The skincare approach your hair routine has been missing
By Kendall Farr, Licensed Esthetician — Spada Salon & Day Spa
| 15 min Aveda Scalp Renewal Treatment — a facial for your scalp | 5x Hydration boost in one visit (Nutriplenish) | 2x Shine boost in one visit (Nutriplenish) |
What’s the secret to great hair days? Ask your stylist and they’ll tell you: the foundation of hair that looks shiny, strong, and full begins with a healthy scalp. But like most hardworking body parts, we tend to pay attention to our scalp only when it acts up.
Imagine not cleansing your face for days — and you get a sense of how multiple days without shampooing can affect your scalp. Add in stress, hormonal shifts, and dehydrating medications, and you have the recipe for a scalp that feels, well, older.
“The scalp is skin. And like the skin on your face, it benefits enormously from the same kind of thoughtful, consistent care.”
Why Your Scalp Ages — And What That Means for Your Hair
As we age, the scalp gets thinner — much like the skin on our face — and there’s less sebum (natural oil) production to lubricate and nourish both scalp and hair. Less sebum production can result in a dry, sensitive, or irritated scalp.
This is known as premature scalp aging — and it directly affects the health, thickness, and appearance of your hair.
| Common Scalp Stressors & What They Do | ||
| 🧴 | Product buildup | Dry shampoos, styling products, and conditioners leave residue that clogs follicles, reduces circulation, and dulls hair at the root. |
| ☀️ | UV exposure | Sun damages the scalp skin and can dry out hair follicles, contributing to increased sensitivity and hair fragility. |
| 💧 | Dehydration | Insufficient water intake and dehydrating medications reduce the scalp’s ability to produce healthy sebum. |
| 😣 | Stress | Chronic stress disrupts the hair growth cycle and can trigger scalp inflammation, dryness, and hair shedding. |
| 🌡️ | Heat styling | Frequent high-heat styling dries the scalp and damages the cuticle, weakening hair at its source. |
| 🧬 | Hormonal shifts | Changes in estrogen, progesterone, and other hormones directly affect scalp oil production and hair density. |
| ✦ Give Your Scalp the Attention It Deserves Book a professional Scalp Treatment or Scalp Massage & Conditioning at Spada — Fort Myers, FL → Book Your Appointment |
A Facial For Your Scalp: The Aveda Scalp Renewal Treatment
Soothing an off-kilter scalp is no longer a matter for medicated shampoos. Enter Aveda’s Scalp Renewal Treatment — a professional 15-minute “facial” for the scalp with plant-active formulas that address dryness, irritation, oiliness, and premature scalp aging. It’s designed to seamlessly combine with any cut and style service.
Step 1: Analysis & Exfoliation
Your stylist begins by analyzing your scalp’s condition, then prepping it with a stimulating massaging brush moved from the hairline to the nape of the neck in gentle rotations. An Exfoliating Scalp Treatment is applied to your dry scalp in sections, then lathered throughout the hair to remove pollution, buildup, and excess sebum. Expect an instantly cooling sensation. A Balancing Shampoo wash follows, removing everything cleanly.
Step 2: Mask & Conditioning
Your stylist applies a Balancing Scalp Mask — a luxe formula with calming oils and butters that nourish and soften the scalp skin. While the mask works, a conditioning treatment suited to your hair type is worked through the length of your hair. A slow, deep scalp massage helps both products penetrate. Expect a deeply relaxing experience.
Step 3: Hydrating Serum
Back at the styling station, your stylist applies a Hydrating Scalp Serum — a powerful humectant (water-holding) formula that delivers deep hydration while fighting the signs of scalp aging. Then it’s on to your cut and styling service.
