SA Scalp Therapy Shampoo

This shampoo contains 3% salicylic acid to exfoliate the scalp and control flaking. While low-level, rinse-off salicylic acid products are often considered safe in pregnancy, concentrations like this are best used with your doctor’s guidance. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare provider before use.

✅ Supportive ingredients like panthenol, allantoin, green tea, chamomile, and vitamin E are pregnancy-safe and soothing.

⚠️ Salicylic Acid (3%): The active ingredient here. At low concentrations in rinse-off cleansers, salicylic acid is often considered safe in pregnancy since systemic absorption is minimal. However, 3% is at the higher end of cosmetic use, and pregnancy guidelines typically advise using it with caution.

⚠️ Fragrance-related compounds (limonene, benzyl salicylate, citrus oils) can sometimes irritate more sensitive pregnancy skin but are not contraindicated.

❌ No retinoids, hydroquinone, or benzoyl peroxide.

This medicated shampoo contains 3% salicylic acid, which not only avoids clogging pores but actually helps keep them clear. Because it’s a rinse-off formula, the overall risk of breakouts is very low, even for acne-prone skin. Those with sensitive skin may wish to patch test due to added fragrance components.

✅ Salicylic Acid (3%): A BHA that penetrates follicles, unclogs pores, and reduces flakes — making it actively anti-comedogenic.

✅ Rinse-off formula: Since this is a shampoo, the short skin contact time and rinse-off nature dramatically lower the chance of pore-clogging anywhere product residue might touch (scalp, hairline, back, chest).

✅ Soothing and barrier-friendly ingredients (panthenol, allantoin, glycerin, tea extracts, vitamin E) are non-comedogenic and support skin health.

⚠️ Fragrance components & essential oils (citrus oils, limonene, benzyl salicylate, benzyl benzoate) don’t clog pores but may irritate sensitive or acne-prone skin.

❌ No heavy oils, waxes, lanolin, or high-risk fatty alcohols.

This shampoo helps target scalp buildup, dandruff, and flakiness with 3% salicylic acid. While effective, it can be drying or irritating if overused—start slow and balance with a nourishing conditioner.

✅ Salicylic Acid (3%) is an effective exfoliant for dandruff, flaking, and buildup. It helps improve scalp health when used correctly.

✅ Contains panthenol, allantoin, and glycerin for soothing and hydrating effects that counteract some of the exfoliation.

✅ Herbal extracts (green tea, chamomile, neroli flower) add calming and antioxidant benefits.

⚠️ Salicylic Acid at 3% is strong for a rinse-off scalp product—beneficial for dandruff but can cause irritation, especially with frequent use or on sensitive scalps.

⚠️ Cleansing agents (sodium C14-16 olefin sulfonate, cocamidopropyl betaine) are on the stronger side and may be drying.

⚠️ Fragrance components (limonene, benzyl benzoate, benzyl salicylate) can irritate reactive or fragrance-sensitive skin.

❌ Frequent use may strip natural scalp oils if not paired with a conditioner or soothing routine.