This Is the Scalp Massager That Improved My Hair-Care Routine (2024)

Best Overall: Ceremonia Scalp Masajeador

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This Ceremonia Scalp Masajeador is our top pick for anyone interested in starting a head massage routine. The tool’s flexible silicone fingers get right to the root of your hair, lifting sebum away from your scalp and providing an invigorating massage that our tester says helped boost her baby-hair growth after some dreaded postpartum shedding. The fingers are firm but flexible, making them much more comfortable than a cheaper, harder option she had previously tried. Team the massager with your favorite shampoo or scrub, or copy our tester and add a hair-growth serum. A few drops of the Ceremonia Aceite de Moska Pre-Shampoo Scalp and Hair Oil can help supercharge its scalp-soothing, growth-boosting effects. Once you’re done, hang it in your bathroom to dry using the attached string loop.

Best for Relaxation: HairStory Massaging Scalp Brush

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We all know stress isn’t good for the body—scalp and hair included. In fact, too much stress has been linked to hair loss. Our tester, who was experiencing stress-related shedding, found that using this Hair Story massager tool as a regular part of her self-care routine really helped. She reached for it after washing and applying a leave-in conditioner and says that the silicone fingers have plenty of give but are firm enough to apply the perfect amount of pressure, invigorating the scalp while potentially soothing the nervous system. Tiffany Young, MS, a certified trichologist and founder of Thin Hair Thick, is a fan of the “immediate tactile benefits” of massager tools and recommends using one daily as a relaxing ritual.

Best for Dandruff: Flatehead Hair Scalp Massager

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Most Gentle: Grow Gorgeous Scalp Massage Tool

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For a scalp massager you’ll want to reach for on a near-daily basis, comfort is key. Dr. Han recommends looking for a tool that’s flexible and won’t tangle or tug on hair, like this gentle option from Grow Gorgeous. Made with soft-touch, slim fingers designed to effortlessly target the scalp and hair root, it buffs away impurities, stimulates circulation, and distributes natural sebum down the hair shaft to effectively condition strands.

Most Lightweight: Briogeo Scalp Revival Stimulating Therapy Massager

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Dr. Young likes this lightweight, silicone-tipped massager from Briogeo, which has long fingers to reach the scalp without disrupting the hair follicle. “You are not treating the hair shaft so try to avoid it as best as possible and aim directly for the scalp,” she says. The ergonomic design also includes a string loop, so you can hang it up to dry once you’re done, keeping the massager clean and mold-free.

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Best Electric Scalp Massager: Comfier Electric Cordless Hair Scalp Massager

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Although there’s a lot to be said for a handheld tool, or even just your regular ol’ fingers, an electrical scalp massager can make the whole process more efficient. This one from Comfier, for example, comes with 84 individual nodes, all adequately spaced to maximize stimulation without causing hair tangles. Four speed settings allow you to find the right pressure for your preference and it’s even waterproof for convenient use in the shower or bath.

Best Purifying: Leonor Greyl Scalp Massager

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If your hair gets greasy quickly and you want to extend the time between wash days, a scalp massager can help. Leonor Greyl’s tool helps lather shampoo while gently lifting sebum, flakes, and product buildup away from the scalp, helping you get a deeper, more effective cleanse. After rinsing, your scalp will look and feel squeaky clean. You can also use it with dry shampoo or dry shampoo powder to help absorb oiliness and lift your roots, preserving your style for longer.

Best for Stimulating Growth: Vegamour GRO Scalp Massager

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Hair wellness brand Vegamour is famous for growth formulas, so it makes sense that it also offers a scalp massager. With its easy-grip design and soft silicone fingers, this option helps you work hair-growth shampoos into the scalp and aids absorption. It’s important to note that new growth takes time, so stay consistent with your massaging routine and you should see results in around six months, according to our experts.

Best Scalp Massaging Comb: Wildling Beauty Empress Gua Sha Stimulating Scalp Comb

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Gua Sha fans will love this scalp massaging comb designed by the natural beauty experts at Wildling Beauty. Its flat and curved edges can help with improving blood circulation. You can also apply it to the neck to tackle any areas of tension. “My tip is to use it while in a forward fold,” says Glamour tester Naomi Edwards, a certified Ayurvedic practitioner and founder of Hillabrant Holistics. “The blood rushes toward your head, which aids the comb as it boosts circulation, which can help stimulate hair growth.”

Best for Fine Hair: Aveda Scalp Solutions Stimulating Scalp Massager

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Fine hair is more prone to tangles and breakage than thicker hair types, so it needs a little more TLC. This scalp massager from Aveda has long, ultrathin, flexible bristles that target the scalp and hair roots without any tugging, making it a great choice for fine, fragile locks. Pair it with volume-enhancing shampoos or fine hair oils. One of our favorite fine hair products is the Oribe Serene Scalp Thickening Treatment Spray, which helps instantly plump hair at the root, giving the appearance of more voluminous locks.

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