Dr.charles

DR.CHARLES is a Korean hair care brand built around the Triple S system: the Triple S Shampoo and Triple S Silk Treatment, both available in 275ml, 580ml, and 1350ml sizes. The collection also includes a Triple S Shampoo Brush for scalp massage during washing, an SSS Weakly Acidic Scalp Treatment (Talmomampu) 275ml for targeted scalp care, and two bundle sets pairing shampoo and treatment at the 580ml and 1350ml volumes. With 11+ products, the range covers a complete scalp and hair care routine in sizes from trial to salon-supply scale.

  • Triple S shampoo system
  • Sizes 275ml to 1350ml
  • Scalp-focused formula
  • Korean brand

By Skinsli editorial Updated

Buying guide

DR.CHARLES Triple S Hair Care Guide: Sizes, Treatments, and Sets

DR.CHARLES centers its product line on the Triple S system: a shampoo and silk treatment pair that work together for scalp and hair care. With three bottle sizes, a scalp treatment, a shampoo brush, and two bundle sets, the range covers individual and household-scale purchases from trial size to salon supply. This guide explains the Triple S products, the sizing options, and the scalp treatment.

The Triple S System: Shampoo and Silk Treatment

The DR.CHARLES Triple S system consists of two paired products: the Triple S Shampoo and the Triple S Silk Treatment. The shampoo is the cleansing step, formulated for scalp health and hair care in the same product. The Silk Treatment is the conditioning step, applied after shampooing to smooth the hair cuticle and add softness and manageability. Both products are named Triple S as part of the DR.CHARLES brand system; they are designed to be used together. All sizes of the shampoo and treatment contain the same formulas, so the size choice is purely about how long you want each bottle to last.

Size Guide: 275ml, 580ml, and 1350ml

The Triple S Shampoo and Triple S Silk Treatment are each available in three sizes: 275ml, 580ml, and 1350ml. The 275ml is the smallest and works as a trial size or travel bottle. At typical shampoo usage of 5 to 10ml per wash, the 275ml provides roughly 30 to 55 washes. The 580ml is the standard home-use bottle, lasting about 60 to 115 washes for a daily user. The 1350ml is a large-format professional or family supply bottle. For a single person, the 580ml hits the best balance between price per wash and bottle frequency. The 1350ml makes the most sense for households with multiple daily users or for salon or professional use.

Triple S Shampoo Brush

The Triple S Shampoo Brush is a scalp massage accessory designed for use during shampooing. Scalp brushes in Korean hair care are used to distribute shampoo evenly across the scalp, increase blood circulation through massage, and remove buildup from the scalp surface more effectively than finger application alone. The brush format also allows applying the shampoo to a larger area with less product. It is used in the shower on wet, shampooed hair, worked across the scalp in circular motions, and rinsed with the shampoo. The brush is a one-time purchase that complements ongoing shampoo purchases from the Triple S line.

SSS Weakly Acidic Talmomampu 275ml: Scalp Treatment Step

The SSS Weakly Acidic Talmomampu is DR.CHARLES's targeted scalp treatment, sold in a 275ml size. The weakly acidic formulation is designed to balance the scalp's natural pH (which is slightly acidic at around 4.5 to 5.5) after alkaline shampoo use, supporting the scalp microbiome and reducing post-wash dryness or irritation. Talmomampu is a Korean term for a type of scalp-care treatment applied to the scalp surface rather than the hair lengths. It is applied after shampooing and rinsing, worked into the scalp, and either left in or rinsed depending on the formula's instructions. This step targets scalp health rather than hair texture, making it complementary to the Silk Treatment that addresses the hair lengths.

Bundle Sets: 580ml and 1350ml Shampoo plus Treatment

DR.CHARLES offers two bundle sets that pair the Triple S Shampoo and Triple S Silk Treatment at a single purchase price. The 580ml set combines one shampoo and one treatment at the standard home-use size. The 1350ml set pairs the large-format shampoo and treatment together. Buying as a set ensures the shampoo and treatment run out at roughly the same time (since usage rates are similar for a shampoo-condition routine), avoids running out of one while the other remains, and typically offers a better per-ml price than buying the two products separately. For anyone starting with the Triple S system, the 580ml set is the recommended entry purchase.

