HydraPeel® Scalp Facial Scalp Treatment in Richmond, BC
Deep cleansing, sebum extraction and serum infusion for a healthier scalp, near Lansdowne Canada Line station for clients across Greater Vancouver
HydraPeel Scalp is a 30-45 minute in-clinic treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts excess sebum and infuses a serum into the scalp using a dedicated scalp handpiece. It suits oily, flaky or congested scalps and is not a hair regrowth therapy. Dr. Charles Jiang supervises each session at our Richmond clinic, and most people resume normal activities immediately.
- 30–45
- Minutes
- Same day
- Back to routine
- Monthly
- Typical Starting Cadence
- 30–45
- Minutes
- Same day
- Back to routine
- Monthly
- Typical Starting Cadence
What is a scalp facial, and who is HydraPeel Scalp for?
A scalp facial is an in-clinic treatment that cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates the scalp the way a facial treats the face. HydraPeel® Scalp is RAAC's scalp facial: a dedicated device and clinic serums deeply cleanse, exfoliate and nourish the scalp in a single session. It is supervised by Dr. Charles Jiang and tailored to each scalp, from excess sebum and dandruff to preparation before hair procedures such as PRP-hair.
HydraPeel® Scalp delivers four sequential actions: cleanse, exfoliate, extract and infuse. The extraction step removes excess sebum and follicular debris that ordinary washing can miss. Afterwards, a serum chosen for your scalp type is infused. Many people notice a lighter, cleaner scalp feeling within days; changes in oiliness and flaking vary from person to person.
Sebum Extraction
Removes excess sebum and follicular debris that shampoo can leave behind, helping with oiliness and clogged follicles.
Scalp Exfoliation
Gently clears away corneocytes (dead skin cells) and buildup around follicular openings without disrupting the scalp's natural barrier.
Targeted Serum Infusion
Delivers a serum selected for your scalp (soothing, oil-balancing or hydrating) into the cleansed scalp surface.
How does HydraPeel Scalp work?
HydraPeel® Scalp uses a dedicated device with a scalp handpiece. It combines a controlled fluid vortex with simultaneous suction to cleanse and extract, followed by pressurized serum delivery. At RAAC Richmond it is a physician-supervised protocol.
Vortex Cleanse & Extract
The scalp handpiece creates a closed vortex that loosens sebum plugs and debris, then suctions them away in the same pass.
Scalp Assessment
Dr. Jiang or a supervised clinician evaluates sebum levels, scalp inflammation, follicle density, and hair shaft condition to select the appropriate serum formulation and intensity.
Customized Serums
Serum selection is adjusted per session: oil-balancing actives for oily scalps, soothing ingredients for irritated or colour-treated scalps, or a gentle prep before PRP-hair.
Scalp Barrier Support
The fluid-based steps are kept gentle on the scalp's natural acid mantle, which matters for colour-treated hair or a history of scalp sensitivity.
Which scalp concerns is it suitable for?
HydraPeel® Scalp is designed for a range of scalp conditions related to sebum overproduction, buildup, and follicular congestion. Dr. Jiang will assess your scalp during consultation and tailor the protocol accordingly. Individual responses vary.
Commonly Treated Concerns
- +Oily scalp with rapid rebound — excess sebum (oil) production that returns quickly after washing
- +Dandruff or flaking associated with follicular buildup or mild seborrheic conditions
- +Dry, itchy, or mildly irritated scalp due to product residue or environmental factors
- +Mild thinning where you want the scalp kept clean alongside a medical hair plan (this treatment does not regrow hair)
- +Scalp preparation before PRP-hair or other hair restoration procedures
Not Recommended If You Have
- –Active scalp infection (bacterial, fungal, or viral) — treatment must be resolved first
- –Recent chemical processing (perm or relaxer) within the past 2 weeks
- –Active alopecia areata flare with open or weeping lesions
- –Known allergy to any treatment serum ingredients — disclose at consultation
- –Pregnancy — consultation with Dr. Jiang required before proceeding
Why have a scalp facial in a physician-led clinic?
RAAC is a physician-led clinic in Richmond, BC. Dr. Charles Jiang, Medical Director, oversees consultation, protocol selection and follow-up. Hair characteristics such as a thicker shaft or oilier tendency are considered in each session.
