Your scalp's in for a treat.

An itchy, flaky scalp can be frustrating. We get it. You're in the right place.

Welcome to your Flake Off era. 

A healthy scalp starts here.

Your Flake Off Pre-Wash Treatment is designed to care for your scalp and help manage the appearance of pesky flakes. 

Here's how to make it part of your weekly routine.

  • Treat

    1. Treat once a week

    Once a week, apply your Lil J Flake Off Pre-Wash Treatment directly to your dry scalp, working in sections. Gently massage with your fingertips and leave for at least 30 minutes.

  • Cleanse

    2. Shampoo twice

    Wet your hair, lather up with your shampoo and rinse. Repeat for a second cleanse to thoroughly wash away the treatment.

  • Condition

    3. Condition once

    Apply your conditioner, then rinse thoroughly. Hello, happy hair!

Lil J Flake Off 3-step scalp care system for dry, flaky or itchy scalps

Your scalp care routine


Treatment day:
Pre-Wash Treatment → Shampoo twice → Conditioner.

Regular wash days: Shampoo → Conditioner.

Lil J founder and hairdresser Jason

A lil tip from Jason

Make your pre-wash treatment a weekly ritual and use your shampoo and conditioner as part of your regular wash routine. Be gentle with your scalp! Massage with your fingertips, not your nails. 

Want the complete Lil J experience?

Your scalp-care routine doesn't have to stop with the treatment.

Flake Off Shampoo & Conditioner are designed to complement your weekly scalp treatment and help care for your scalp and hair between treatment days.

Dry scalp and dandruff aren’t always the same thing

Seeing flakes doesn't automatically tell you what's causing them.

A scalp can feel dry, tight or itchy and show visible flakes, while dandruff and other scalp conditions can present in different ways. That's why we prefer to focus on caring for how your scalp looks and feels, rather than trying to diagnose the cause.

If your scalp is persistently irritated, inflamed, sore or your symptoms are severe or recurring, it's worth speaking with a healthcare professional.

Want to understand the difference? → Read our guide to dry scalp vs dandruff

Lil J Flake Off scalp care for dry, flaky or itchy scalps

Your questions, answered

Is Flake Off for dry scalp or dandruff?

Flake Off is designed as cosmetic scalp care for people experiencing concerns such as dryness, visible flakes and itchiness. Because flakes can have different causes, we don't position Flake Off as a treatment or cure for a medical scalp condition.

Where do I apply the Flake Off Treatment?

Apply Flake Off directly to the dry scalp, working section by section.

This is different from Thick & Juicy, Fine & Fabulous and Bounce Back Treatments, which are applied through the mid-lengths and ends.

How long do I leave Flake Off on?

Leave the Treatment on for 30 minutes before shampooing.

How often should I use Flake Off?

Use the Flake Off Treatment once a week. Use the Shampoo and Conditioner as needed on your regular wash days.

Do I shampoo once or twice after using the Treatment?

Shampoo twice to thoroughly cleanse your scalp and remove the pre-wash Treatment, then condition once.

Can all hair types use Flake Off?

Flake Off is scalp-focused rather than based on hair thickness, so it can suit different hair types when the main concern is a dry, flaky or itchy scalp.

Can I use Flake Off if I have scalp psoriasis?

Flake Off can be part of a haircare routine for dryness and visible flakes, but it is not a treatment or cure for psoriasis.

Psoriasis is a medical condition, so if you have scalp psoriasis or ongoing scalp irritation, speak with your healthcare professional about the most appropriate treatment for you.

Does Flake Off contain coconut oil?

Yes. Flake Off Treatment contains coconut oil as part of its botanical oil blend.

Are Flake Off products vegan and cruelty-free?

Yes. All Lil J Haircare formulas are vegan and cruelty-free.

Are Flake Off products sulfate, paraben and silicone-free?

Yes. All Lil J Haircare formulas are free from sulfates, parabens and silicones and are colour-safe.

Are Flake Off products Australian made?

Yes. Lil J Haircare products are made in Australia using Australian-made ingredients.

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Running low on the good stuff?

Keep your Flake Off routine going. A lil reminder: Your pre-wash treatment is a weekly ritual, while your shampoo and conditioner are there for your regular wash days.

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