THE INSTALL PREP PRO™ — Complete 4-Step Pre-Install Scalp System
Your scalp infrastructure before every protective style.
Braids. Wigs. Sew-ins. Every install starts with the scalp — and most scalps aren't ready. THE INSTALL PREP PRO™ is the complete 4-step pre-install protocol: detox, rebalance, nourish, and finish. Built for anyone who takes their protective style seriously.
What's Inside
- 🌑 EXTRACT™ Foundation Reset — Mineral Scalp Detox | Deep detox to clear buildup before install
- 🌿 RESTORE™ Botanical Infusion — Scalp pH Reset Rinse | Rebalances pH and primes scalp for moisture retention
- 💧 PURIFY™ Oil Elixir — Scalp Treatment Oil | Seals and nourishes the scalp pre-style
- 🌫️ VELVET CLEAN™ Aura Veil — Scalp + Hair Scent Spray | Fresh, elevated scent finish before the install
Why It Works
This is the full 4-layer ToxiTress™ ritual in one system. Each step builds on the last — clearing, balancing, nourishing, and finishing — so your scalp is in its best possible state before any protective style goes in.
The complete 4-step scalp reset before braids, wigs, or sew-ins.
Your Scalp Is Screaming. You Just Can't Hear It.
Every braid, every wig, every sew-in traps sweat, oil, and buildup against your scalp.
That itching? That flaking? That thinning at the edges? That's your scalp asking for a reset.
EXTRACT™ was built for this exact moment — before the next install, not after the damage.
What's Inside & Why It Works
Bentonite Clay
Volcanic ash deposits
Deep DetoxDraws out buildup and toxins from the scalp, leaving hair follicles clean and ready to absorb nutrients.
Activated Charcoal
Coconut shells
Pore CleansingDeep pore cleansing that removes impurities and product residue without stripping natural oils.
Kaolin Clay
Natural mineral deposits
Gentle DetoxGentle detox without stripping, perfect for sensitive scalps and protective styles.
Sodium Bicarbonate
Natural mineral
pH BalancepH balancing to restore your scalp's natural protective barrier and reduce irritation.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Fermented apples
Microbiome ResetScalp microbiome reset that balances bacteria and promotes a healthy scalp environment.
Tea Tree Oil
Australian tea tree leaves
AntimicrobialAntimicrobial and soothing properties that calm inflammation and prevent scalp issues.
Curious about the story behind ToxiTress™? Read our story →
Layer 1 of 4 — Detox & Reset
Your Pre-Install Ritual
Wet Your Scalp
Dampen hair and scalp thoroughly with warm water to open the follicles and prepare for deep cleansing.
Apply EXTRACT™
Section hair and apply generously to the scalp. Massage in circular motions for 2–3 minutes to activate the mineral complex.
Let It Work
Leave on for 5–10 minutes. You may feel a gentle tingling — that's the detox working.
Rinse & Reveal
Rinse thoroughly until water runs clear. Follow with RESTORE™ to balance your scalp's pH.
Your Scalp. Before & After.
- Grease and product buildup clogging follicles
- Itchy, inflamed scalp under your install
- Flaking and odor from trapped sweat
- Thinning edges from a stressed foundation
- Scalp that hasn't truly breathed in weeks
- Clean, unclogged follicles ready for your next install
- Calm, balanced scalp with zero irritation
- Fresh, neutral scent — no funk, no residue
- Edges supported by a healthy scalp foundation
- A reset that actually lasts between installs
Don't Stop at Step 1.
EXTRACT™ detoxes the foundation. The ritual completes the reset.
Layer 2 — Balance
RESTORE™ Botanical Infusion™ — Scalp pH Reset Rinse
After the detox, your scalp needs pH balance. RESTORE™ seals the reset and preps your scalp for install.
Add RESTORE™Best Value — Full System
THE FOUNDATION RITUAL™ — 3-Step Scalp Reset System
Get EXTRACT™ + RESTORE™ + PURIFY™ together. The complete 3-step pre-install scalp ritual in one kit.
Shop the SystemGot Questions?
We've got answers.
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Yes. EXTRACT™ is formulated to cleanse the scalp — not the hair shaft. The mineral clay complex targets buildup at the follicle level without stripping color or lifting dye. Always rinse thoroughly.
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Use EXTRACT™ before every protective style install, or every 1–2 weeks as a scalp reset. If you wear installs back-to-back, we recommend using it every 2–3 weeks minimum to prevent buildup accumulation.
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EXTRACT™ is a pre-install treatment — use it before your install, not under it. Apply, massage, leave on 5–10 minutes, then rinse completely before braiding, gluing, or sewing in.
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No. Kaolin Clay and Bentonite Clay are balanced with Apple Cider Vinegar to detox without over-stripping. Follow with RESTORE™ Botanical Infusion to lock in moisture and balance pH after every use.
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EXTRACT™ is free from sulfates, parabens, and synthetic fragrance. The Tea Tree Oil is diluted to a scalp-safe concentration. If you have a known allergy to any listed ingredient, patch test first.
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Clarifying shampoos clean the hair. EXTRACT™ detoxes the scalp. The mineral clay complex draws out buildup, sweat, and product residue from the follicle — something shampoo can't reach. It's scalp infrastructure, not haircare.
Every ingredient is chosen for function. Nothing is filler.