We recently spoke to Dr Sharon Wong to find out everything you need to know about hair loss [1]. She emphasised minimising external UV and heat damage and going easy on the hair dye to prevent further hair loss. Along with those, using the right products to protect the hair should be the first steps to strengthen thinning hair. Unfortunately, most hair loss shampoo won't promote actual hair growth, but this isn't to say that specifically designed shampoos aren't beneficial, as they'll make the hair that's left feel thicker, fuller, and healthier. In addition to taking note of specific ingredients to help hair growth, you might find that sulphate-free shampoo makes a difference to overall hair health, too. I found that switching to sulphate-free shampoo dramatically changed the condition of my scalp [2] and overall hair condition.
If you're worried about thinning hair or hair loss or looking to strengthen your locks, these are the nine best shampoos that will keep your hair healthy on the road to regrowth.
Reseed Fortifying Shampoo
Reseed Fortifying Shampoo [3] (£18) uses natural herb extracts to help restore hair structure and density, promising to deliver results in just 12 weeks.
Roots Double Effect Sensitive Shampoo
Roots Double Effect Sensitive Shampoo [4] (£10) contains procapil, which helps to restore and fight hair loss naturally. The formula is paraben, sulphate, and silicone free to ensure sensitive scalps are protected against irritation.
Vichy Dercos Aminexil Energy Shampoo
Vichy Dercos Aminexil Energy Shampoo 200ml [5] (£9) uses a patented molecule called Aminexil designed to maintain hair density and reduce hair loss.
Bumble and Bumble Full Potential Shampoo
Bumble and Bumble Full Potential Shampoo [6] (£24) helps to reduce hair loss by stopping breakage to prevent thinning, as well as protecting hair from UV damage.
Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Scalp Care Anti-Thinning Shampoo
Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Scalp Care Anti-Thinning Shampoo [7] (£17) works to make hair appear thicker and stimulate the scalp using kakaku plum, pea peptides, and ginseng.
Phyto Phytologist 15 Anti-Hair Thinning Shampoo
Phyto Phytologist 15 Anti-Hair Thinning Shampoo [8] (£17) restores thinning hair by stimulating the scalp to help rebuild body and strength by using plant extracts.
Grow Gorgeous Hair Density Shampoo Intense
Grow Gorgeous Hair Density Shampoo Intense [9] (£19) is full of amino acids, biotin, caffeine, and vitamins, all known for boosting hair density and supporting healthy hair follicles.
L'Oreal Professionnel Serioxyl Shampoo For Natural Thinning Hair
L'Oreal Professionnel Serioxyl Shampoo For Natural Thinning Hair [10] (£14) has a whole host of advanced ingredients to promote visibly thicker and fuller looking hair.
Plantur 39 Phyto-Caffeine Shampoo For Fine, Brittle Hair
Plantur 39 Phyto-Caffeine Shampoo For Fine, Brittle Hair [11] (£9) was created by experts in dermatology and trichology to develop ingredients and products that help premature hair loss. Although the formulas are designed for a specific demographic, it can protect the roots of younger hair, too.