Hair loss is more common than you think and can happen to anyone. According to Dr. Eric Schweiger of Schweiger Dermatology Group in NYC, causes range from “’androgenetic’ or hormone-related hair loss, stress related-hair loss, also called ‘telogen effluvium,’ and dandruff. Medications, vitamin deficiencies, thyroid disorders, excess styling, and autoimmune disorders can also cause hair loss and thinning.” But the good news is there are viable solutions, starting with topical growth treatments.
When it comes to a hair growth shampoo, you have two options: prescriptions or over-the-counter treatments. Prescription shampoos like ketoconazole are “anti-androgenetic,” which means they prevent two hormones associated with hair loss—testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT)—by “targeting hair growth at the site of the follicle and helping to interrupt the hormone cycle locally that causes thinning,” explains Schweiger. “Over-the-counter growth shampoos typically contain amino acids and antioxidants to provide the components to rebuild hair as well as reduce damage and inflammation.”
Quick, think about all of your favorite hair growth products—supplements, serums, so on, so forth. Did shampoo cross your mind? Well, it should’ve. Although hair loss may be genetic (and require drugs or procedures to temper or reverse), you’ll start addressing it by changing how you cleanse. “There could be a benefit to using shampoos that support scalp health,” says Doris Day, a Manhattan-based dermatologist who makes a speciality of hair loss, a difficulty which will affect 50 percent of girls within their lifetimes. For those experiencing it, Day tells patients to use shampoo to their scalp before showering, leave it on for about 10 minutes, then rinse, therefore the ingredients can really soak in; she also prefers formulas full of antioxidants, vitamins, or mucopolysaccharide. Not so sure if your shampoo makes the cut?
Ahead, are some of the best shampoos for anti-hair loss, which is available around California:
Nioxin System 1 Cleanser Shampoo
“Nioxin cleanser is good for general hair thinning,” says Schweiger. Plus, nine out of ten people note a thickening of their hair when using the Nioxin treatment system.
Playa California Salt Shampoo
Half scrub, half shampoo, this genius formula from Playa only needs to be slathered on once a week. Although you won’t use it often, it still deep cleans your hair with soothing tea tree oil and flake-fighting sea salt.
Art Naturals Organic Argan Oil Hair Loss Shampoo
Art Naturals Argan Oil Shampoo contains DHT blockers that job to stop damage and further hair loss. it’s over 1,000 reviews on Amazon and users reported noticeable hair growth within the primary period of use.
Rahua Hydration Shampoo
You can thank three oils—morete, sacha inchi, and rahua—for this shampoo’s seriously hydrating formula. Oh, and they deliver a load of vitamins and antioxidants straight to your scalp, too.
Strong HairPro Hair Care Products (SHP Conditioner)
Technically a conditioner, but we’ll let it slide. The formula works to strengthen the hair from the root and avoid breakage. It also targets DHT buildup, which is the primary cause of alopecia.
Laritelle Organic Shampoo
This certified organic shampoo is free of parabens and sulfates. Instead, it’s made with naturally derived ingredients like ginger and cedarwood to promote hair growth.
Brigeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Coconut Oil Micro-Exfoliating Shampoo
This shampoo removes buildup and strengthens with super-vitamin panthenol. The scrubby texture gets your scalp extra-clean—because longer, stronger hair starts at the source.
Shea Moisture Sheamoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Strengthen & Restore Shampoo, 16.3 Oz
This shampoo cleanses the scalp without drying it out like harsh chemicals can do. You’ll get a powerful shampoo without compromising moisture.
Cold Processed Hair Cleanse
Act+Acre’s entire three-step system is dedicated to scalp health—it even starts with the cold-pressed Scalp Detox. For those new to scalp care, start with the chic shampoo first.
OGX Extra Strength Tea Tree Mint Shampoo
If you suffer from dandruff, try this invigorating and cooling shampoo. It leaves your scalp feeling minty fresh thanks to clarifying tea tree oil, witch hazel, and peppermint extract.
Paul Mithcell Tea Tree Scalp Care Anti-Thinning Shampoo
Another minty one! This anti-thinning shampoo beefs up strands with each use.
Pure Biology Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo
Filled with active ingredients like biotin and keratin, the shampoo aims to promote the body’s own abilities for hair growth. The formula stimulates the cells responsible for hair follicle development.
Ultrax Labs Hair Surge Caffeine Hair Loss Hair Growth Stimulating Shampoo
The caffeine compounds during this shampoo works to cut back hair loss by stimulating hair follicles.
Keranique Scalp Stimulating Shampoo
This is the perfect preventative shampoo. The nutrient-rich cleansing treatment contains a keratin complex that strengthens hair to avoid breakage or loss due to heat or damaging products.