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Betaine
Betaine
A gentle conditioning active that helps soften the cleanse and support a more comfortable scalp feel.
STEP 8 OF 8 IN THE SENSITIVE RESET RITUAL
The Tender : Sensitive Scalp Shampoo
sensitive scalp gentle shampoo
A gentle shampoo for reactive scalps that cleans without stripping, softens the hair, and leaves the scalp feeling calm and comfortable from the first wash.
$30
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Made fresh once you order
- Dispatched within 2 working days
- Free US shipping over $75
Made fresh for you once you order · dispatched within 2 working days.
On the hair and scalp
What this formula brings
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Gentle cleanse for reactive scalps
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Soft lather, clean rinsing feel
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Hair feels soft, balanced, comfortable
Why this exists
Sensitive scalps are often made worse by the very cleansers meant to keep them comfortable. High surfactant systems can strip the scalp too aggressively, leaving it tight, reactive, and more likely to feel unsettled between washes. Fragrance components are another common source of sensitivity, so this formula takes the opposite approach : a mild cleansing base, a conditioning active to support softness, and a fragrance profile verified against the full EU allergen-labelling list. Built with betaine, hydrolysed wheat protein, and organic plum and linden flower extracts, it is designed to cleanse cleanly while respecting the scalp's comfort and the hair's feel. Dermatological testing and natural certification sit alongside a deliberately restrained formula philosophy.
Inside the formula
The key actives
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Hydrolysed Wheat Protein
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Helps hair feel smoother and temporarily reinforces the hair shaft after washing.
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Plum Fruit Extract
Prunus Domestica (Plum) Fruit Extract
Contributes antioxidant-rich support that complements the formula's calming wash experience.
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Linden Flower Extract
Tilia Cordata (Linden) Flower Extract
Brings a soothing botanical profile that supports comfort on reactive scalps.
On the hair and scalp
The lather is soft rather than forceful. It rinses cleanly without leaving the scalp feeling stripped. Hair is left feeling balanced and touchably soft.
Where this sits
Your place in The Sensitive Reset Ritual
From first cleanse to final seal, this is step 8 of 8 in the full Sensitive Reset Ritual : the gentle shampoo that resets reactive scalps without stripping.
- Step 1The Melt Sensitive Oil-To-Milk Cleanser
- Step 2The Purity Sensitive Skin Cleanser
- Step 3The Silk Nourishing Cleansing Milk
- Step 4The Rose Fragrance-Free Rose Hydrating Toner
- Step 5The Soft Reset Retinol Alternative Serum
- Step 6The Calm Sensitive Daily Moisturiser
- Step 7The Quiet Sensitive Overnight Cream
- Step 8The Tender Sensitive Scalp ShampooYou are here
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The application
How to use this
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Apply to wet hair
Work a small amount into thoroughly wet hair and scalp. The formula is designed to cleanse gently, so a little goes a long way.
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Massage lightly
Use your fingertips to massage the scalp with minimal pressure, then allow the lather to move through the lengths as you rinse.
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Rinse thoroughly
Rinse until the water runs clear and the scalp feels free of residue. Repeat only if your hair or scalp needs an additional cleanse.
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Follow with your ritual
Continue with the next step in your ritual as needed. If your lengths are dry, add conditioner or a treatment after cleansing.
What to expect
On the hair, over time
Day 1
The scalp feels calm and comfortable after washing, with less of the tight or stinging sensation common to harsher cleansers. Hair feels soft and clean without a heavy residue.
Week 1
Between-wash reactivity may feel reduced, and the scalp can begin to feel more settled overall. The cleanse remains gentle, with a balanced feel after each wash.
Week 4
With continued use, the scalp's baseline comfort can feel more consistent through your wash cycle. Hair should continue to feel soft, clean, and lightly supported.
The deeper detail
The formulation, the provenance, the standard
Formulation
The cleansing base combines Sodium Coco-Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, and Coco-Glucoside in a balanced system that produces even foam without the irritation potential of high-concentration single-surfactant formulas. Betaine, the conditioning active derived from sugar beet, is present at a meaningful concentration after the surfactant system, reinforcing the gentle character of the cleanse. Glyceryl Oleate provides additional emollient buffering that reduces the stripping effect during the wash step.
Prunus Domestica (Plum) Fruit Extract, certified from organic farming, contributes antioxidant and soothing polyphenols that support the scalp's natural repair response. Tilia Cordata (Linden) Flower Extract, also organically sourced, has longstanding use in calming applications for reactive skin: it contains flavonoids and mucilaginous compounds that reduce the inflammatory response at the scalp surface. Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein provides the temporary structural reinforcement of the hair shaft that makes the hair feel noticeably stronger and smoother after each wash. Jasminum Officinale (Jasmin) Extract rounds out the botanical complex. Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate provides natural preservation that supports the formula's natural certification without compromising stability.
Provenance
A small-batch boutique skincare house, made to order. Every bottle is formulated and filled within two working days of your order, then dispatched from the fulfilment centre closest to you : our European facility for United Kingdom and European Union customers, our United States facility for North American customers. Because every bottle is bottled to order, what arrives at your door is at the peak of its actives : nothing has been sitting against light, heat, or oxygen for months. Two-day production is the price of formulation freshness, and the boutique standard we hold ourselves to.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. Dermatologically tested. Allergen Label Free. Natural certified (Ecocert COSMOS Natural).
From our community
Reviews and reflections
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Verified
does the job
Thick wavy hair, grumpy scalp. This keeps things calm and the waves look neater. Lather's light, rinse is clean, no drama.
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Verified
nice
Mild. Makes my straight hair smoother and shiny.
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works for my scalp
Allergen-free which was the point. My scalp's happy. Do need extra conditioner on the ends though, hair's a bit dry otherwise.
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actually calmed my scalp
Reactive scalp and honestly most shampoos set it off. This one's been kinder. Gentle wash, doesn't leave me tight my roots and by week two my hair was easier to comb and the ends looked less chaotic. The rinse is clean without that tight feeling. I've stuck with it because it just works for me and my hair looks less frazzled overall.
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Verified
scalp feels settled
First wash my scalp wasn't prickly. No scent bothering me.
Every OVESSI order is prepared once you place it. Your order is filled, sealed and labelled for you, then dispatched within 2 working days. Nothing waits on a warehouse shelf.
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- ○ 2-day dispatch
- →UK 3 to 7 / EU 5 to 10 / US 2 to 5 days
In case you wondered
Frequently asked
Is this shampoo suitable for a sensitive scalp?
Yes. It is formulated specifically for reactive scalps, with a gentle surfactant system and no fragrance-signal compounds that require EU allergen labelling.
Will it strip my hair or scalp?
It is designed to cleanse without the harsh stripped feeling often caused by stronger shampoos. Betaine and glyceryl oleate help keep the wash feeling balanced.
Can I use it every day?
If your hair and scalp prefer frequent cleansing, it can be used as part of a morning or night ritual. As always, adjust frequency to suit your own scalp comfort.
Does it contain fragrance?
It has a fragrance profile, but it has been verified against the full EU allergen-labelling list and carries no compound that requires declaration.
Is it suitable for coloured or treated hair?
The formula is gentle, but how it suits treated hair can depend on your hair's condition and other products in your ritual. If your lengths are delicate, follow with a conditioner or treatment.
When will my order arrive?
We start preparing your bottle once your order is placed and dispatch within 2 business days. From dispatch, delivery is UK 3 to 7 business days, EU 5 to 10 business days, US 2 to 5 business days.
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