11 Shampoos for Hair Loss: What Works and What Doesn’t

You can see it on the floor and in the drain: You’re shedding more than normal and want it to stop. A friend swears by a trendy shampoo, but can any shampoo actually help with hair loss?

Some shampoos are gentler or harsher on your hair, but none treat hair loss. Brands have made that promise before, and at least two large class-action lawsuits have challenged such claims.

Below, you’ll find what to do if you’re losing hair, which shampoo ingredients might matter, and what to avoid.

Key Takeaways

• Shampoos support scalp health and reduce breakage, not treat medical hair loss.

• Actives like caffeine, ketoconazole, niacinamide, and rosemary can reduce inflammation and shedding.

• Match formulation to needs: lightweight for fine or oily, hydrating for dry or textured.

• Massage scalp, let shampoo sit briefly, rinse, use suitable conditioner, limit heat and chemicals.

How to Choose the Right Formula for Your Hair and Scalp

Hair types and scalp issues call for different formulas:

• Fine or oily hair: Choose lightweight, volumizing shampoos that keep strands lifted instead of weighing them down.

• Dry, textured, or curly hair: Hydrating shampoos are important, and dermatologists often suggest washing every few days. Washing less frequently can reduce how well the ingredients work.

• Dandruff-prone or inflamed scalps: Actives like ketoconazole or caffeine may calm inflammation and address shedding at the source.

How To Get The Best Results

• As you shampoo, massage the scalp to support circulation, and let the lather rest a couple of minutes before rinsing.

• Pair with a conditioner that fits your hair: hydrating for dry textures, lightweight for fine strands.

• After towel-drying, apply 1 to 2 drops of Keyoma Batana Oil with Rosemary Serum. Rub between your palms, then smooth through mid-lengths and ends to lock in moisture, tame frizz, and support fuller-looking growth.

• Limit heat tools and strong chemical services that can stress fragile new growth.

• Don’t add a bunch of new products at once; it makes it harder to see what actually helps.

11 Best Hair Growth Shampoos

Before the picks, here’s how to use this list. These shampoos don’t treat medical hair loss. They support scalp health and reduce breakage, which can help hair look fuller.

We prioritized gentle cleansers and actives such as:

• Caffeine

• Ketoconazole

• Niacinamide

• Rosemary

• Proteins

• Ceramides

and we steered clear of:

• Harsh sulfates

• Parabens

• Isopropyl alcohol

• Triclosan

Pick a lightweight formula if your hair is fine or tends to get oily. Choose a hydrating formula for dry or textured hair. Add targeted actives if you have dandruff or scalp inflammation. If shedding is persistent or patchy, speak with a clinician; shampoo is only one part of a complete plan.

1. Vegamour GRO+ Advanced Replenishing Shampoo

The Vegamour Gro+ Advanced Replenishing Shampoo stood out most among the hair-growth options we tried. This skincare-inspired wash gently exfoliates the scalp to clear buildup and cleanses without stripping the hair.

I used it consistently for six weeks, following the brand’s advice to leave it on for a minute so the active (cannabidiol, or CBD) can work. CBD may help with hair loss by calming scalp inflammation and balancing oil production.

Hair grew about a half-inch more than usual, and my hair felt softer, with a pleasant mild herbal scent. Sulfate-free formulas don’t create a big, foamy lather, so set expectations accordingly. I noticed consistency mattered; skipping washes tended to blunt results for me.

2. Garnier Fructis Grow Strong Shampoo

Garnier is known for budget-friendly products and bright, fruity scents, so it’s no surprise the line made our list as a favorite drugstore shampoo to support growth.

Results weren’t as dramatic as some, but Grow Strong did appear to thicken strands, encourage baby hairs, and help reduce breakage. Apple extract and niacinamide work together to fortify for shinier, stronger hair.

One friend noticed fewer hairs in the drain while testing this formula. Her hair and scalp felt clean after washing, and it rinsed away easily without leaving buildup. The fluffy lather, classic apple scent, and large pump bottle sealed the deal for her.

3. BondiBoost HG Shampoo

If you want a shampoo that supports growth and also strengthens without being too intense, this fits the bill. BondiBoost’s thinning-hair shampoo uses a gentle, plant-derived blend to encourage hair growth.

With aloe vera and saw palmetto extract, the vegan formula cleanses and hydrates without stripping natural oils. It’s safe for color- or chemically treated hair.

My brother enjoyed testing this BondiBoost pick. He credited ingredients like rosemary oil that stimulate growth plus the brand’s Redensyl and Procapil, often called “nature’s minoxidil,” for giving him a boost.

He also liked the cooling, minty scent. If you want the best duo for growth support, pair it with the brand’s HG Conditioner.

4. Luseta Beauty Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo

This hydrating shampoo from Luseta nourishes dry, coarse hair to support new growth and reduce breakage, thanks to castor oil and shea butter. It doesn’t promise overnight length—instead, it focuses on a healthy scalp and hair, which we noticed when we tried it.

