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clean ingredients

vegan

gluten free

cruelty free

synthetic fragrance free

color safe

formulated in california

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
7 Reviews

Calm It Down Scalp Serum

Calm It Down™️ is the first ever clinically effective scalp serum to soothe and nourish the scalp after exposure to hair dyes, relaxers or other chemicals. Cooling on contact, it also helps counteract the harmful effects of exposure to oxidative stress.

  • Naturally derived extracts relieve redness and irritation
  • Antioxidants help to protect the scalp and repair damage caused by oxidative stress
  • A clinically effective peptide stimulates melanin production, helping to maintain natural hair color
  • Formulated to be used before and after exposure to oxidative stress from hair dye or other chemical processes
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DESCRIPTION

 

Calm It Down™️ is the first ever clinically effective post-hair dye scalp serum that soothes, nourishes, and cools the scalp after exposure to hair dyes, relaxers, or other chemicals — while delivering antioxidants, extracts, and peptides to support scalp and hair health.

100% natural fragrance from cedar and sage.

Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic. Oil-free formula won't leave hair feeling greasy. Beneficial for all hair types.

USAGE

 

Shake well. Depending on hair thickness, fill 2-4 pipettes and apply directly to wet scalp after hair dyes or chemical treatments, working from the front hairline to the back starting at your natural part. Massage into the scalp. Follow with additional applications as needed.

For extra protection, apply Calm It Down™️ directly to the scalp 4-6 hours before chemical exposure.

INGREDIENTS

 

Water (Aqua), Avena Strigosa Seed Extract, Ononis Spinosa Root Extract, Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Palmitoyl Dipeptide-12, Tripeptide-79, Glycerin, Anetholea Anisata Leaf Extract, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 Amide, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Extract, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Flower Extract, Hydrolyzed Barley Protein, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Coffea Arabica (Coffee Seed Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycine Soja (Soybean) Germ Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum (Fo-Ti) Root Extract, Biotin, Caffeine, Wasabia Japonica Leaf Extract, Maltrodextrin, Schinus Terebinthifolia Seed Extract, Panthenol, Hydryoxyethylcellulose, Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer, Menthol, Butylene Glycol, Acetyl Tyrosine, Pentylene Glycol, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate

Contains: Sesame
Free of Sulfates, Parabens, Phthalates, Synthetic Fragrance, Polyethylene Glycol, Formaldehyde and Dyes

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clean ingredients

vegan

gluten free

cruelty free

synthetic fragrance free

color safe

formulated in california

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
7 Reviews

Proven Results

How It Works

Calm It Down Scalp Serum

  • Soothe

    Extracts from Brazilian pepper trees and Australian aniseed nettle relieve redness and irritation.
  • Relieve

    Pentasodium Tetracarboxymethyl Palmitoyl Dipeptide-12 (and) Tripeptide-79 help to relieve scalp stress and manage inflammation.
  • Stimulate

    A clinically efficacious peptide helps with repigmentation by stimulating the MC1-R (melanocortin 1 receptor).
  • Safeguard

    Antioxidants including Tangerine extract and Fo-Ti help reduce oxidative stress in the scalp.

How to Apply

Calm It Down™ is the first ever clinically effective post-hair dye scalp serum to soothe, reduce redness and counteract oxidative stress.

HOW TO USE:
  • After rinsing hair dye or other chemicals used on the scalp, follow with Wash shampoo and Smooth conditioner
  • After rinsing Smooth conditioner, comb the hair away from the face.
  • Shake Welll
  • Depending on hair thickness, fill 2-4 pipettes and apply directly to wet scalp, working from the front hairline to the back starting at your natural part.
  • Massage in with your finger tips. Do not rinse off.
  • Follow with additional applications as needed.
  • Air-dry or blow-dry to achieve desired style.
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 7 reviews
7 reviews
  • Josephine B.
    Verified Buyer
    Age Range 57-66
    Percentage Grey 30%+
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp, Less new grey hair, Improved texture, volume, shine
    How consistent are you with your usage? A few times a week
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    1 week ago
    Age Range 57-66
    Percentage Grey 30%+
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp, Less new grey hair, Improved texture, volume, shine
    How consistent are you with your usage? A few times a week
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Healthier hair

    It helps my scalp with less irritation. I also noticed my Grey hair was slower growing than without the treatment.

    Arey
    1 week ago

    Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review, Josephine! We're so happy to hear that Calm It Down™ has been effective in promoting a healthier scalp, reducing irritation and slowing down the graying process for you. We're so grateful to have you as a valued member of the Arey community and look forward to continuing to support your hair journey.

  • Stephanie C.
    Verified Buyer
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    1 month ago
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Love this serum!

    It really calms my scalp after chemical treatment. I uses it after hair dye for two days and my scalp felt so good, not irritated anymore. Highly recommend!

    Arey
    1 month ago

    Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review, Stephanie! We're thrilled to hear that our serum has been effective in soothing your scalp after chemical treatments and providing relief from irritation. We appreciate you being a valued member of the Arey community!

  • Carolyn P.
    Verified Buyer
    Age Range 57-66
    Percentage Grey 30%+
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How consistent are you with your usage? Every few weeks
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    2 months ago
    Age Range 57-66
    Percentage Grey 30%+
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How consistent are you with your usage? Every few weeks
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Calms my scalp down very well

    I liked it a lot!

    Arey
    2 months ago

    Hi Carolyn, thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that Calm It Down™ has been providing the soothing and calming benefits your scalp needs.

