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Ever wondered what happens inside a Korean spa session?

TOI Lifestyle Desk
| etimes.in | Last updated on - Sep 29, 2025, 19:54 IST
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The Korean hair spa treatment has gone viral!

The Koreans have been unstoppable when it comes to skin and hair care innovations. From glass skin and rice water to snail mucin, this beauty rabbit hole runs deep and the latest obsession is the Korean head spa treatment. Originally popular in Korea, it’s now making waves in India too. This indulgent ritual involves multiple steps and promises relaxation, rejuvenation, and nourishment. But what exactly happens during a session, and is it really worth spending ₹8,000? Let’s find out.

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What’s a Korean hair spa all about?

A Korean hair spa is specially designed, focusing on deep cleansing, nourishing, and revitalising the scalp and hair. It combines traditional Korean beauty philosophy with modern techniques and has customised formulations depending upon your scalp type and hair texture. It mainly consists of 15 steps and requires around 3.5 hours to complete.


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Why is scalp health so important?

Scalp health is important because it directly affects the growth, appearance, and overall health of our hair. Our scalp acts like the sole foundation and soaks in all the vitamins and minerals. An unhealthy scalp can damage hair follicles and impair the growth of your hair. A healthy scalp with active hair follicles also promotes the production of strong and healthy hair strands, which includes proper blood circulation and the transfer of nutrients, oxygen, and essential oils.
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What are the major steps covered?

Step 1: A customised scalp analysis, which determines the scalp type and deep issues of dryness, dandruff, hair loss, and oiliness.
Step 2: Deep cleansing and exfoliation to remove dead skin cells, product buildup, dandruff, and excess oil, which further unclogs the hair follicles.

Step 3: Scalp massage using techniques like acupressure and massage, which improve blood circulation, stimulate hair follicles, promote relaxation, provide stress relief, and relieve tension.
Step 4: Application of nutrient-rich masks, serums, and oils that are infused with traditional Korean herbal ingredients such as green tea, ginseng, mugwort, and more.

Step 5: Usage of steam therapy, which improves the overall absorption of the treatment and soothes the scalp as well.


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What are the expected results?

Korean hair spas offer a comprehensive and multi-step approach that beautifies your locks just in the moment but also fortifies and rejuvenates your scalp in the long run. In order to enjoy radiant and healthy future hair growth, one should surely opt for this. It leaves your scalp revitalised and your hair feeling very soft, thus, your post-spa routine should also be carefully curated.


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What to do post-treatment?

One should wait at least 24 hours to shampoo, as it allows the scalp and hair to absorb the nutrients and oils from the treatment for maximum benefit. Do not use heat styling tools like straighteners, curling irons, and even hot blow-dryers. Use a wide-toothed comb and gently detangle your locks to maintain a soft glow. Lastly, avoid tying your hair too tightly, and let those loose strands do the magic.


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