Dr. Charles Jiang
Medical Director. Every HydraPeel® Scalp patient has a physician assessment, so the protocol fits your scalp and broader hair goals.
Planning for Asian Hair
Asian hair often has a thicker shaft, an oilier scalp tendency and higher follicular density. Dr. Jiang's team adjusts extraction intensity and serum selection for these traits and for colour-treated hair.
Scalp-First Hair Philosophy
Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp. HydraPeel® Scalp can be paired with RAAC's PRP-hair program by clearing the scalp surface beforehand.
Mandarin & Cantonese Service
Dr. Jiang and the RAAC Richmond team communicate fluently in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese — ensuring Greater Vancouver's Chinese community can discuss concerns and care instructions without a language barrier.
Which scalp zones are treated?
The HydraPeel® scalp handpiece is worked methodically across all scalp regions, including the nape and occipital area that home care often misses.
Crown & Vertex
Common area for thinning; receives extra attention with serum infusion alongside the standard cleanse and extract steps.
Temples & Hairline
High sebum-accumulation zone and a common site for follicular congestion; treated with adjusted extraction intensity.
Nape & Back
Frequently missed in daily washing; the protocol ensures full cleansing and serum delivery to this area.
Part Line
Exposed to UV and prone to product buildup along styling stress lines; addressed with targeted cleansing and barrier-support serum.
Occipital Region
Tends to accumulate heat and friction during sleep; benefits from thorough extraction and soothing serum infusion.
Scalp as a Whole
Comprehensive treatment ensures balanced sebum regulation and uniform follicular health across all regions.
What happens in a HydraPeel Scalp session?
A typical session runs 30–45 minutes from assessment through serum infusion, and most people go straight back to their day. It feels like gentle suction with occasional warmth rather than pain. Many people notice a cleaner, lighter scalp after the first session; changes in oiliness and flaking build over repeated sessions, with monthly visits a common starting rhythm. No special preparation is needed beyond arriving with dry hair. Dr. Jiang or a supervised clinician will guide you through aftercare before you leave.
Before Your Appointment
Avoid heavy styling products (wax, strong-hold spray) for 24 hours before — they can interfere with extraction efficacy
Arrive with dry or minimally damp hair if possible; a pre-treatment rinse may be performed in-clinic if needed
Disclose any scalp sensitivities, allergies, recent chemical treatments (coloring, perming), or active skin conditions
Plan approximately 30–45 minutes for the full session including assessment
Tell us if you have had scalp injections such as PRP in the past two weeks, or started a new scalp medication
During Treatment
Scalp Assessment
Dr. Jiang or a supervised clinician evaluates your scalp — sebum levels, follicular condition, inflammation markers, and hair shaft characteristics — to finalize the serum protocol for your session.
Cleanse & Exfoliate
The HydraPeel® scalp handpiece is applied in systematic passes. A gentle exfoliating solution loosens corneocyte buildup and sebum plugs while the vortex action begins removing surface debris.
Sebum Extraction
Suction-assisted extraction physically removes loosened sebum, product residue, and follicular debris. Most patients describe mild warmth or gentle suction — not discomfort.
Serum Infusion
With follicular channels cleared, customized serums are infused under light pressure for deeper penetration. The session closes with a barrier-support step to stabilize the scalp.
After Your Appointment
Avoid washing hair for 24 hours to allow infused serums to absorb fully
When resuming washing, use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo for the first week
Avoid scratching, vigorous towel-rubbing, or mechanical scalp exfoliation for 48 hours
Avoid high-heat environments (sauna, steam room) for 48 hours post-treatment
Monthly maintenance sessions are typically recommended; Dr. Jiang may suggest more frequent sessions initially depending on scalp condition
*Results vary by individual. HydraPeel® Scalp is a scalp health protocol, not a hair regrowth treatment. Patients with androgenetic alopecia or other medical hair loss conditions should discuss a comprehensive plan with Dr. Jiang.
HydraPeel Scalp Questions Answered
How often should I get a scalp facial, and how long do results last?+
Monthly sessions are the usual starting point. A very oily scalp or heavy buildup may start every two weeks for the first 2–3 months, then move to monthly maintenance. The cleaner, lighter feel usually lasts days to a few weeks, because oil and buildup return with time; changes in oiliness and flaking build over repeated sessions. Dr. Jiang recommends a cadence after your scalp assessment. Results vary.
