Thin hair? Who's to tell with these top-rated thickening shampoos
If you find your hair is lacking a little va va voom, you’re not alone. Sure, natural hair thinning is inevitable (ICYDK, it's normal to lose between 50 to 100 hairs a day) but even so, there's no harm in wanting an extra oomph in the volume department.
Of course, we can't all be blessed with strands that look like we've got layers of extensions, but the good news is that there's an answer and that's a shampoo for thinning hair.
Why is my hair thinning?
So, you’ve started to notice your hair is looking a bit sparse? First of all, don’t panic, hair loss is totally normal. However, if you notice more extensive patches of hair loss, it could be down to a few things.
Hormones will play a part so it could be menstruation or changes to your pill that’s causing this upset. Lifestyle changes such as diet, high stress levels, iron deficiency, or a side effect to a medication can all be reasons, so it's advised to speak to your doctor if you’re concerned about substantial hair loss.
Can a shampoo really regrow hair?
We’ll cut to the chase, the short answer is no. A shampoo won't magically grow you Rapunzel-like locks but what a dedicated formula can do is create a happy environment for hair to grow and make fragile strands more robust, so hair doesn’t snap or break as easily.
Many are formulated with clarifying ingredients to rid the scalp of product build-up and grime, helping to promote growth. If you have a particularly sensitive scalp, try switching to a sulphate-free shampoo as they're formulated with very mild surfactants to cleanse. And alongside scalp benefits, these shampoos can physically plump the appearance of your strands, making your hair appear much thicker and fuller.
We've tested our way through many bottles that promise to thicken the appearance of hair. Here are the ones that came out on top.
Best thickening shampoos...
Full Cover Hair 01 Anti-Thinning Hard Water Shampoo
How often do you think about the water you use to wash your hair? We guess, not often. Turns out, hard water that's filled with heavy metals can have a huge impact on the health of your hair.
Luckily, Hello Klean's Anti-Thinning Hard Water Shampoo is here to take on the job by neutralising these damaging metals that can dry out your hair, while helping to restore hair back to its natural plumpness.
Thickening Shampoo
You may know Revitalash for its iconic lash growth serum, but the brand also has some exceptional haircare that helps to boost length and volume.
The Thickening Shampoo focuses on the scalp, feeding it with flax protein, ginseng and loquat leaf to create the perfect condition for hair growth. It's then supported by panthenol to increase hydration and therefore a plump result.
For an extra body boost, pair the shampoo with the Volume Enhancing Hair Foam to get those roots sky high.
Fine Hair
If you fancy taming frizz (and just note that frizz doesn't necessarily = damaged hair), then this formula has your back. Chia seed oil encourages your hair to hold onto moisture, therefore preventing breakage and encouraging shine, while biotin keeps your hair follicles strong to encourage healthy growth. And, of course being OUAI, it lingers with a subtle floral fragrance. Yum!
Volume Injection Shampoo
Redken's Volume Injection Shampoo does exactly what it says on the tin. The rich formula lathers up well, giving your strands a good cleanse and ridding roots of daily dirt and grime.
As for its volume boosting prowess, it's formulated with filloxane and silicone polymers to bring back shape and body into hair that's looking a little lifeless.
7-in-1 Thickening Treatment Shampoo
We all love a bit of hyaluronic acid in our skincare routines, so why not put it on hair too? This shampoo is formulated with the hydrating ingredient – plus a load of others, such as glycerin – to repair damaged ends that have seen one too many heat tools.
Things don't stop there! The formula also contains keratin, a common ingredient used in reparative hair care as it works to heal damaged bonds and to create a smoother appearance.
Flourish Shampoo for Thinning Hair
We get it, this is a bit of a splurge for a shampoo, but with the XXL volume it injects into limp hair, you'll never have to book in for a blow dry again.
The brand’s signature keratin proteins reduces frizz and creates a smooth result, while also adding major volume to the roots. With a great clarifying formula on your side, stick to this and the shampoo will remove build-up, creating the best environment for new hairs to sprout through.
Get Set, Grow Thickening Shampoo
You don’t need to spend a fortune to get red carpet-worthy volume – case and point, this shampoo will set you back less than a tenner.
The formula is rich in our fave hydrating ingredient, hyaluronic acid, which helps to promote softer and shinier locks. And because hair is being loaded with hydration, strands will appear thicker, too and flow with a lotta body and bounce.
Density Thickening Shampoo
BHAs in our skincare may be old news, but in our haircare? Now that's exciting stuff. When used in a shampoo, BHAs can be a game-changer when it comes to getting rid of pesky flakes and dandruff.
Philip Kingsley's Density Thickening Shampoo is packed with BHAs, working to exfoliate dandruff without causing irritation. By creating this optimal environment on your noggin, you're more likely to see growth and overall volume.
Stimulate Me Wash
If you and your hair straightener have a close relationship, it's time to pick up bottle of Kevin Murphy's Stimulate Me Wash. With a mix of keratin, mint and amino acids, it does a great job at wakening up lazy follicles to encourage new growth.
Don't be put off that it was initially designed to treat men's hair (the patriarchy *sigh*), but after all, they do know a lot about hair thinning.
Thickening Collagen Complex Shampoo
We're well-versed in the benefits of collagen by now. Be it in chocolate, supplement, skincare or powder format, we'll take it. So, we were keen to see if it made any impact on underwhelming strands, too.
The rich lather of this shampoo deeply cleanses, while feeding dehydrated strands with collagen to leave them feeling softer, fuller and more moisturised. Stay loyal to it and over time you may notice less fall out and breakages too.
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