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pre wash oil

Pre-Wash Scalp Detox

Lightweight pre-wash scalp treatment that dissolves buildup, balances oil production, and calms irritation before cleansing

5.0 3 reviews
$59.00Default Title
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A pre-wash step, not another leave-in oil. The featherlight oil blend works into buildup at the root, then turns milky and lifts away the moment water hits it — so your shampoo can do the rest.

FOR

Oily roots Flat by day two Visible buildup Weekly reset

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  • Free shipping over $75
  • Ships next business day
  • Cruelty-free

Benefits

A better wash day starts before shampoo.

  • Soften dry flakes and loosen oily residue before cleansing.
  • Help a dry-feeling scalp feel more comfortable before washing.
  • Condition brittle-feeling lengths so they feel softer and easier to handle.
  • Leave hair looking smoother and shinier after your wash routine.
  • With jojoba, black seed and tamanu oils to condition scalp and hair before shampooing.

Ingredients

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Nigella Sativa Seed Oil, Azadirachta Indica Seed Oil, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Bisabolol, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Cedrus Atlantica Bark Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil.

How to use

  1. Apply directly to a dry scalp before shampooing.
  2. Massage gently for 3–5 minutes.
  3. Leave on for 20–30 minutes, or overnight if preferred.
  4. Emulsify with a little water, then shampoo thoroughly. Use 1–2 times weekly.
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WHY IT WORKS

Built to release.

Not to cling.

Lightweight botanical oils that loosen buildup at the root, and a plant-derived emulsifier that rinses it all away.

Featherlight carriers
  • RICE BRAN
  • SUNFLOWER
  • JOJOBA

01.

Featherlight carriers

Rice bran, sunflower and jojoba spread evenly and loosen buildup without weighing hair down.

The clarifying trio
  • BLACK SEED
  • NEEM
  • TAMANU

02.

The clarifying trio

Traditional botanical oils behind the formula's scalp-clarifying feel, with rosemary, lavender and cedarwood.

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
  • EMULSIFY
  • RINSE
  • NO RESIDUE

03.

Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate

The plant-derived emulsifier that turns the oil milky with water, so it lifts away instead of clinging to strands.

Woman applying hair oil to her hair with a dropper, next to a bottle of DAP hair oil.

Ritual tip

A weekly reset, not a daily step — 1–2 times a week is enough for most scalps.

Your ritual

How to use it.

  • 01

    Apply to a dry scalp

    Section hair and apply directly to the scalp, hairline to crown.

  • 02

    Massage

    Use fingertips — not nails — for 3–5 minutes.

  • 03

    Leave on

    20–30 minutes, or overnight if you prefer.

  • 04

    Shampoo

    Emulsify with a little water, then shampoo thoroughly.

  • 01

    Pre-Wash Scalp Detox

    Massage into a dry scalp and leave on before washing.

  • 02

    Volumising Shampoo

    Lather at the roots, work through to the ends and rinse.

  • 03

    Scalp + Length Conditioner

    Focus on mid-lengths and ends, leave 1–2 minutes, rinse cool.

Complete the ritual

Better together.

Common questions.

Is this suitable for an oily scalp?
Yes — it's formulated for oily roots and everyday buildup, helping the scalp feel lighter between washes.
Will this make my hair greasier?
No. Unlike a leave-in oil, it fully emulsifies and rinses out when you shampoo.
Is it safe for colour-treated hair?
It's applied to the scalp, not the lengths, and contains no bleach or ammonia. If your scalp is sensitised, patch test first.
How often should I use it?
1–2 times a week for most people. It's a weekly reset, not a daily step.
How long does one bottle last?
At 1–2 uses a week, most people get roughly 2–3 months from a 100ml bottle.
Is it cruelty-free and made in Australia?
Yes — every DAP product is cruelty-free and made in Sydney.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.

Customer photo review of Pre-Wash Scalp Detox

Love the Hair ritual, especially the pre wash oil. I had a very oily scalp and have been noticing my hair not at all gets oily after 1 or 2 days. I have been using this oil and Dap shampoo and conditioner for around 5 weeks now. Lovely products 😍

Glenda W. 5/5

Pre-Wash Scalp Detox

I have seen less hair fall within days since I started applying this oil twice a week before I shampoo. Highly recommend this product to anyone who would like to improve their hair care routine :)

Bella T. 5/5

Pre-Wash Scalp Detox

Love this product. My hair has definitely thickened with growth since using this product. My hairdresser actually asked me what I was doing as she noticed how healthy my hair has become . ❤️

Sharon R. 5/5

Pre-Wash Scalp Detox