Botalab by Riman: A Smarter Way to Strengthen Hair and Scalp

Hair Loss Often Starts at the Scalp — But That’s Not Where It Ends

Hair loss doesn’t always mean bald spots. It can look like thinning ends, shedding in the shower, or flat, dull strands that break too easily.

The truth is, healthy hair starts at the scalp — but strong, resilient strands need ongoing support too.

That’s where Botalab by Riman comes in. Our Korean hair care line takes a skin-first, strand-smart approach to hair health — starting with a scalp-safe shampoo, followed by a hydrating conditioner and a nutrient-rich serum that protects and strengthens the ends.

In this guide, you’ll learn how the Botalab system works, how to use each product, and how it compares to typical drugstore hair care.

Botalab vs. Drugstore Hair Products: What’s the Real Difference?

Bottom line: Botalab is ideal if you're looking to support scalp health, reduce breakage, and restore shine and strength without compromising the health of your skin or strands.

Step 1: Start With a Clean, Balanced Scalp

Product: Botalab Deserticola Plus Shampoo

Key benefits: Exfoliate buildup, soothe irritation, balance oil, promote scalp clarity

Hair loss often starts with a congested scalp. Botalab’s shampoo is powered by a gentle, sulfate-free amino acid cleansing system (Coco-Betaine, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate) that effectively removes dirt, oil, and styling residue — without stripping or disrupting your scalp’s natural moisture barrier.

What makes it different:

• Salicylic Acid: Gently exfoliates dead skin cells and unclogs follicles

• Niacinamide: Supports scalp health and reduces inflammation

• Panthenol + Glycerin: Deep hydration to prevent dryness and tightness

• Camellia Japonica + Olive Leaf Extract: Soothing botanical antioxidants

• Chlorella Ferment: Rich in micronutrients to help maintain a healthy scalp microbiome

Unlike harsher shampoos that can dry out or irritate the scalp, Botalab’s formula is designed to rebalance — ideal for those dealing with sensitivity, flaking, or early signs of hair loss.

How to use:
Apply to wet scalp and massage gently with fingertips. Rinse with warm water thoroughly.

Step 2: Restore Moisture and Strength Post-Cleansing

Product: Botalab Deserticola Plus Conditioner

Key benefits: Hydrate, smooth, detangle, reduce breakage

A well-formulated conditioner is essential to prevent mechanical hair loss (caused by brushing, styling, and friction). Botalab’s conditioner delivers lightweight moisture that penetrates without weighing hair down or coating it in silicones.

Why it works:

• Panthenol + Glycerin: Moisturize and increase hair elasticity

• Niacinamide: Calms scalp irritation and supports barrier health

• Chlorella Ferment + Olive Leaf Extract: Protect hair from oxidative stress

• Guar Gum + Xanthan Gum: Help detangle and smooth cuticles

Because it’s formulated with scalp-safe ingredients, you can use this conditioner from root to tip — a rare quality that helps hydrate dry scalps and soften ends.

How to use:
Apply after shampooing, starting at the scalp and working through the ends. Leave on for 1–3 minutes before rinsing.

Step 3: Seal and Protect Hair Ends With a Nourishing Serum

Product: Botalab Deserticola Plus Hair Oil Serum

Key benefits: Prevent breakage, smooth frizz, add shine, protect ends

Hair loss isn’t only about the scalp — it’s also about keeping the hair you already have healthy and intact. Botalab’s lightweight, non-greasy serum is designed to protect and nourish the mid-lengths and ends, which are most prone to dryness and damage.

Key ingredients:

• Dimethicone & Disiloxane: Smooth and seal cuticles for softness

• Argan Oil, Camellia Oil, Rice Bran Oil: Deeply condition and nourish

• Sunflower Seed Oil + Fermented Yeast Extract: Add antioxidant protection

• Candida Bombicola Ferment: Balances oil and moisture for lasting hydration

• Chlorella Ferment: Supports healthy-looking strands with microalgae nutrients

Use this serum as your last step to reduce split ends, tame frizz, and shield hair from environmental stress (UV, heat, pollution).

How to use:
Dispense 1–2 pumps into palms. Apply to damp or dry hair, focusing on ends and lengths. Avoid the scalp.

How to Build Your Healthy Hair Routine with Botalab

A complete weekly routine might look like this:

3-4x per week

• Cleanse with Botalab Shampoo

• Condition from scalp to ends

• Apply Botalab Serum to damp hair post-wash

Daily or as needed

• Reapply serum to dry ends to smooth and protect

Weekly tip:

• Take 5–10 minutes to massage your scalp while shampooing. This boosts circulation and improves nutrient delivery to follicles.

Why Riman’s Botalab System Stands Out in Korean Hair Care

Botalab is part of the Riman family — a leading name in Korean beauty and wellness, known for our skin-first approach to product formulation. With ingredients and strategies rooted in K-beauty principles, Botalab offers more than surface-level solutions:

• Scalp-safe actives like salicylic acid, niacinamide, and panthenol

• Botanical and fermented ingredients for long-term barrier support

• No sulfates, silicones (in shampoo/conditioner), or harsh preservatives

• Clean scent and elegant texture for an enjoyable, consistent routine

By addressing both scalp environment and hair strand strength, Botalab helps reduce visible signs of hair loss and improve overall hair quality — without aggressive treatments or drug-based formulas.

Final Thoughts: Focus on Hair Health, Not Just Hair Growth

If you're experiencing shedding, thinning, or breakage, it’s easy to reach for quick fixes. But long-term hair health requires a shift in mindset: less styling, more support. Less covering up — more nourishing from root to tip.

With a consistent Botalab routine, you're not just cleaning your hair — you're investing in the long-term health of your scalp, your strands, and your confidence.

Explore the full Botalab collection by Riman and build your personalized hair health ritual today.