After a short time, hair feels a bit denser and somewhat stronger. If you have dry hair, the moisturizing base replenishes without residue. The thicker texture makes it harder to spread and build lather, but it rinses cleanly.

 This sulfate-free formula means those with color-treated hair can relax knowing their color won’t dull.

5. Oribe Hair Alchemy Shampoo

We all love a good blowout or using a curling wand to create easy beachy waves. Your hair, however, might disagree.

If your strands feel brittle or beat up, they need some TLC. Enter Oribe's Hair Alchemy Shampoo, a strengthening wash that aims to fortify weak, damaged hair by forming a protective layer around each strand to reduce breakage and limit fallout.

After steady use for six weeks, hair tends to feel smoother and look shinier with fewer flyaways and more body. The subtle floral fragrance is a nice touch. Because it’s sulfate-free, you may need more product to build a satisfying lather.

6. Alodia Nourish & Hydrate Creme Shampoo

Those with natural hair often reach for Alódia’s Nourishing Creme Shampoo because it’s less likely to weaken fibers. A friend tried it on her thick, curly hair and saw more baby hairs and less shedding and hair loss by the end of testing.

This formula includes bakuchiol seed oil, which has anti-inflammatory properties that support a healthier scalp, along with avocado oil to nourish and protect. She also felt her hair was fuller, smoother, and shinier.

There’s a light astringent feel (likely from the peppermint oil) without being too harsh. Peppermint oil can help ease itching and flaking while stimulating the scalp. The low-lather, sulfate-free texture isn’t for everyone, and she didn’t see a big change in flyaways.

7. Miriam Quevedo Black Baccara Shampoo

This is a solid restorative option for growth and thickness from Miriam Quevedo. It uses a multi-bond strengthener to counter hair-fiber damage from chemical, heat, or environmental stressors.

After six weeks with this shampoo, hair appears thicker and fuller. It seemed to nudge growth a bit, but didn’t clearly reduce shedding or spark new strands. You may find it strengthened hair enough that blow-drying, brushing, and tight ponytails felt less damaging than before.

It also has a soft rose water scent, adding a touch of luxury. Although it contains keratin, one thing you might still want is better smoothing flyaways or added shine, so keep styling products handy if that’s your goal.

8. Kérastase Densifique Shampoo

Kérastase Densifique claims to visibly thicken hair while strengthening from root to tip. A friend of mine experienced this and said her typically flat, oily strands had more body.

She saw a difference even after one use, with hair that looked naturally fuller than before testing.  

The blend features hyaluronic acid to plump and help prevent breakage, plus peptides that enter the cuticle to reinforce it. Alongside volume and thickness, it cleansed well and removed scalp buildup.

The fragrance includes bergamot, pink mint, musk, and cedar, so if you’re scent-sensitive, this may not be ideal.

9. Nécessaire Rosemary Shampoo

Necessaire is famous for its body scrubs, and the brand has your scalp covered too. The Rosemary Shampoo targets thinning at the source by focusing on scalp health and hair-follicle care.

Researchers observed that rosemary oil supports growth, stimulates the scalp, and can improve circulation. Combined with proteins and ceramides, the formula works to repair the scalp and nourish hair.

After a little over a month, my scalp felt less itchy. Along with a calmer scalp, my hair seemed softer, stronger, and easier to manage. If you’re sensitive to fragrance, the herbal scent may not suit you.

10. Briogeo Destined For Density Shampoo

Often cited for effects on the hair cycle, caffeine is one of this shampoo’s active ingredients. Like many hair-thickening products, it also includes biotin and zinc to strengthen and smooth while visibly adding volume to flat hair.

I tried the formula and noticed a silky slip on application. The lightweight texture still made my hair look thicker and healthier, and it lathered quickly.

I liked the soft scent as well. After a month, I saw denser-looking hair, a bit less shedding, and a calmer scalp. It takes time to see changes, so patience helps.

11. Kitsch Rice Water Shampoo Bar for Hair Growth

More people are turning to bar shampoo for easier travel and less plastic waste. As the name says, this Kitsch bar contains rice water protein, which can help repair damaged follicles and reduce split ends for longer, healthier hair over time.

We didn’t see rapid growth, but my friend enjoyed noticeably smoother, shinier, easier-to-manage hair after six weeks. Her hair felt clean, refreshed, and very soft. It lathered well for a solid bar and never left residue, a common bar-shampoo complaint. A family member with a sensitive scalp felt calmer with cooler rinse water after bars.

Pair Your Hair Growth Shampoo With Keyoma Batana Oil

Treat hair-loss shampoos as a hygiene and breakage-control step, not your primary regrowth treatment.  Choose formulas without sulfates, isopropyl alcohol, parabens, or triclosan to lower irritation and breakage risk. 

Massage the scalp while washing, let the lather sit briefly, then rinse clean and pair with a conditioner that fits your hair type. 

To keep the routine gentle and add slip during a brief daily massage after you wash, finish with Keyoma’s Batana Oil with Rosemary to seal light moisture and keep the scalp comfortable alongside your plan.