8 Thickening Shampoos to Have on Your Radar If You're Experiencing Hair Loss

If you have noticed that your hair is falling out at a faster rate than usual, please know that you are not alone. In fact, new research from Philip Kingsley shows that 75% of British women are worried about hair loss, with 42% currently experiencing loss or thinning. And the truth is, hair loss needn't always be such a scary thing. There are wide-ranging factors that can contribute to hair thinning including, breakage, stress, age, genetics, hormonal imbalances, and other illnesses just to name a few. Having said that, before we go any further it is worth saying that if you are feeling as though your hair loss is a worsening issue, we highly recommend booking in to see your GP. 

The good news though is that for most, hair loss isn't anything to be majorly concerned about—sometimes it's just part and parcel of life. But despite the fact it's a common issue, we totally understand that hair loss is a situation that many people want to rectify. And luckily, there are some things you can do to thicken things up. 

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The best starting point when attempting to deal with hair loss is to take a look at the shampoo you are using. If your hair loss is scalp-related, it's likely that swapping your current shampoo out for a specialist product aimed at hair loss will make a difference. "The health of your scalp plays a vital role in hair growth. Everything from scalp inflammation and microbial imbalances to genetics and hormonal sensitivities can impact the health of your hair follicles, and the hairs that emerge from them. Use daily topical products to help stimulate and protect your scalp from both internal and external aggressors, " says consultant trichologist Anabel Kingsley.

With that in mind, though, it's important to know the limitations of topical products. "Know what your hair loss products are doing and what you can realistically expect from them. Leave-on topical products can make a lasting difference to your hair growth cycle, the rate of hair shedding, and the health of your hair follicles. Wash-off formulas such as shampoos, conditioners and sprays will help with instant aesthetics and breakage," she adds.

If you're experiencing hair fall, hair loss or just want to thicken up your lengths a little, keep scrolling to shop the eight best shampoos for hair loss.

1. Philip Kingsley Density Thickening Shampoo

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2. Virtue Flourish Shampoo For Thinning Hair

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3. Kérastase Genesis Bain Hydra-Fortifiant Shampoo

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4. Dr. Barbara Sturm Anti-Hair Fall Shampoo

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5. Aveda Invati Advanced Exfoliating Light Shampoo

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6. Viviscal Densifying Shampoo

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7. Klorane Strengthening Shampoo

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8. Pantene Grow Strong Shampoo

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Freelance Beauty Editor

Shannon Lawlor is a renowned beauty journalist and has contributed to Who What Wear’s beauty content since 2020. As a leading beauty editor, expert and brand consultant, she has over eight years of experience working for some of the industry’s most esteemed titles, including Who What Wear (of course), Glamour UK, Stylist, Refinery29 and Fabulous.

Having also worked behind the scenes with some of the industry’s biggest brands and retailers, Shannon has a unique insight into what people really want from their beauty routines. Understanding that beauty lovers seek honest, open and responsible advice, she has it made her mission to demystify the intimidating world of beauty, taking a no-frills approach to the most relatable topics.

While Shannon is the first to admit she doesn’t hold the answer to every beauty question out there, she is dedicated to sharing her expert insights in a bid to help. As a self-proclaimed lazy girl, Shannon has an affinity for easy-to-use, foolproof beauty products and has made it her mission to scope out the best of the best.

When she’s not working, Shannon is likely soaking in the bath or giving no-holds-barred beauty reviews on Instagram from her bathroom floor.