Can HydraPeel® Scalp help with hair thinning or hair loss?+
HydraPeel® Scalp is a scalp health treatment, not a hair regrowth therapy, and it is not a substitute for medical hair loss treatment. By clearing debris it leaves the scalp cleaner, which may support overall hair condition. If you are thinning, see your family doctor or discuss a plan with Dr. Jiang, which may include PRP-hair. Individual results vary.
Is a scalp facial uncomfortable, and is there downtime?+
Most people feel mild suction with occasional warmth during exfoliation rather than pain; if your scalp is sensitive, intensity and serum can be adjusted. Most people return to normal activities immediately. The scalp may feel slightly sensitive or tingly for a few hours. Avoid washing your hair for 24 hours and avoid saunas and intense heat for 48 hours.
Can I wash my hair the same day?+
We ask that you avoid washing for 24 hours after treatment to allow the infused serums to penetrate fully. When you do wash, use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo and avoid hot water for the first wash.
How is this different from a scalp massage or salon treatment?+
HydraPeel® Scalp uses a dedicated device with suction-extraction and pressurized serum delivery, which a salon-style scalp massage or steam treatment does not include. Each session starts with a scalp assessment, and the protocol is supervised by Dr. Charles Jiang. A massage is mainly for relaxation; HydraPeel Scalp is aimed at oil, flaking and buildup.
Is a scalp facial or head spa worth the money?+
It depends on your goal. Japanese- and Korean-style head spas, sometimes sold as luxury scalp treatments, centre on cleansing, massage and relaxation. HydraPeel Scalp is aimed at oil, flaking and product buildup, using device extraction and serum infusion after a scalp assessment. Both give a temporary clean feeling that needs repeat visits. Neither treats hair loss or scalp disease, which need a medical assessment.
What is a scalp facial called?+
You will see it called a scalp facial, scalp treatment, scalp detox, head spa or scalp hydrafacial. The names cover different services: some are mainly massage and relaxation, others use a device to exfoliate, extract and infuse. At RAAC the service is HydraPeel® Scalp, a device-based scalp cleanse. It is scalp care, not hair restoration; options such as PRP-hair are separate and discussed at consultation.
How is HydraPeel Scalp different from a HydraPeel facial?+
It uses the same HydraPeel fluid-vortex and extraction principle, but with a dedicated scalp handpiece and serums chosen for the scalp. The scalp and face treatments can be booked in the same visit; allow extra time when booking. Each starts with its own assessment.
How much does a scalp facial cost in Richmond, BC?+
The cost depends on the serum chosen for your scalp, how often sessions are recommended (for example every two weeks at first, then monthly), and whether it is booked with a HydraPeel facial or another treatment in the same visit. We do not publish prices online; the clinic gives you a quote after your scalp assessment, together with the suggested number of sessions.
Where can I get a scalp treatment near Vancouver?+
RAAC is at Unit 110, 5580 No. 3 Rd, Richmond, BC, about a 3-minute walk from Lansdowne Station on the Canada Line, so clients from Vancouver and Burnaby can come by SkyTrain. We are open daily 9:00 to 18:00, with service in English, Mandarin and Cantonese. A session takes 30–45 minutes; come with dry hair and allow time for the scalp assessment.
Who should not have HydraPeel Scalp, or should wait?+
Treatment is postponed if you have an active scalp infection, have had a perm or relaxer in the past two weeks, or have an alopecia areata flare with open or weeping areas. Tell us about any allergy to serum ingredients. If you are pregnant, Dr. Jiang will discuss whether to go ahead first. Your scalp is checked before every session.
Can HydraPeel Scalp help with dandruff or an itchy scalp?+
It can remove loose flakes, oil and product buildup, which many people find makes the scalp feel cleaner and less itchy. It is not a medical treatment for seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis or fungal infection. If flaking is persistent, red or spreading, Dr. Jiang or your family doctor can assess it and suggest medical treatment. Results vary.
Reclaim a Healthier Scalp
Book a HydraPeel® Scalp consultation with Dr. Charles Jiang at RAAC Richmond. Mandarin and Cantonese consultations available. Serving Richmond, Vancouver, and Greater Vancouver.
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