  • Stefanie Du B.
    Verified Buyer
    Age Range 35-46
    Percentage Grey 20%-30%
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How consistent are you with your usage? Every few weeks
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    2 months ago
    Age Range 35-46
    Percentage Grey 20%-30%
    What improvements have you noticed? (Optional) Healthier scalp
    How consistent are you with your usage? Every few weeks
    How long have you been using the product? <1 month
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Nice product

    I really like how I can feel my scalp relaxing after placing this product. Very good, would recommend for frequent hair dyers.

    Arey
    2 months ago

    Hi Stefanie, thank you so much for your review! We're thrilled to hear that you're loving the soothing and relaxing effects of Calm It Down™.

  • Kirsten R.
    Verified Reviewer
    4 months ago
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    My head is finally happy!

    I’m one of those “natural blondes” who was naturally super super blonde as a kid as is now doing everything she can to retain that color, despite not being a kid anymore ;)

    My regular highlights look great, but sometimes leave my scalp tingly, itchy and (gasp) scabby. Arey’s serum told my scalp ‘you need to calm down’ faster than a T Swift chorus. And calm down it did! No more redness, no more itching, and not a scab in sight. Now I can get back to living my best blonde self. 💛💛💛

    Arey
    4 months ago

    Hi Kirsten, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled that our serum has helped soothe your scalp and alleviate the irritation and discomfort you were experiencing after your regular highlights. We're so glad our products have helped you get back to living your best blonde self with confidence and comfort. Thank you for being a part of the Arey community and sharing your positive experience!

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FAQs

No. Calm It Down™ is designed to be left on the scalp to allow full absorption of the key scalp-soothing and nourishing ingredients. We recommend waiting 10 minutes after applying Calm It Down™ before blow drying. When applying Calm It Down™ before a color or chemical treatment, make sure it has 4-6 hours to fully absorb into your scalp skin.

Yes. Calm It Down™ is a clean, water-based serum that is formulated for all hair and scalp types. It delivers ingredients that are beneficial for your hair and scalp health.

Calm It Down™ is formulated without oil or fragrance and will not leave hair feeling weighed down or greasy.

Yes. Calm It Down™ contains Arey’s Mela-9™ complex, which is a combination of antioxidants, extracts and a clinically effective peptide. Mela-9™ complex creates an environment for healthy hair growth while Calm It Down™ combats hair damage caused by oxidative stress by decreasing free radical buildup.

Yes. Calm It Down™ contains Arey’s Mela-9™ complex, which is a combination of antioxidants, extracts and a clinically effective peptide. Mela-9™ complex provides proactive ingredients that help preserve existing pigment (your natural hair color) and boost future pigment production to reduce new grey hair growth. Consistency is key to seeing results, so here’s how we recommend using Calm It Down™ to delay grey hair:

- Use Calm It Down™ daily until your scalp is soothed and calm.

- Use Calm It Down™ for a few days post coloring and then switch to using To The Root™ twice daily to maintain your optimum scalp health, prevent, slow, and repigment grey hair, as well as stimulate hair growth and thickness.

For even better results with hair growth, health and repigmentation, we recommend taking our daily hair health nutritional supplement Not Today, Grey.

If your scalp still feels like it needs more soothing or conditioning, you can safely use Calm It Down™ for as many days as needed after your hair dye or chemical application.

Yes. Calm It Down™ is formulated to relieve oxidative stress caused by all types of hair dye or chemical treatments that have prolonged contact with your scalp skin.

Yes. To protect your scalp from potential irritation, you can use Calm It Down™ 4-6 hours before applying hair dye to your scalp. The product will safely absorb into your scalp skin but won’t affect your color results. That’s because Calm It Down™ does not prevent the hair color from effectively penetrating your hair strand as normal.

Here’s how we recommend using Calm It Down™ and To The Root™ for your best hair and scalp health:

- Use Calm It Down™ daily until your scalp is soothed and calm.

- Use Calm It Down™ for a few days post coloring and then switch to using To The Root™ twice daily to maintain your optimum scalp health and boost your hair health.

Calm It Down™ and To The Root™ both contain our Mela-9™ Complex. To The Root™ is designed to be used twice daily, is lightweight, and adds volume. Calm It Down™ can also be used daily and is intended to soothe irritation, hydrate, and condition the scalp as needed.

Calm It Down™ is a water-based serum that nourishes and cools your scalp to protect it from exposure to hair dyes, relaxers, or other chemicals. You can effectively use Calm It Down™ to soothe your scalp skin in two easy ways:

1. Apply Calm It Down™ to your scalp before coloring or chemically treating your hair – gently massage 2-4 pipettes of Calm It Down™ into your scalp skin 4-6 hours before coloring or chemically treating your hair. This helps protect your scalp from irritation.

2. Apply Calm It Down™ to your scalp after coloring or chemically treating your hair – first rinse your hair dye or chemical treatment, then shampoo and condition as normal. Next, apply 2-4 pipettes of Calm It Down™ directly to your scalp and massage it in with your fingertips. There’s no need to rinse. Calm It Down™ is quickly absorbed into your scalp to soothe any irritation and boost your hair health with Arey’s Mela-9™ complex.

You can continue to use Calm It Down™ once daily for several days for continued soothing and nourishing effects on your scalp.

No. Calm It Down™ is not formulated to be added to hair dye. It is designed to be applied to the scalp before or after on-scalp hair color or chemical treatments.

It depends on how much of your scalp gets exposed to dye with each application. If the dye touches 50% or less of your roots, Calm It Down™ should last you about 5-7 post-dye applications. If you use dye on your whole head, Calm It Down™ should last for about 3-5 post-dye applications.

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