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As someone who relies on heat styling to perfect my hair, it's no secret that my scalp goes through the wringer. For years, I would prioritise the ends of my hair to avoid split ends, often forgetting that the scalp also takes the brunt of the damage. I used to think my scalp was very oily, but it turns out that I have a dry scalp that's overcompensating for my hair-care habits. My scalp was dry and flaky yet oily at the same time, all while feeling irritatingly itchy. To treat my imbalanced scalp, I would use clarifying shampoos, and it would dry out my scalp even more. Clearly, I was stuck in an endless cycle.
I've been a huge fan of Fable and Mane hair care ever since I tested out the Ayurvedic-inspired line. I'm obsessed with their bestselling HoliRoots Pre-Wash Hair Treatment Oil — it smells absolutely heavenly. In fact, the brand's HoliRoots Hair Mask won a Popsugar Beauty Award for the Best Hair Mask in Conscious Beauty. Their newest release, the SahaScalp Amla Soothing Serum, seemed like the perfect product for my scalp issues. Its goal is to nourish a dry, flaky scalp and soothe itchiness for a balanced and healthy scalp — it's exactly what I needed. So, I put it to the test. Keep reading for my in-depth review.