Thinning Hair? What Actually Helps: Shampoos, Serums and Supplements

Noticing more hair in your brush, a wider part or less volume than before? You are not alone. Thinning hair is one of the most common concerns our hairdressers hear from clients, women and men. Here is a practical look at what can help.

First, understand the cause

Hair can thin for many reasons: genetics, hormonal changes, stress, diet, illness, styling damage or breakage. If shedding is sudden or significant, see your doctor or a dermatologist first, since some causes need medical care.

Thickening shampoos and conditioners

A good thickening shampoo cleanses the scalp without weighing hair down and makes each strand look fuller. Popular choices include Kérastase Densifique Bain Densité, Kérastase Genesis Homme Bain de Force, and ACTIIV Recover for Women and ACTIIV Recover for Men.

Kérastase Densifique Bain DensitéKérastase Genesis Homme Bain de ForceACTIIV Recover for WomenACTIIV Recover for Men

Leave-in serums and scalp care

A healthy scalp is the foundation for healthy-looking hair. Daily leave-in serums such as ACTIIV Thickening Hair Serum or Viviscal Thin to Thick Elixir are designed for the scalp and roots. Browse our full scalp care collection for scrubs and tonics.

ACTIIV Thickening Hair SerumViviscal Thin to Thick Elixir

Supplements

Some clients add a hair supplement such as Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements. Supplements take time, usually several months, and are best discussed with your doctor if you take other medications or have health conditions.

Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements

Styling habits that help

• Use heat protection and lower heat settings.
• Avoid tight ponytails and buns that pull at the hairline.
• Detangle gently from the ends up, and swap rough towels for a soft or silk wrap.
• Get regular trims to remove breakage and keep ends looking fuller.

Explore our hair loss & thinning collection, or book a consultation with one of our hairdressers to build a routine for your hair.