The Complete Aveda Scalp Renewal — Step by Step
| # | Step | What Happens |
| 1 | Scalp analysis | Stylist assesses your scalp condition and identifies key concerns — dryness, oiliness, buildup, or sensitivity. |
| 2 | Massage & prep | Stimulating brush used in gentle rotations from hairline to nape to lift impurities and boost micro-circulation. |
| 3 | Exfoliation | Exfoliating Scalp Treatment applied to dry scalp in sections, then lathered to remove pollution, buildup, and excess sebum. |
| 4 | Balancing shampoo | Thorough wash removes all exfoliant residue, leaving scalp clean and prepped for treatment. |
| 5 | Scalp mask | Balancing Scalp Mask + conditioning treatment applied. Deep scalp massage aids absorption. Rinse and towel dry. |
| 6 | Hydrating serum | Hydrating Scalp Serum applied at styling station — a leave-in humectant that fights scalp aging and locks in moisture. |
| 7 | Style service | Treatment concludes seamlessly with your cut, blowout, or styling service. |
| ✦ Pro Tip from Your Spada Stylist This treatment should NOT be performed on the same day as a color service. Your stylist will recommend receiving the treatment one week prior to your next color appointment for best results. |
Continue the Results at Home: Aveda Scalp Solutions
Extend the effects of your professional treatment at home with Aveda’s Scalp Solutions line — formulated with a biotech natural blend of Lactobacillus Ferment, Ectoin, and Hyaluronic Acid to improve scalp hydration, strengthen the barrier, and support healthier-looking hair.
Aveda Scalp Solutions — Biotech Natural Blend: Lactobacillus Ferment, Ectoin & Hyaluronic Acid
Featured Aveda Scalp Solutions Products
Scalp Solutions Overnight Renewal Serum
A leave-in overnight serum that treats your scalp while you sleep, improving both hydration and barrier strength.
Apply to a clean, dry scalp before bed — wake up with a more balanced, nourished scalp.
A deeply hydrating weekly masque that replenishes moisture in the scalp and hair simultaneously.
Nourishing vegan superfoods infuse the scalp with up to 5x hydration and 2x shine in one use.
Your At-Home Healthy Scalp Routine
Think of a professional scalp treatment as the “skinification” of your hair care routine. Just as your face benefits from a consistent morning and evening ritual, so does your scalp. Here’s a simple framework to maintain scalp health between salon visits:
| Your At-Home Healthy Scalp Routine | |
| Morning Cleanse with a gentle, scalp-appropriate shampoo (balancing, hydrating, or clarifying) Apply a lightweight scalp serum or tonic to damp scalp if using between washes Use SPF-protective styling products when spending time outdoors | Evening Apply Aveda Scalp Solutions Overnight Renewal Serum to clean, dry scalp Give yourself a 2-minute fingertip scalp massage to aid absorption and boost circulation Use a silk or satin pillowcase to reduce friction and moisture loss overnight |
| Weekly Apply the Aveda Scalp Solutions Hydrating Masque once per week for intensive moisture Use a clarifying shampoo monthly to remove stubborn product buildup | Seasonally Book a professional Scalp Renewal Treatment at Spada — ideal at every change of season Schedule your treatment at least one week before any color service Ask your stylist to reassess scalp condition and update your home care routine |
What a Healthy Scalp Does for Your Hair
| Benefits of a Consistent Scalp Care Practice | ||
| ✨ | Increased shine | Well-hydrated follicles produce hair with a naturally smooth cuticle that reflects light — the foundation of glossy, healthy-looking hair. |
| 💪 | Stronger strands | A nourished scalp anchors hair more effectively, reducing breakage and shedding at the root. |
| 📏 | Better growth | Improved scalp circulation and barrier health creates the optimal environment for hair to grow longer and thicker. |
| 🌿 | Balanced oil | Regular exfoliation and hydration helps the scalp regulate sebum production — reducing both dryness and excess oiliness. |
| 🛡️ | Reduced sensitivity | Strengthening the scalp’s moisture barrier reduces redness, tightness, flakiness, and reactivity. |
| 🎨 | Color longevity | A healthy, balanced scalp helps color services perform better and last longer. |
Scalp Care in Southwest Florida: Why It Matters More Here
Fort Myers’ warm, sunny climate is wonderful — but it’s also one of the most challenging environments for scalp and hair health:
| Florida-Specific Scalp Challenges & How to Address Them | ||
| ☀️ | Year-round UV | Sun exposure dries the scalp and degrades hair protein. Regular hydrating treatments counteract UV-related dehydration. |
| 💧 | Humidity & sweat | Humidity increases scalp perspiration and product buildup. Regular exfoliation keeps follicles clear and circulating. |
| 🏊 | Saltwater & chlorine | Swimming strips the scalp’s natural oils. Follow pool or ocean days with a nourishing mask and scalp serum. |
| ❄️ | Air conditioning | Indoor AC is profoundly dehydrating to scalp skin. Overnight serum application is especially important in heavily climate-controlled environments. |
| ✈️ | Seasonal travel | Frequent flights and different water quality disrupts scalp balance. A pre-travel treatment helps reset and protect. |
The Aveda Scalp Renewal Treatment is an ideal change-of-season remedy for stressed-out locks — and a perfect reset for anyone living an active Florida lifestyle.
