If you are concerned about the density of your hair compared to when you were younger, it may be time for a hair growth shampoo. In addition to its cleansing effect, which is the basic role of shampoo, hair-growth shampoo is also effective in regulating the scalp environment. In this issue, we pick up a carefully selected selection of “hair-growth shampoos” suitable for thinning hair and hair loss care, and recommend how to choose one and what to look for.
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Is it really good for thinning hair care? What Effects Can Be Expected from Hair Growth Shampoo?
Hair-growth shampoos are so-called scalp shampoos. It is characterized by ingredients that regulate the scalp environment, preventing dandruff, itching, and hair loss, as well as promoting blood circulation. It is also expected to increase the volume and elasticity of hair, and these effects are easily felt from the first day of use. It is important to note, however, that hair-growth shampoos do not have a hair-growth effect. They are intended only to “prevent thinning hair” by improving the scalp environment and repairing the hair. Therefore, it is important to keep in mind that it does not have a therapeutic effect.
Men who are concerned about thinning hair should not miss this. 3 points to consider when choosing a hair-growth shampoo
Recently, hair-growth shampoos have appeared from all kinds of manufacturers, and there are many major and minor shampoos to choose from. Here are three ways to choose a hair-growth shampoo that may be difficult to select.
How to choose a hair-growth shampoo (1) “Are the cleaning ingredients “gentle” to the scalp?
While shampoos with strong detergent power can thoroughly remove dirt, they may also remove more sebum than necessary. Sebum also plays a role in protecting the skin environment, so if too much is removed, the scalp environment will deteriorate, which may lead to thinning hair. For this reason, shampoos with “scalp-friendly cleansing power” should be selected. Typical shampoos are “amino acid-based” and “betaine-based” shampoos, which are said to remove dirt without removing sebum necessary for the scalp. Below is a list of ingredients for amino acid-based and betaine-based shampoos, so please check to see if they contain these ingredients when you purchase your shampoo.
| Typical amino acid-based ingredients | Na cocoyl glutamate TEA cocoyl glutamate Na lauroyl methylalanine Na cocoyl methyltaurate |
| Typical betaine-based ingredients | Cocamidopropyl betaine Lauramidopropyl betaine Palm kernel fatty acid amidopropyl betaine Lauryl betaine |
How to choose a hair-growth shampoo (2) “If it is labeled “quasi-drug” or “medicated,” it is expected to be highly effective.
As mentioned at the beginning of this article, the appeal of hair-growth shampoos lies in their ability to regulate the scalp environment. However, we should not be complacent about the name “hair-growth shampoo,” but always check to see if it contains the right ingredients to regulate the condition of the scalp. The “quasi-drug” label is a good indicator of this. Quasi-drugs are products that contain a certain concentration of ingredients that are approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare for efficacy. Therefore, shampoos that are not labeled as quasi-drugs are expected to be more effective than shampoos that are not labeled as such. Incidentally, the term “medicated” is often used to mean the same thing as quasi-drugs, so let’s keep this in mind as well.
How to choose a hair-growth shampoo (3) “It is preferable if the shampoo does not contain any harsh “additives”.
In fact, most of the ingredients in shampoo are water. Needless to say, without a preservative, the shampoo would quickly become useless, so preservatives are always included in shampoos. However, some types of preservatives are too irritating and can cause problems such as rashes and itching. What should be checked is the type of additive. Phenoxyethanol” and “parabens” are mainly used, but parabens are more irritating and can cause skin problems. Although these items are originally intended to improve the scalp environment, if they do not match the skin, the scalp environment will immediately deteriorate, so be sure to check the ingredients carefully.
Preliminary knowledge! Is “silicon shampoo” bad for scalp?
Silicon is a synthetic resin mainly composed of silicon, and is a coating agent that protects the hair cuticle. Shampoos containing silicone coat each strand of hair to make it feel smooth to the touch, and are recommended for those who are concerned about hair damage. On the other hand, however, there are rumors that ” silicones are not to be used because they can get into the pores of the scalp and cause thinning hair. In fact, there is no problem with silicone because it is a highly safe ingredient and there is no concern about it clogging the scalp in terms of particle size. However, if you do not feel like using it, avoid shampoos with ” silica ” or ” dimethicone ” on the ingredients list.
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