Are there special shampoos available for thinning hair? Absolutely! Shampoo for thinning hair can be marketing under a variety of terms. Volumizing, revitalizing, and thickening shampoos are available, as well as scalp cleansers. All of these types of products are non-medicated, although there are products that are fortified with minerals or amino acids. All of these types products are available over-the-counter, the price range is from $5 to $60, and most are easily found on the shelves at drugstores.
Hair thickeners are the first product category to consider. Hair thickeners add volume to strands by infusing them with proteins. Rather than being a coating, thickeners enhance the hair from within. The proteins add bulk, body, and manageability that counteract the miniaturization of follicles and enhance the appearance of tresses. Thickeners build volume in fine hair and are excellent products even for people who are not concerned with hair loss.
Scalp cleansers are slightly more of a treatment than a styling product. The theory behind these cleansers is that sebum (the natural oils from your scalp) can collect within the hair follicles. If enough sebum collects, it could plug up the follicles completely and prevent hair from growing. Scalp cleansers are designed to safely and effectively remove sebum, preventing clogged follicles. Regardless of whether a person's hair density is changing because of clogged pores, these products are likely to give your scalp a fresh and squeaky-clean feel that some people will find invigorating.
Thickeners, volumizers, and revitalizers are all excellent products because they are designed to cleanse and condition hair gently as well as make hair easy to style. By nature, the products leave little or no residue. Residue would weigh down the hair strands and defeat the volumizing! These products are also created with special consideration for the health of the scalp, so they tend to prevent dry scalp. Reviewers often claim that thickening shampoos cured their dandruff!
In conclusion, these types of shampoos will never add actual hair, but if you try some of the products available, you are likely to find one that makes your hair look and feel good.
They can make a tremendous difference in how you feel about your locks by helping you make the most out of what you have!
