9 shampoos to help with hair loss

Science-backed solutions for your scalp.

The right shampoo ingredients can make a difference Thinning hair and hair loss happen. But by finding the underlying cause and taking a trial-and-error approach to the products you use, you may be able to help limit the damage. Certain active ingredients have a solid scientific basis, so we reviewed the data and vetted nine shampoos that contain compounds and minerals proven to help strengthen hair and reduce thinning. ♻️ The Yellow Bird Peppermint Shampoo Bar: Best eco-friendly option. Contains peppermint essential oil, which "has been shown to thicken hair or make it healthier and less prone to breakage." Plus, the bar format eliminates plastic waste. 🫧 Nutrafol Root Purifier Shampoo: Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp environment. Using a purifying shampoo can help. ⛱️ Herbal Essences BioRenew Argan Oil Shampoo: Ideal for sun-damaged hair, this shampoo contains histidine, an amino acid that "absorbs excess copper from hair, shielding it from UVA and UVB damage," along with aloe vera to strengthen and promote fullness. ⚠️ A word of caution: Though it's possible for some people to grow back hair after thinning or loss, results vary from person to person and are based on different fact Want to know exactly what each ingredient does and which shampoo contains what? We've broken down the complete science, revealed our #1 overall pick that combines multiple active ingredients, plus how to match the right shampoo to your specific cause of hair thinning... SEE THEM ALL We'll be back in 2 weeks! — Healthline Newsletter Team FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Now's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Now are owned by RVO Health. Until next time,

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