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Remedy thinning hair, bald spots, and shedding.
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The formulas on this list met Shape’shigh standards for efficacy, value, and cost.
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“This stuff really works and, thankfully, never leaves any residue behind.”
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for all hair types.A bonus?
Plated Skin Science’s innovative formula is what makes board-certified dermatologistDr.
Andrea Austina major fan.
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Consider a hair-growth supplement likeNutrafolfor additional assistance in growing fuller, healthier hair.
After testingKerastase’s Initialiste Scalp & Hair Serum, Shapeeditors immediately understood why its a fan-favorite.
After six weeks, testers found their hair looked impressively thicker and brush bristles less plagued with hair post-brushing.
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The lightweight, virtually fragrance-free serum left no pesky residue on their strands, either a pleasant surprise.
Bridgette Hill, a trichologist and colorist at thePaul Labreque Salon, enjoys this lightweight serum.
“With this product, I like to tell people, ‘If you want hair, put it there.
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For best results, the Follicle Energizer must be applied to freshly shampooed scalps up to twice daily.
Hoping for impressively thicker hair?
The Nue Co. Supa Thick Scalp Serum can do the trick.
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Theres a reason shoppers swoon over theVegamour GRO Hair Serum.
Testers were wowed by Briogeo’s fast-acting Destined for Density MegaStrength+ Peptide Density Serum formula during testing.
However, when it comes to volume and density, this serum is a win.
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Castor oil is another common ingredient in hair growth formulations due to its antimicrobial and antifungal abilities.
Our testers love the ease of use of this oil.
It’s important to apply this serum daily for the most noticeable results.
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If you have oily hair, you need The Hair Oil in your life.
This sunflower seed oil-based hair serum conditions and strengthens strands, reducing shedding and hair loss.
They targeted the mid-shafts and ends of their hair, noticing instantly smoother-looking strands sans greasiness or residue.
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Viviscal Hair Thickening Serum is the perfect treatment for those desiring a more voluminous mane.
Anyone experiencing aging in the scalp and with their strands will find that this serum truly does it all.
“Some formulations also help reduce scalp inflammation and provide a healthy environment for hair growth.
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Youll want to refer to the package instructions, as not all formulas are applied similarly.
It can take up to 12 weeks to see results, so stay patient and consistent.
Medical conditions such as autoimmune alopecia areata can cause significant hair loss.”
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“Identifying the cause of hair loss is highly important.
Zinc and selenium sulfide can reduce yeast and dandruff, says the expert.
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Madison Barberis a Shape writer and beauty fanatic.
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