CALMING Duo
The Davines Naturaltech CALMING Duo pairs the CALMING Shampoo and CALMING Superactive — the complete two-step sensitive scalp routine that cleanses without triggering reactivity and leaves calming actives on the scalp as a leave-in for all-day soothing.
What's in This Bundle
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Davines CALMING Shampoo 250ml — Ultra-gentle soothing shampoo with Zanthoxylum Bungeanum (Sichuan Pepper) Fruit Extract and Vaccinium Myrtillus (Blueberry) Leaf Extract. Neurocosmetic active targets TRPV1 sensory receptors to reduce scalp irritation and tightness. Apply with very light fingertip massage — no scrubbing. Rinse. Use as often as needed.
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Davines CALMING Superactive 100ml — Leave-in soothing scalp serum with Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract and Oxidized Corn Oil. Applied to damp hair post-shampoo, massaged into the scalp, and left in. Provides immediate relief from irritation and a long-lasting soothing effect throughout the day. Do not rinse.
The Moda Team Review: The Routine That Actually Settles a Reactive Scalp
The CALMING Duo is the most targeted two-product solution in the CALMING family. It handles both steps of a sensitive scalp routine: the Shampoo cleanses gently without triggering or worsening reactivity, and the Superactive keeps the soothing actives on the scalp as a leave-in for hours after washing. The TRPV1 receptor mechanism in both products is genuinely neurocosmetic — it doesn't just mask irritation, it modulates the sensory pathway that registers it. Clients with chronically tight, itchy, or post-colour reactive scalps notice a meaningful difference from the first use.
The application technique for the shampoo matters: fingertips only, very light massage, no scrubbing. Mechanical friction on a sensitised scalp aggravates the condition even if the formula is gentle.
How To Use This Routine
- Wet hair with lukewarm water — avoid hot water.
- Apply CALMING Shampoo to scalp. Massage very gently with fingertip pads only. Rinse.
- On damp hair, apply CALMING Superactive to the scalp. Massage gently.
- Do not rinse the Superactive — leave in.
- Style as usual. Use both products as frequently as needed.
Moda Pro Tip
The Superactive is a leave-in — apply it before any styling product goes on the lengths. It needs to contact the scalp directly to work. If the client applies it after blow-drying or over other products, the active doesn't reach the scalp surface properly and the soothing benefit is reduced.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Davines CALMING Duo include?
CALMING Shampoo 250ml and CALMING Superactive 100ml — the complete two-step sensitive scalp routine.
Is the Davines CALMING Superactive a rinse-out or leave-in?
It's a leave-in. Applied to damp hair after shampooing, massaged into the scalp, and left in. It provides immediate and long-lasting soothing relief throughout the day.
What makes Zanthoxylum Bungeanum (Sichuan Pepper) Extract effective for scalp sensitivity?
It acts on the TRPV1 sensory receptors on the scalp — the same receptors that register heat, pain, and irritation. By modulating these receptors, it reduces the intensity and frequency of scalp discomfort signals.
How often can I use the Davines CALMING Duo?
As often as needed — there are no usage restrictions on either product. For chronically sensitive scalps, using both every wash day provides the most consistent calming effect.
Can I use the Davines CALMING Duo after a colour service?
Yes — both products are gentle and colour-compatible, making them particularly useful for clients whose scalp becomes reactive after chemical services.
