An overview of eight shampoo products formulated to add volume, shine, and strength to fine hair types.
Key facts
- •A shampoo containing watermelon, lychee, and edelweiss uses polymers to increase hair density.
- •The gel shampoo featuring chia seed oil, biotin, and hydrolysed keratin is formulated to be colour-safe.
- •A trichologist-developed shampoo is designed to remove excess oil and product build-up.
- •Hair Ritual by Sisley products focus on scalp health and hair longevity using proteins.
- •The shampoo containing Alpha Keratin 60k is designed to lift oil at the root and add body.
- •Augustinus Bader's shampoo uses the patented TFC8 complex to clean the scalp.
Various shampoo formulations are designed to address the specific needs of fine, flat, or breakage-prone hair. These products utilize ingredients such as proteins, botanical extracts, and patented complexes to cleanse the scalp and increase hair density without adding weight.
Volume and Density Formulations
Several products focus on building body at the root. One shampoo uses a complex of watermelon, lychee, and edelweiss alongside polymers to increase density. Another gel-based option incorporates chia seed oil, biotin, and hydrolysed keratin to strengthen strands, while a third formula uses Alpha Keratin 60k to restore shine and health.
Scalp Health and Cleansing
Products designed for scalp health often target oil and product build-up. One trichologist-created shampoo removes excess oil without stripping the hair, while another uses rosemary oil and ceramides to protect the scalp barrier. Additionally, a formula featuring ginger root and edelweiss is noted for reinforcing hair fibers to reduce breakage from brushing.
Science-Backed Haircare
Some shampoos adopt a skincare-first approach to haircare. One option from Hair Ritual by Sisley uses proteins to rebuild strand structure. Another, from Augustinus Bader, utilizes a patented TFC8 complex to cleanse the scalp without causing skin irritation.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Harper's Bazaar UK.
