When it comes to your scalp, we believe in treating it with the same love and respect as the skin on your face. That’s why Care Taker Shampoo and Conditioner aren’t just dermatologist-approved—they’ve bagged the KIND TO BIOME certification too!
Translation? Science says they’re seriously good for your scalp’s microbiome, keeping it balanced, happy, and irritation-free.
To understand why this certification matters, we spoke to scalp health expert and trichologist Kate Holden MIT.
Skin microbiome-friendly hair products
Think of your scalp as having its own little ecosystem, teeming with good and bad bacteria that work together to keep things healthy. When this balance is disrupted—whether by harsh products, stress, or environmental factors—it can lead to dryness, irritation, flaking, and potentially even hair loss. In fact, we know that common scalp conditions such as dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis and psoriasis are linked to an imbalance, or dysbiosis, of this microbiome.
Benefits of KIND TO BIOME certification
The KIND TO BIOME seal isn’t just a fancy label—it’s backed by cutting-edge science. This independent certification assesses how hair products interact with the scalp’s beneficial and pathogenic microflora, ensuring they maintain a healthy balance to support an optimal environment for your hair to flourish.
To achieve certification, Care Taker went through a stringent four step protocol assessing the impact on both in-vitro strains which were grown in the lab and ex-vivo strains from human volunteers. This means that the testing isn’t just looking at individual
microbes in a petri-dish but assesses the impact on real-life scalp microbiomes.
Best sensitive scalp shampoo
Struggling with a dry, itchy, and sensitive scalp? Care Taker is formulated for scalps like yours.
The ultra-gentle shampoo and conditioner are unscented, sulphate-free, silicone-free, and paraben-free, making them perfect for all hair types—especially those in need of extra care.
Infused with oat extract and bisabolol, this calming duo works to hydrate, soothe, and protect sensitive scalps. Oat extract is rich in avenanthramides which are known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action, while delivering deep hydration and nourishment to the hair and scalp. Bisabolol is another super plant extract, helping to reduce redness, irritation, and discomfort—bringing relief to even eczema prone scalps.
pH-balanced hair products
If you have a sensitive scalp and delicate hair, you know it’s not just about irritation - buildup, dullness, and frizz can be just as frustrating.
One key factor? pH balance. Using a shampoo with the wrong pH can disrupt your scalp’s microbiome, leading to flyaways, tangles, and lacklustre hair. That’s why baby shampoo isn’t the solution for an irritated scalp—while it’s pH-neutral to prevent your eyes stinging, your scalp is naturally acidic at a pH of around 5.5. If you’ve been reaching for baby shampoo in desperation, it’s time to swap it out for a pH-balanced formula made for adults—your scalp will thank you!
Care Taker shampoo harnesses gentle, coconut-oil derived surfactants (cleansers) and chelating (detoxifying) ingredients to thoroughly cleanse and wash away build-up and oil. Meanwhile, glycerin and wheat amino acids work to hydrate, strengthen, and protect every strand.
Follow up with the unscented conditioner, packed with panthenol, coconut oil, and shea butter for deep nourishment, weightless shine, and silky-smooth softness—all without irritation.