By now, most skincare-obsessed folk understand and appreciate the importance of regular facial. However, the majority of hair care is still relegated to the hair strands, with scalp care limited to shampoos and the occasional hot oil massage.  A new treatment trend is challenging this by propagating a multi-step cleansing and nourishing routine for your scalp. Known as scalp facials, these routines target the build-up of environmental pollution and residue from styling products and hair colour on the scalp, while also moisturising and nourishing the skin, explains Dr Rinky Kapoor, a cosmetic dermatologist at The Esthetic Clinic.

Avoid scalp facials if you have severe dandruff or scalp infections