| ✦ The Aveda Scalp Renewal Treatment A 15-minute “facial” for your scalp — designed to combine with any cut & style service at Spada. → Book the Treatment |
Spada Hair & Scalp Treatments — Pricing
At Spada Salon, our licensed stylists offer a range of professional hair and scalp treatments tailored to your specific needs:
| Treatment | Price | What It Does |
| Scalp Massage / Conditioning Treatment | $44.29 – $57.68 | A professional scalp massage paired with a targeted conditioning treatment. Boosts circulation, relieves tension, and nourishes both scalp and hair. |
| Deep Conditioning Treatment | $27.81 – $36.05 | Botanical conditioning treatment that restores moisture, softness, and manageability. Ideal for dry, brittle, or chemically treated hair. |
| Nutriplenish Hot Oil Treatment | $57.68 – $60.77 | A deep moisturizing treatment to revive dull, dry hair. Delivers 5x hydration and up to 2x shine in a single visit. Powered by Aveda Nutriplenish. |
| Nutriplenish Oil No Heat Treatment | $36.05 – $40.17 | Intensive hydrating refresh powered by Nutriplenish. Nourishing vegan superfoods infuse hair with 5x hydration and up to 2x shine in one visit. |
| Botanical Repair System | $40.17 – $44.29 | Aveda’s bond-building repair system. Rebuilds broken bonds in damaged or over-processed hair while strengthening from the inside out. |
| Hair Shine Treatment | $24.47 – $31.15 | A quick, effective shine-enhancing treatment that seals the cuticle and boosts reflectivity for glossy, luminous-looking hair. |
| DR Strength Infusion | $35.02 – $41.20 | Strengthening infusion targeting weak, fragile hair. Builds resilience and reduces breakage for noticeably stronger strands. |
| B3 Demi Treatment | $59.74 – $65.92 | Bond-building treatment that repairs and strengthens hair at a molecular level. Ideal for chemically processed or heat-damaged hair. |
| CBD Treatment Under Heat | $57.68 – $64.89 | CBD-infused deep conditioning treatment applied with gentle heat for deeper penetration. Soothes the scalp while nourishing the hair shaft. |
| Hair Rewind Treatment | $76.22 – $80.34 | Reverses visible signs of hair aging. Restores softness, elasticity, and youthful-looking texture to mature or overworked hair. |
| Split End Treatment | $76.76 – $87.88 | Targeted treatment that seals and repairs split ends without cutting, extending time between trims and improving overall hair condition. |
| What to Expect at Your Spada Hair Appointment Personalized scalp and hair assessment with your licensed stylist Treatment recommendation based on your scalp type, hair condition, and goals Professional Aveda products used throughout every service At-home care recommendations and product guidance to maintain results Scalp treatments designed to combine with cut, color, or styling services Spada Salon & Day Spa | Fort Myers, FL | (239) 482-1858 |
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Spada Salon & Day Spa
13161 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33919 | (239) 482-1858