Purifying hair lotion for dry scalp, gentle moisture for dry dandruff-prone scalps
Purifying hair lotion for dry scalp, gentle moisture for dry dandruff-prone scalps

For dry, flaky scalps that need treatment between washes

Willow bark and biodynamic thyme reduce flaking, prickly pear and allantoin soothe irritation, and alpha-glucan and inulin support microbiome balance over time.

with Biodynamic rosemary

Grown on our farm in Bologna following biodynamic principles, rosemary is rich in carnosic acid and 1,8-cineole, compounds with strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity that help purify the scalp and reduce irritation while supporting healthy cell turnover.

with Biodynamic Thyme

Also cultivated on our Bologna farm, thyme contains thymol, a potent natural antiseptic that targets the fungal overgrowth associated with dandruff. It helps control flaking at the source while maintaining the scalp's protective barrier.

with Organic Willow Bark

Willow bark is a natural source of salicin, which the skin converts into salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid that gently exfoliates dead skin cells and unclogs follicles. It helps reduce visible flaking and prevents buildup without aggressive stripping.

with Upcycled Prickly Pear

Recovered from cactus processing, prickly pear stem extract is rich in betalains and polysaccharides that calm inflammation and reinforce the skin's moisture barrier. It provides immediate soothing relief to irritated, reactive scalps.

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purifying hair lotion for dry scalp

For dry, flaky scalps: a leave-in treatment that helps reduce visible flakes and soothes the scalp.

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Make it a routine

dry scalp purifying kit

For dry, flaky scalps

$132.00$119.00

dry scalp routine

For dry, flaky, irritation-prone scalps

$196.00$186.00

What it does

  • Dry Dandruff Relief. Willow bark and thyme reduce flaking and help prevent recurrence
  • Scalp Comfort. Allantoin and prickly pear soothe irritation and calm sensitivity
  • Prebiotic Support. Alpha-glucan and inulin help maintain a balanced scalp microbiome
  • Lightweight Formula. Absorbs without residue—won't weigh hair down or affect styling
  • Flexible Use. Works for visible dandruff or preventive care between flare-ups
Key actives
Biodynamic rosemaryBiodynamic thymeOrganic willow barkUpcycled prickly pear
Formula

Silicone-free, sulfate-free, paraben-free, phthalate-free, mineral oil-free, vegan, cruelty-free.

Scent

Balsamic rosemary and fresh bergamot.

Texture

A lightweight lotion that absorbs without residue.

How to use

After cleansing and conditioning

  1. Shake well before use.
  2. Towel-dry the hair thoroughly.
  3. With fingers or a comb, part 3/4-inch vertical sections from the center of the head outward.
  4. Apply the product directly to the scalp along each section.
  5. Continue at the back with horizontal sections, from crown to nape.
  6. Leave on for 5 minutes.
  7. Do not rinse. Style as usual.

How often: Intensive care: 2 to 3 times a week for 3 to 4 weeks. Maintenance: 1 to 2 times a week.

Pairs well with

Make it a routine

Oway formulas work in sequence. Each routine pairs this formula with the steps that complete it.

dry scalp purifying kit

dry scalp purifying kit

For dry, flaky scalps. Purifies and hydrates the scalp, calming irritation and reducing flaking.

  1. Step 1 · Wash · $52.00

    purifying hair bath for dry scalp

    Massage into the dry scalp, add water slowly to a creamy lather and rinse. Leave 2 to 3 minutes for a deeper cleanse.

  2. Step 2 · Scalp treatment · You are here

    purifying hair lotion for dry scalp

    On towel-dried hair, apply to the scalp in 2 cm sections. Leave 5 minutes. Do not rinse.

How often: Both 2 to 3 times a week in the intensive phase, then 1 to 2 times a week for maintenance.

dry scalp routine

dry scalp routine

For dry, flaky, irritation-prone scalps. Cleanses without stripping, reduces flaking and restores the scalp's moisture barrier.

  1. Step 1 · Wash · $52.00

    purifying hair bath for dry scalp

    On dry hair, massage into the scalp, add water slowly to a creamy lather, leave a few minutes, rinse.

  2. Step 2 · Scalp treatment · You are here

    purifying hair lotion for dry scalp

    Shake well. On towel-dried hair, apply to the scalp in 2 cm sections. Leave 5 minutes. Do not rinse.

  3. Step 3 · Pre-wash · $64.00

    comforting scalp oil

    Before the next wash: apply to the scalp in 6 to 8 sections, massage, leave 5 minutes, emulsify, rinse.

