Step 3 is where the actual work happens — and it works the same way across every Nioxin system. The System 5 Scalp Treatment stays on the scalp between washes, targeting the follicle environment continuously rather than rinsing away after 60 seconds. Formulated for the specific needs of chemically treated medium to coarse hair with light thinning.

This is the step most people skip. It is also the step that determines whether the system delivers results. Apply daily, leave it in, be consistent. Visible improvement typically seen within 30 days.

Key Benefits and Features
  • Leave-In Scalp Treatment — applied to scalp, not rinsed out
  • Formulated for Chemically Treated Hair — suitable for relaxed and permed textures
  • Targets Thinning Directly — works on the scalp between washes
  • Supports Hair Density — visibly thicker-looking hair with consistent daily use
Who It's For

Chemically treated, relaxed or permed medium to coarse hair with light thinning. The most critical step of the System 5 regimen. For progressed thinning use System 6 Scalp Treatment.

How to Use
  1. After Steps 1 and 2, apply directly to the scalp
  2. Massage gently and do not rinse — leave in and style as usual

Complete the regimen with System 5 Cleanser and System 5 Conditioner.

Available from Partners Hair Design in South Africa — authorised Nioxin stockist. Free delivery on orders over R390.

Specifications

Brand
Nioxin
Size
100ml
Hair concerns
Thinning, Hair Loss, Chemically Treated
Good to know
Sulphate-free

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From the Partners Hair team
Nioxin System 5 Scalp Treatment is a leave-in scalp treatment for chemically treated, medium to coarse hair with noticeably thinning. Part of the Nioxin System 5 three-step programme. A formula specifically calibrated for medium-to-coarse textured chemically treated thinning hair delivers BioAMP™ and Dermacyclyl Complex® for a healthier scalp and denser-looking hair.

Best for: chemically treated, medium to coarse hair texture with noticeably thinning concerns; the leave-in step in the System 5 programme.
Less suited to: fine or natural hair; progressed thinning on medium-coarse hair (use System 6).

Key actives:
- BioAMP™ — thickens and amplifies density for medium-coarse chemically treated thinning
- Dermacyclyl Complex® (Biotin + Panthenol) — scalp health and support
- Peppermint / Menthol — stimulates scalp microcirculation

Benefits:
- Denser-looking hair for medium-coarse chemically treated thinning
- Leave-in; Step 3 of System 5

How to use: Apply to clean, towel-dried scalp. Do not rinse.

Format: 100ml System 5 Scalp Treatment.

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