The 10 Best Shampoos for Thinning Hair

Add some extra thickness where you need it most.
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Hair thinning is common. It took me several years to come to terms with that fact, after I lost the bounce and fullness that characterized my coif. Reputedly, the shedding of hair is the result of age, genetics, and hormones. It is inevitable, so don’t feel bad. Male-pattern baldness, however, is a different story. You’re gonna want to consult an expert, who’ll probably prescribe finasteride and minoxidil. But if all you’re after is volume and thickening, there’s no need to ingest a daily pill or reach for the Rogaine. A great shampoo will do the trick.

The best shampoos for thinning hair are all about nourishing the scalp. Having a healthy mane starts at the root, and these cleansers are specifically made with ingredients—including biotin, keratin, botanical extracts, or a combination of all of them—that'll gently strip away clogging impurities while improving blood circulation, thus allowing your follicles to flourish. You may not have the same kind of volume and strength that you had when you were younger (and that's regrettable), but if you check out one one of the options below, your spare locks will definitely get a little lift.

Thin-to-Thick Extra Volume Shampoo

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JASON
P406 AT AMAZON

Jason's paraben-free shampoo uses of biotin and panthenol to strengthen hair follicles, along with botanical extracts that'll cleanse the hair without drying it.

Rice and Wheat Volumizing Shampoo

KIEHL'S
P1,250 AT KIEHL'S

You might not cure thinning hair, but you can definitely improve it. This Kiehl's product—rich in hydrolyzed wheat protein, rice protein, and honey—gives volume back to the hair you've got.

Thickening Volume Shampoo

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BUMBLE AND BUMBLE
P1,509 AT ZALORA

The experts at Bumble and Bumble have perfected the art of specialized shampoos. You can actually feel your hair bulking up as you wash with this.

Full Shampoo

LIVING PROOF
P1,564 AT ZALORA

If your hair is thin and easily breaks or looks dull, Living Proof, with its patented healthy-hair molecule, has the perfect gentle shampoo that will add body where you want it.

Dallas Biotin Thickening Shampoo

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R+CO
P1,619 AT ZALORA

R+Co., rich with follicle-stimulating biotin, is a great option for hair that needs specialized attention. Plus, the brand's products all have a light scent that makes hair feel even fresher.

Volumising Shampoo

MOLTON BROWN
P1,664 AT ZALORA

Besides the thickening aspect, Molton Brown's shampoo—enriched with fresh nettle, a leaf that stimulates blood circulation—feels great on your scalp.

True Volume Thickening Shampoo

JACK BLACK
P1,909 AT ZALORA

Jack Black is an easy go-to for your morning routine. This shampoo uses the brand's own thickening complex to make hair appear fuller.

Thickening Shampoo

SACHAJUAN
P1,454 AT ZALORA

This one also adds extra shine, which helps improve dull or thin hair's appearance.

Stimulate-Me Wash

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KEVIN MURPHY
P2,223 AT ZALORA

As the experts at Kevin Murphy know, a thinned-out scalp needs stimulation, which helps promote hair growth from slow (and not yet dead) follicles. This shampoo does just that.

Shampoo for Magnificent Volume

ORIBE
P2,459 AT AMAZON

If you're going to opt in for a pricier option, Oribe is the way to go. The brand's shampoo is infused with polymers and rare botanical extracts that'll add volume and thicken your locks, as if it were done by a professional hair stylist.

From: Esquire US

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Barry Samaha
Barry Samaha is the style commerce editor at Esquire, where he covers all things fashion and grooming. Previously, he was an editor at Harper’s Bazaar, Surface, and WWD, along with overseeing editorial content at Tod’s Group. He has also written for The Daily Beast, Coveteur, Departures, Paper, Bustle Group, Forbes, and many more. He is based in New York City and can't seem to find enough closet space for all his shoes.
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