, helping to relieve inflamed follicles that lead to hair loss.