How often: Hair bath twice a week for at least 5 to 6 washes. Lotion 2 to 3 times a week for 3 to 4 weeks, then 1 to 2 times a week.

What’s inside

Read it like a label: every active, where it grows and what it does.

Biodynamic

  • Rosemary Biodynamic

    Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil

  • Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract Biodynamic

Grown organically

  • Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract Organic

Upcycled

  • Prickly pear Upcycled

    Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

Essential oils

  • Bitter orange Essential oil

    Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil

Ozonated water

  • Water Ozonated
Full ingredient list (INCI)

Each mark says where an ingredient comes from. Tap one to see what it means and find it in the list.

Aqua/Water/EauOZ, Alcohol Denat.ND, GlycerinND, Polysorbate 20ND, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf OilBD/EO, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractO, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem ExtractUC, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf ExtractBD/EO, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel OilEO, Allantoin, Acetyl Methionine, Alpha-Glucan OligosaccharideND, InulinND, MentholND, Beta-CaryophylleneND, LinaloolND, Camphor, TerpineolND, PineneND, Alpha-TerpineneND, TerpinoleneND, LimoneneND, Linalyl AcetateND, Citric AcidND, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate

Where it comes from

The bottle is part of the formula

Every Oway bottle is glass and aluminium. No plastic means no leaching and no microplastics in your formula. Glass keeps out light, air and moisture, so the formula arrives as it left the lab.

About our packaging

Grown at Ortofficina

Our main actives grow at Ortofficina, our farm in the Bolognese hills, under biodynamic methods, and are harvested when each plant is at its most potent.

Visit Ortofficina

What customers say

Based on 20 reviews

★★★★★ Victoria

maintenance mode

finished the intensive phase now just using for maintenance.

★★★★★ Eric

use it twice a week and havent had a flare up in months

★★★★☆ Timothy

ok

works but wish it lasted longer. goes fast

Good to know

  • Complimentary shipping on orders over $80
  • Glass and aluminium packaging, no plastic
  • Also at Oway salons
Do I rinse it out?
No. Apply it to the scalp in sections after washing and conditioning, leave it 5 minutes, then style as usual.
How often should I use it?
For intensive care, 2 to 3 times a week for 3 to 4 weeks. To keep the scalp balanced once flakes are gone, 1 to 2 times a week.
Will it make my hair greasy or affect styling?
No. It absorbs without residue, so it won't weigh hair down or change how your hair styles.
Is it suitable for a sensitive scalp?
Yes. It is made for dry, flaky scalps that often feel tight or uncomfortable. Allantoin and prickly pear keep the scalp comfortable.
Why does scalp care matter?
The scalp is skin, and hair grows from it. A scalp that is balanced, neither oily nor tight, is the base for hair that looks fresh, light and full. That is why Oway’s scalp formulas care for the scalp first, then the lengths.
Is it vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes. It is vegan and cruelty-free, and free from silicones, sulfates, parabens, phthalates and mineral oils.

Which routine is right for me?

dry scalp purifying kit: for dry, flaky scalps. dry scalp routine: for dry, flaky, irritation-prone scalps.

What does it smell like?

Olfactory bouquet: rosemary, bergamot. The balsamic heart of rosemary joins the Mediterranean freshness of bergamot, for a deep purifying treatment that helps normalise the scalp.

About Oway

What is Agricosmetica®?

Agricosmetica® is how Oway makes cosmetics: actives from biodynamic and certified organic farming, selected with care and processed in a circular system that turns waste into resources, from the field to the bottle.

What is Ortofficina?

Ortofficina is Oway’s farm in the hills of Bologna, farmed with biodynamic methods since the early 2000s. Many of the botanical actives in Oway formulas are grown there and harvested when each plant is at its peak.

What does biodynamic mean?

Biodynamic farming treats the farm as one living system. It builds soil fertility with compost and crop rotation, uses no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides, and times sowing and harvest to natural cycles. Oway grows its biodynamic actives at Ortofficina and with a network of biodynamic growers.

Why glass and aluminium?

Glass keeps out light, air and moisture, so a formula keeps its purity, potency and freshness, and nothing leaches into it. Oway replaced plastic with recyclable glass and aluminium for its bottles, jars and tubes, to cut single-use plastic.

Where is Oway made?

In Italy. Oway was founded in Bologna in 1948 and still develops its formulas there, close to its farm, Ortofficina.

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