{"product_id":"scalp-essential","title":"MD® Scalp Essential — Anti-Aging Scalp Serum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy-looking hair starts with a calm, clean scalp.\u003c\/strong\u003e Itch, flakes, and excess oil make the scalp a poor environment for the hair you have. MD\u003csup\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e Scalp Essential is a leave-in, zero-grease serum formulated by Dr. Susan Lin, M.D. to cleanse the look of follicles, soothe the appearance of irritation, and prep the scalp — including before and after hair-transplant procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:14px;margin:0 0 22px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2724\/8680\/files\/Itchy_Scalp_000033315700_Medium_0f55cc81-3b95-47bd-ad00-a12df1fb8542.jpg?v=1783656934\" alt=\"Itchy, flaky scalp that MD Scalp Essential is designed to soothe\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:10px;display:block;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2724\/8680\/files\/caffeine_761eb1db-e256-44a6-8ffb-451027cac193.jpg?v=1783656772\" alt=\"Caffeine energizes the follicle environment in MD Scalp Essential\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:10px;display:block;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe science in the bottle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMandelic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e exfoliates gently (a larger molecule than glycolic, so it works without the sting), \u003cstrong\u003ecaffeine\u003c\/strong\u003e refreshes the follicle environment, and \u003cstrong\u003elilac stem cell extract\u003c\/strong\u003e with CLA glutathione helps soothe the look of the scalp and support a balanced-feeling scalp environment behind many flaky, itchy scalps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTested for sensitive scalps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvaluated at Medcin Instituto under GCP and Helsinki-compliant protocols; a 50-subject repeat-insult patch test (RIPT) graded it \u003cstrong\u003ehypoallergenic and non-sensitizing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply to the scalp 2–3 times per week (or daily for oily scalps), massage in, leave on. No rinse, no residue — it also works as a cleaner-feeling alternative to dry shampoo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I use it after a hair transplant?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — this is one of its signature uses. Mandelic acid is gentler than glycolic on healing skin, and the serum helps keep grafts' environment clean. Follow your surgeon's timeline for when to resume topicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it a shampoo?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it's a leave-in serum. Keep your normal wash routine (ideally the MD Revitalizing Treatment Shampoo) and use Scalp Essential between washes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs it drug- and hormone-free?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. No minoxidil, no steroids, no hormones — safe to combine with any regimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhen will I feel a difference?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eItch and flake relief typically comes in 1–2 weeks; scalp-environment benefits for the look of density build over 3–6 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does it fit the MD HAIR™ system?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's Step 1 of the 3-step MD HAIR™ Restoration Kit: calm the scalp (Scalp Essential) → condition the follicles (Follicle Energizer) → nourish from within (Nutri Hair).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhysician-formulated by Dr. Susan Lin, M.D. · Hypoallergenic (50-subject RIPT) · Made in USA · We create beauty through advanced science™\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MD Hair","offers":[{"title":"60 ml","offer_id":52065485553960,"sku":"SE60","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2724\/8680\/files\/MD-Scalp-Essential-Caffeine-Hair-Serum.jpg?v=1785869212","url":"https:\/\/mdhair.com\/fr\/products\/scalp-essential","provider":"MD HAIR™","version":"1.0","type":"link"}