Special Focus on the Scalp

By Dr. med. Christine Schrammek-Drusio and Dr. Christina Drusio

Dermatologists and Managing Directors, Dr. med. Christine Schrammek Kosmetik GmbH

Scalp Care as a Professional Field

Hair is one of the most important attributes of beauty. Hair loss and scalp problems can therefore cause significant emotional distress. With the right expertise and advanced training, beauty professionals can establish themselves as trusted experts in the growing field of scalp care.

Around 80 percent of men will experience some form of hair loss during their lifetime. Women, too, are increasingly affected. Only a healthy, balanced scalp can ensure that hair remains thick and vibrant. Just as plants depend on the quality of soil for growth, hair depends on the scalp. A well-nourished scalp allows hair to grow strong and beautiful. For this reason, the scalp deserves the same level of care as facial skin.

In the treatment room, professionals see scalp conditions directly and are therefore in a unique position to offer clients valuable solutions. Yet in everyday life, scalp care is often neglected — a surprising fact, considering that clients typically respond quickly to skin problems elsewhere with corrective measures.

Why the Scalp Belongs in Skin Care

For hair problems, clients often turn to conditioners and styling products, which provide only limited, short-term improvement from the outside. Encouragingly, the scalp is receiving increasing attention in professional care and consumer awareness.

A key influence in this development is the “skinification” trend, particularly from the United States. The concept is simple: treat the scalp with the same care as the face. Ingredients long used in skincare, such as ceramides or millet extract, can also support the scalp and benefit the hair.

Scalp health is influenced by many factors: age, hormonal and nutritional status, medical conditions, medications, lifestyle, and genetics. In addition, it is constantly exposed to external stressors such as frequent washing, blow-drying, styling products, and UV radiation.

When Hair Becomes Thinner

One of the main concerns is hair loss. Losing 80 to 100 hairs per day is normal, but anything beyond this may indicate a problem. The most common forms of hair loss are:

• Androgenetic alopecia (AGA): hereditary hair loss caused by sensitivity of the hair follicles to testosterone (dihydrotestosterone). In men, this often begins with a receding hairline or bald spots as early as puberty, and usually progresses in the 30s and 40s. In women, it typically manifests between the ages of 20 and 40 as diffuse thinning, especially along the parting.

• Diffuse hair loss (telogen effluvium): a widespread shedding caused by disruptions in the hair growth cycle. The hair becomes visibly thinner, with causes ranging from hormonal changes (post-pregnancy, stopping the pill), nutritional deficiencies, stress, or thyroid disorders.

• Alopecia areata: patchy hair loss caused by autoimmune processes, leading to circular bald spots. It can occur at any age, with peaks in the 20s and 30s. The condition often has an unpredictable course.

Other frequent issues include an aging scalp, dryness, dandruff, sensitivity, and oxidative stress — all of which can negatively impact hair vitality.

Understanding the Hair Growth Cycle

Hair grows about 1 cm per month and follows a long, complex cycle:

• Anagen phase (growth phase): 2–6 years

• Catagen phase (transition phase): 2–3 weeks

• Telogen phase (resting and shedding phase): 6–14 weeks

Because this cycle is much longer than the skin renewal process, treatments require patience. Improvements in hair density or scalp condition often only become visible after three to six months.

Current Treatments and Their Limits

Many medical and cosmetic treatments for hair loss exist — from medications and surgery to mesotherapy and topical stimulants. However, medications often have significant side effects, surgical approaches are invasive and costly, and minimally invasive methods can be painful and inconsistent in results.

This highlights the need for natural, effective, and well-tolerated alternatives in professional beauty practice.

Green Peel® Herbal Peeling for the Scalp

Here, Green Peel® Herbal Peeling offers a unique and proven solution. Developed over 60 years ago by Dr. med. Christine Schrammek, this purely plant-based method is internationally recognized for its ability to regenerate the skin naturally.

Applied to the scalp, the carefully selected herbal blend stimulates blood circulation, enhances nutrient supply to the hair roots, and activates renewal processes. This makes Green Peel® an ideal treatment for:

• Weak, thinning, or lifeless hair

• Diffuse or stress-related hair loss

• Irritated, itchy, or unbalanced scalp

• Clients seeking natural, plant-based solutions

With regular treatments, hair can regain vitality, and the scalp becomes healthier and more resilient.

Supporting Scalp Vitality

In addition to in-salon treatments, scalp tonics and home care products complement professional applications. Modern formulations enriched with active ingredients such as caffeine, biotin, rosemary, or plant proteins support the activity of the hair root and improve scalp condition. Panthenol, fermented rice water, and antioxidants help counteract oxidative stress and scalp aging, while natural actives can even delay premature greying.

Professional Perspective

Scalp and hair treatments are an emerging field of opportunity for beauty professionals. By incorporating Green Peel® Herbal Peeling for Hair, salons can expand their service portfolio, address a growing client demand, and position themselves as true experts in scalp health.

📸 See the results in our Before & After images, demonstrating how Green Peel® revitalizes the scalp and supports healthy hair growth.

With its proven results, natural composition, and long-standing reputation, Green Peel® represents both a professional advantage for the therapist and a valuable, visible improvement for the client.