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Long, healthy hair seems like a thing of dreams for those struggling with hair growth. And, sure, it’s one thing to make sure your hair is strong, but it’s another to ensure that it’ll grow long. If you’re experiencing breaking or shedding, or your hair seems to be stagnant at the same length it’s always been, it might be time to boost your wash routine with some hair-growth shampoos. No, you’re not going to wake up to a flowing Rapunzel mane after a one-time use. However, a good hair-growth shampoo will give your hair the nutrient support it needs to enhance growth over time.
If you’re not sure where to begin when it comes to shopping for the best hair-growth shampoos, that’s where we come in. With the help of some of our favorite hair-care experts and dermatologists, we’ve rounded up a selective list of hair-growth shampoos that are guaranteed to boost your hair-growth goals and make those long locks of your dreams a reality.
Updated on July 17, 2025: Updated prices and checked stock for all products.
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Nioxin Hair Fall Defense Shampoo – 8.1 Fl. Oz.
Hair Type: All | Key Ingredients: Niacinamide, Caffeine, and Lauric Acid | Size: 8.1 oz
Called a “game changer” hair product by trichologist and Nioxin top artist Gabby Henderson, and a favorite of the Cut’s beauty editor Asia Milia Ware, Nioxin is what you need if you’re looking for a top hair product for strength and growth. With a five-star rating and rave reviews on Ulta, this shampoo nourishes and deeply cleanses hair to promote growth, with 93 percent of people reporting less hair fall in 12 weeks, according to Nioxin’s benefits.
Seen Shampoo
Hair Type: All | Key Ingredients: Hemisqualane and bisabol | Size: 8.6 oz | Vegan and Cruelty Free
Dr. Iris Rubin founded the hair-care brand SEEN with a mission to create a product that not only promotes healthy hair but also skin, with formulas that are clinically proven to be both non-comedogenic (a.k.a. won’t clog your pores) and safe for those with sensitive skin. The award-winning sulfate-free shampoo — praised by the National Eczema Association as one of the best hair shampoos for sensitive skin — is formulated with ingredients like hemisqualane, a plant-sugar-derived alternative to silicone that reduces frizz, and bisabol, which helps to smooth skin properties.
Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair
Hair Type: All | Key Ingredients: Biosurfactant, prebiotics, and vegan protein | Size: 8.1 oz | Vegan
If you’re someone who’s been on a personal hair-growth journey for some time now, then you’re probably already familiar with Nutrafol and its best-selling Hair Growth Supplements. Now you can pair the supplements with the brand’s latest shampoo and conditioner products. (And as someone who has used the supplements and noticed a true difference in my hair texture and growth, naturally, I jumped at the chance to try out these wash products.) Made with prebiotics that help strengthen the scalp barrier and natural ingredients such as Australian wild berries, an antioxidant, the product works to protect the scalp and provide it with nourishment and hydration. The physician-formulated shampoo also visibly improves hair volume, strength, and texture in just two weeks of consistent use.
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Bumble and Bumble Thickening Volumizing Shampoo
Hair Type: Fine hair | Key Ingredients: Panthenol | Size: 8.5 fl oz. | Cruelty Free
Remove unwanted buildup on your scalp with this lightweight shampoo from Bumble and Bumble. Plus, when reviewers paired this with the other products of the line, they noticed a visible change in the thickness of their hair.
Redken Extreme Length Shampoo
Hair Type: Damaged, brittle | Key Ingredients: Biotin, amino acids, castor oil, soy proteins | Size: 10.1 oz
If you’re prone to breakage, Redken’s “anti-snap” formula is for you. With a complex blend of amino acids and arginine, this shampoo works to strengthen and fortify damaged and brittle hair — making it stronger to avoid that breakage you so fear. The shampoo also works to manage and treat dry, damaged hair for softer locks that aren’t stripped of nutrients. An added plus for the shampoo: Its lightweight formula doesn’t weigh the hair down or make it oily — ideal for those with fine and thin hair (like myself) who are hesitant to use anything that might make the hair appear limp with no body.
Nécessaire Rosemary Shampoo
Hair Type: Thin | Key Ingredients: Pure rosemary oil and five plant proteins | Size: 8.4 oz | Cruelty Free
Hair growth relies heavily on scalp health. Treat the source with this shampoo formulated with rosemary oil to help target your hair-follicle restoration. Its strong scent might not be for everyone, but after a few uses, you’ll see how your hair becomes easier to manage.
Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Nutri-Fortifiant Shampoo
Hair Type: Damage, dryness, and thinning hair | Key Ingredients: Edelweiss native cells and ginger root | Size: 8.5 oz
This is another shampoo that helps strengthen the hair and prevent breakage, harnessing the power of two ingredients that are known to help with hair loss: edelweiss native cells and ginger root. So if you struggle with fallout and you want longer hair, you’ll love this one. The consistency is creamy and rich but not too heavy (even for people with thin hair).
Sisley Paris Hair Rituel
Hair Type: Dry, damaged | Key Ingredients: Camellia oil | Size: 6.7 oz
Yes, this liquid-to-foam shampoo is quite expensive, but a little goes a long way, so it’ll last you awhile. Not only does it help with hair health and growth, but it also adds volume and makes the hair look more full when styled. It enhances shine and softness as well, since it’s formulated with minerals, antioxidants, vitamin B5, and vitamin E.
Vegamour GRO Revitalizing Shampoo for Thinning Hair
Hair Type: Damage, thinning hair| Key Ingredients: Cannabidiol | Size: 8 oz | Cruelty Free
Co-developed by dermatologists, Vegamour’s shampoo is a top-rated favorite. Designed for those experiencing severe shedding and stunted growth, the popular volumizing shampoo helps to remove buildup without stripping or drying out strands, especially for fragile hair textures. For the best results while using the shampoo, the directions recommend you lather a quarter-size amount onto wet hair and leave in for one minute in order to let the active ingredient (cannabidiol, a.k.a. CBD) set into the hair before rinsing it out. And to top it off, the shampoo has a refreshing citrusy scent, which makes washing your hair even more blissful.
Cécred Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual
Hair Type: All | Key Ingredients: Hydrolyzed rice and fermented rice powder, biotin, and rose powder | Size: Contains four packets of Step 1 and four packets of Step 2 | Cruelty Free
When Beyoncé announced she was launching a hair-care line earlier this year, all of us here at the Cut couldn’t wait to try each and every Cécred product. And while everyone really, really liked the Clarifying Shampoo and Scalp Scrub and the Moisturizing Deep Conditioner, when it comes to hair growth, Cécred’s Dr. Kari Williams recommends this Protein Ritual from the line. “This treatment is excellent for promoting length retention and strengthening the hair. It combines powerful ingredients like hydrolyzed rice protein, biotin, and fermented rice powder to fortify the hair, reduce breakage, and support overall hair vitality with hair that is two times shinier,” she says of the two-step ritual, which makes hair three times more resistant to breakage for longer, stronger hair. “The inclusion of rose powder and antioxidants also helps maintain a healthy scalp, which is essential for strong, resilient hair.”
Oribe Serene Scalp Densifying Shampoo
Hair Type: All | Key Ingredients: Peptides, Redensyl, pea-sprout extract | Size: 8.5 fl oz. | Cruelty Free
Oribe suits all hair types, but the brand is a favorite for those with coily and curly hair. The lightly scented shampoo gently cleanses the hair and scalp while thickening the hair strands and preventing excess shedding. Using a blend of peptides and pea-sprout extract, the shampoo promotes a healthier scalp and fuller hair.
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