ReFa HEART BRUSH for SCALP - Japanese Scalp Massage Brush with Shiatsu-Substitute Technology
Your scalp works harder than you think. This is its daily reset.
Most of us spend a lot of time on the hair we can see and very little on the scalp underneath it. The ReFa HEART BRUSH for SCALP, from Japanese precision beauty brand MTG, is built specifically for that neglected part of the routine. Developed around a shiatsu-substitute function, it delivers targeted pressure deep into the scalp to loosen muscle stiffness, improve circulation, and relieve built-up fatigue - the kind that accumulates slowly without you noticing. It works equally well on dry hair or during your shampoo, making it genuinely easy to build into an existing routine rather than treating it as an extra step.
"Core Finger" Scalp Stimulation Technology
The key innovation here is what ReFa calls "core fingers" - 22 individual elastomer pins, each engineered with an internal structure that mirrors the layered composition of a human finger. This is what allows the brush to flex under pressure and spring back, delivering a sensation that feels closer to manual shiatsu than a standard rubber scalp massager. You control the intensity simply by pressing harder or softer, so it works across different sensitivity levels and hair thicknesses.
3D Fit Structure for Uniform Scalp Coverage
The brush head is curved to follow the natural roundness of the scalp, rather than sitting flat against it. This means more pins make contact with each press, and the stimulation is distributed more evenly across the surface. It's a small design detail that makes a noticeable difference - particularly when working through the crown and back of the head where a flat tool tends to lose contact.
Designed for Wet and Dry Use
Unlike most scalp tools that are limited to dry use, the HEART BRUSH for SCALP is fully compatible with shampooing. The heart-shaped body fits securely in the hand and is easy to grip even when wet and lathered. It comes with a dedicated drainage stand designed to let moisture clear away properly between uses, so it's ready for the bathroom shelf without any fuss.
Key Features
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22 "core finger" pins: Elastomer pins with an internal layered structure mimic the feel of human fingers for genuine shiatsu-substitute stimulation.
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Adjustable pressure: Press harder for deeper stimulation, softer for a gentler touch - no settings required.
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3D fit structure: Curved brush head follows the scalp's natural contour for uniform contact and even stimulation.
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Wet and dry compatible: Suitable for use during shampooing or on dry hair - equally effective in both contexts.
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Ergonomic heart-shaped grip: Fits the hand snugly for confident, controlled pressure application.
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Drainage stand included: Purpose-designed stand allows moisture to clear away between uses - bathroom-ready out of the box.
Specifications
- Material: ABS, Elastomer (main unit); ABS (stand)
- Dimensions: Main unit approx. 73 × 51 × 91mm / Stand approx. 72 × 61 × 82mm
- Weight: Main unit approx. 75g / Stand approx. 9g
- Includes: Stand, instruction manual
- Origin: Japan
- Colourways: Mat Rose, Mat Mocha, Mat Peach, Mat Au Lait, Mat Mint
Model
- RS-AQ-31A (Mat Rose)
- RS-AQ-29A (Mat Mocha)
- RS-AQ-30A (Mat Peach)
- RS-AQ-28A (Mat Au Lait)
- RS-AQ-06A (Mat Mint)