Using the Triple S System in a Weekly Routine

A complete DR.CHARLES routine on wash days would begin with the Triple S Shampoo, applied to wet scalp and hair. Using the Triple S Shampoo Brush during application improves product distribution and scalp massage coverage. After rinsing, apply the SSS Scalp Treatment to the scalp and work it in, then rinse. Follow with the Triple S Silk Treatment applied to mid-lengths and ends (avoiding the scalp for most hair types), left on for two to five minutes before rinsing. For daily use, the scalp treatment step can be reduced to two to three times per week rather than every wash, as repeated scalp treatments can over-condition the scalp on oily hair types. The 580ml or 1350ml bundle set ensures both shampoo and treatment are always in stock together.

Which Size to Buy Based on Your Household

Single-user households doing hair washing every two to three days are the natural fit for the 580ml size, which provides two to four months of product. The 275ml is appropriate as a first purchase to test the formula before committing. For households of two to four people washing hair daily, the 1350ml gives the best economics and avoids frequent reorders. The bundle sets at 580ml and 1350ml remove the guesswork of whether to buy shampoo and treatment separately, and they keep both bottles synchronized in terms of when they run out. Salons or professional users are the primary audience for the 1350ml standalone bottles.

Scalp-Focused vs. Hair-Focused Steps in the DR.CHARLES Range

The DR.CHARLES range splits its products between scalp care and hair care. The Triple S Shampoo and the SSS Scalp Treatment target the scalp: the shampoo cleanses it and the scalp treatment restores pH balance and supports scalp health. The Triple S Silk Treatment targets the hair lengths: it smooths the cuticle and adds softness. The Shampoo Brush bridges both concerns by improving scalp massage during shampooing. Understanding this split helps in choosing which products to add first: users with scalp concerns (dryness, imbalance, sensitivity) should prioritize the scalp treatment alongside the shampoo; users focused on hair texture and smoothness should prioritize the Silk Treatment.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. All three sizes, 275ml, 580ml, and 1350ml, contain the same Triple S Shampoo formula. The size only determines how long the bottle lasts. The 275ml is practical for travel or for testing the shampoo before committing to the larger sizes. Once you confirm the formula works for your hair and scalp, the 580ml or 1350ml gives better value per ml.

  • Buying the bundle set (580ml or 1350ml) is generally the better choice if you plan to use both products. Since shampoo and conditioner run out at similar rates in a standard routine, buying them together keeps both in stock simultaneously and avoids the common situation of running out of one while the other remains. Sets also typically offer a price advantage over buying each product separately.

  • Apply the Triple S Shampoo to wet scalp and hair as usual, then work the shampoo brush across the scalp in circular motions. The brush distributes the shampoo more evenly than fingers and provides a scalp massage that supports circulation and removes buildup from the scalp surface. Rinse the brush after each use to prevent product buildup on the bristles. It is used only during the shampoo step, not during the treatment or conditioner step.

  • The SSS Scalp Treatment is a pH-balancing scalp care step applied after shampooing and rinsing. It restores the scalp's slightly acidic natural pH (around 4.5 to 5.5), which can be raised by alkaline shampoos. Balancing scalp pH reduces post-wash dryness, itching, and scalp sensitivity. Apply it to the clean, rinsed scalp, massage in, and rinse. It targets the scalp rather than the hair lengths, so it complements rather than replaces the Triple S Silk Treatment, which is applied to mid-lengths and ends.

  • Apply the Silk Treatment primarily to the mid-lengths and ends of the hair, avoiding the scalp for most hair types. Applying conditioner directly to the scalp can weigh down the hair at the root and contribute to scalp oiliness. For very dry scalp conditions, a small amount can be worked into the scalp, but the main conditioning effect targets the hair shaft. Leave it on for two to five minutes before rinsing for best results.

  • The 1350ml size is suitable for both home and professional use. For home use it is the best choice for households of two or more people who wash their hair frequently, as the larger size reduces how often you need to reorder and offers a lower cost per wash. For a single person washing hair every few days, the 580ml is a more practical size. Salons and professional buyers typically prefer the 1350ml for its economics and reduced restocking frequency.

  • The Triple S Shampoo and Silk Treatment are designed as a general-use hair care system rather than a type-specific formula. They are positioned for regular cleansing and conditioning without heavy oils or proteins that suit only one hair type. The SSS Scalp Treatment is most useful for those with scalp pH sensitivity, post-shampoo dryness, or itching. Full ingredient details and any specific hair type guidance are available on the individual product pages on skinsli.com.

  • Yes. Skinsli.com carries DR.CHARLES products sourced through authorized Korean B2B wholesale channels. All products are the same items available in Korean retail and professional supply, shipped with original Korean packaging.