Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Asked 8 months ago

Do hair loss shampoos work?

I've been noticing a lot of hair fall lately, and it's making me quite worried. There are so many anti-hair loss shampoos advertised everywhere. Do these products actually help in reducing hair fall or growing new hair?

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Tenzin Bhutia Tenzin Bhutia Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago
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Shampoos only stay on your scalp for 2 minutes, so they can't miracle-grow your hair. At best, they can reduce dandruff or excess sebum which indirectly helps control shedding. If you want real hair growth, you need topical solutions like minoxidil prescribed by a doctor.

Ritu Verma Ritu Verma Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

No, shampoos don't stop hair loss permanently. They just clean the scalp and make your existing hair look a bit thicker.

Satish Chawla Satish Chawla Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

In my experience, no shampoo can bring back lost hair. We used to use simple shikakai and reetha in our days, which kept the scalp clean without harsh chemicals. Don't waste money on fancy labels; just keep your scalp clean and eat well.

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Amit Deshmukh Amit Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, spending thousands on anti-hairfall shampoos is useless if your overall health is poor. Regular cardio, walking, and getting active really helps with blood circulation to the hair roots. Pair a basic mild shampoo with some physical exercise for better results.

Farhan Ali Farhan Ali Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Most commercial hair loss shampoos only have cosmetic effects to make hair appear voluminous. For genuine androgenetic alopecia or telogen effluvium, you require a clinical diagnosis and targeted medical treatment. Please consult a dermatologist.

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Vikram Sethi Vikram Sethi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

I tried three different anti-hairfall shampoos last year while still eating street food every weekend. Needless to say, only my wallet got lighter, not my hair fall! Better to eat some protein-rich paneer and eggs instead of searching for magic shampoos.

Varsha Gokhale Varsha Gokhale Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Ho na, even I bought those expensive caffeine shampoos thinking my hair fall would stop. But it made no difference at all! Shampoos are only for cleaning, inside health is what matters for hair growth.

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