Your guide to choosing the perfect targeted scalp treatment
Healthy hair starts at the root, literally. Scalp concerns like irritation, thinning, dandruff, or breakage can disrupt hair growth, shine, and manageability. Thankfully, Kérastase has developed powerful scalp cure treatments that target specific issues so your scalp is balanced, nourished, and ready to support your best hair.
Below, we break down three standout scalp cures, what they do, and who they’re best for 👇
Densifique Densifying Scalp Cure
Best for: Thin or shedding hair needing density support
This is a more targeted anti-hair-loss cure for scalps experiencing true thinning or loss, helping improve both scalp quality and hair density. With a combination of Rhamnose, Stemoxidine and collagen-supporting ingredients, it helps hair stay anchored and can visibly boost the look of fullness.
Why it works:
- Helps to reduce hair loss and protect from oxidative stress
- Improves the strength and flexibility of the hair fibres
- Leaves hair feeling thicker, shinier and stronger
Who should choose it:
- Anyone concerned about their hair thinning
- Anyone whose hair seems less dense over time
- Anyone who is looking to prioritize scalp health and hair growth
The ingredients and what they do:
The key ingredients in the Densifique Cure work together to support long-term hair density by improving the environment around the follicle.
Rhamnose helps improve scalp quality by supporting collagen and elasticity around the hair root. Think of it as helping create a healthier, more flexible environment where hair can grow stronger and stay anchored longer.
Stemoxydine helps encourage follicles to remain in the anagen phase — the active growth stage of the hair cycle. As we age, this growth phase shortens, which leads to finer, less dense hair over time. By extending this phase, hair has more opportunity to grow fuller and thicker.
Together, these ingredients help create optimal conditions for stronger, denser-looking hair from the root.
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Genesis Scalp Cure Anti-Chute (Anti-Hair Loss Support)
Best For: Scalps prone to hair fall due to breakage and thinning
This treatment looks beyond just the scalp to support hair that’s falling due to breakage or weakness. It uses powerful active ingredients that help to reinforce hair from the root, making strands feel thicker and more resilient.
Why it works:
- Intensely fortifies hair where it is most fragile
- Encourages stronger, thicker-looking hair
- Helps reduce hair fall caused by breakage
Who should choose it:
- Anyone noticing more hair in the shower or in your brush
- Anyone whose hair feels weak or fine at the roots
- Anyone who is looking to strengthen their hair alongside scalp care
The ingredients and what they do:
The hero ingredient in this cure is Aminexil, one of the most studied ingredients used for hair loss support.
Over time, collagen around the hair follicle can begin to harden — often referred to as “bad collagen.” This tightening effect can slowly restrict the follicle, making hair weaker at the root and more likely to shed.
Aminexil works by helping prevent this collagen from stiffening, keeping the follicle environment soft and flexible. This allows hair to remain properly anchored in the scalp, helping reduce hair fall and support stronger, longer-lasting growth.
This process is especially important during periods of stress, hormonal change, aging, perimenopause, menopause, or lifestyle shifts that can trigger increased shedding.
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Genesis Scalp Cure Apaisante (Sensitive Scalp Relief)
Best for: Sensitive, irritated, uncomfortable, or aging scalps
If your scalp feels itchy, reactive, tight, or just not like it used to, this is your reset button. This cure calms discomfort, restores suppleness, and helps reduce visible signs of sensitivity so your scalp feels balanced and comfortable again.
But this isn’t just about soothing — it’s also about long-term scalp quality.
Why it works:
- Targets itchiness and visible inflammation
- Hydrates and soothes the scalp
- Strengthens the scalp against oxidative stress
- Supports density in aging scalp
Who should choose it:
- Anyone whose scalp feels tight or uncomfortable
- Anyone noticing age-related changes in scalp quality
- Anyone whose density is slowly declining due to aging
- Anyone who wants overall scalp comfort
The ingredients and what they do:
The Genesis Cure Apaisante is powered by PS21 and Rhamnose, two actives that work on both comfort and long-term scalp vitality.
Rhamnose helps improve scalp quality and elasticity. As we age, scalp firmness and collagen behaviour change, which can impact density over time. Rhamnose supports a healthier, more resilient scalp environment — placing this cure in the anti-aging category, not just the sensitive category.
PS21 works as a soothing, follicle-supporting active. It helps calm inflammation while also supporting follicle strength over time — similar in concept to growth-supporting technology, but formulated specifically for reactive scalps.
Together, they create a balanced, calm foundation at the root — which is essential for stronger, healthier-looking hair growth long term.
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How to use these Scalp Cures
All of these treatments are applied directly to the scalp 2-3x a week, either on dry or towel-dried hair. Gently massage the product into your scalp with your fingertips and leave it in. Do not rinse out – they’re designed to work while you go throughout your day.
Pro Tip: Diagnose First
Not sure which scalp cure you need? Start with how your scalp feels, hair concerns you’re noticing (sensitivity, thinning, dandruff, breakage), and your lifestyle (stress, hormonal changes, sudden lifestyle changes). From there, pick your cure, and pair it with the cure’s lineup shampoo or conditioner for even better results!
Still Have Questions?
If you have any questions, please feel free to leave a comment, dm @nicolepommehair or reach out to our team. We’re always here to help! [email protected]. Please allow up to 7 days for replies to DMs on Instagram.
Nicole Pidherny
Master Stylist & Founder
Nicole Pidherny, the owner of Pomme Salon, wanted to create not only a hair salon, but also a beauty hub for clients and residents in the city.
