Luscious, long hair is a want, not a need, so finding shampoos for hair growth is a must if you want to achieve that. Of course, finding the right shampoo is key to ensuring your hair has the best chance of growing out in whatever way you want. That's why using the best shampoos and conditioners is your hack to gloriously luscious locks.
From Ekin-Su to Molly Mae, long hair has been and always will be one of the most wanted hairstyles by our fave influencers and celebs. Sure, it takes time and perseverance to grow it out, but all in all, it's worth it when it comes to beauty.
Luckily, products such as shampoos for hair growth are ever popular on the market, and you can find them pretty easily if you know where to look. Retailers such as Boots, Amazon and Holland & Barrett are your best bets when it comes to finding the perfect product - especially if you're on the market for a shampoo for coloured hair.
heat's best shampoos for hair growth at a glance:
Editor's choice: Fable And Main Holiroots Hydrating Shampoo, £28 on Cult Beauty
Best hair growth product for a budget: Watermans Hair Growth Shampoo and Conditioner bundle, £24.95 on Amazon
Best hair growth product for a dry scalp: Kerastase Resistance Hair Growth Shampoo, £24.99 on LookFantastic
Finding out what hair type you have is equally as important though, as if you have thinner hair, you may need a specifically formulated shampoo for hair growth that will be kind and gentle on your hair and scalp. If you have an irritable scalp, you might find it beneficial to invest in some dandruff shampoo. Similarly, with thicker hair, you may need to find shampoos for hair growth with more intense ingredients to ensure they cover every strand.
So, without further explanation, we suggest you check out the best hair growth shampoo that we found on the market right now.
SHOP: The best shampoos for hair growth to buy RN
Editor's choice
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A fan fave, Fable And Main is one of those brands that you can always trust when it comes to results. The hydrating shampoo detangles hair while cleaning, leaving your mane soft and sleek, perfect for whatever the day throws your way. It's going to cost a few more pennies, but it's absolutely worth it.
Review: "Tried a few things from Fable and Mane now (hair oil mist and deep conditioner), and overall, really loving it. This shampoo is wonderfully hydrating and smells gorgeous. Deffo picking up the conditioner once I run out of what I'm using just now."
Pros
- Lovely scent that will stay in your hair
- Detangles hair easily
Cons
- If you are sensitive to smell, you might want to steer clear of this shampoo
Best budget shampoos for hair growth
Waterman's hair growth shampoo is some of the best if you are looking for a budget-friendly solution for your haircare needs. Containing hair growth-stimulating proteins, you can guarantee a healthy head of year after using it continuously.
Review: "I have been using this product for almost two months now and it has made so much difference to my hair it's growing better getting thicker and even shinier. Even my hairdresser has noticed the improvement definitely worth the money."
Pros
- Vegan friendly
- No sulphates or parabens
Cons
- Some reviewers said hair felt dry after use
Best hair growth shampoo for a dry scalp
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Though fairly expensive in comparison to others, Kerastase is one of the best hair growth shampoos available to buy if you want certified results. Your scalp will thank you later, as with this resistance hair growth shampoo you can rest assured that your scalp won't dry out in the process.
Review: "Left my hair feeling so soft and smooth after one use. I got the masque and used this along with the shampoo, the masque made my ends feel so smooth and repaired."
Pros
- Targets weak and brittle strands
- Contains amino acids
Cons
- Build-up may leave hair looking slightly greasy after washed
Best shampoo for hair growth for removing build-up
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Umberto Giannini is a safe bet if root stimulation is what you are looking for in your hair growth product. The growth shampoo is made from many natural extracts such as black coffee and caffeine, and promotes healthy hair growth without breaking the bank.
Review: "Lovely shampoo, leaves my very fine hair soft & shiny with body, does not weigh it down. I usually use Thick-Tastic, which is also great, but Grow Long is my new favourite. I also use the styling spray which is nice & light and helps with my frizzy/fluffy ends."
Pros
- Anti-pollution formula
- Contains caffeine and black coffee extract for growth promotion
Cons
- Small bottle
Best growth shampoo for hair breakage
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Charles Worthington is a classic when it comes to hair care, with quality products perfect for any hair type and budget. Their shampoo contains a range of different extracts, such as root-activating pea extract as well as nourishing proteins for long-lasting growth encouragement.
Review: "Have been very impressed with this shampoo! Have never been able to grow my hair past a certain length. Not only did it appear to grow much longer, my hair felt thicker too...and didn’t make my hair feel greasy.. much more manageable too! Doesn’t have much of an aroma, but does the job and that’s all I care about."
Pros
- No scent for those sensitive to smell
- Reduces breakage by 90%
Cons
- Can be slightly drying
Best vegan-friendly shampoo for hair growth
www.boots.com
Mark Hill's Hair Lab shampoo is perfect if you're looking for a kind-to-the-earth product that will actually give you the results that you're looking for. Carefully crafted with organic Moroccan argan oil and lemon oil, as well as biotin and ProVitamin B5, your hair will thank you later for using this for hair growth.
Review: "This is the best strengthening shampoo and conditioner out of all of the ones I have tried. There is NO build up on my hair - it's lovely and shiny and clean looking. Not like some advertised brands I could mention!"
Pros
- Vegan friendly
- Suitable for fine and thinning hair
Cons
- Hard to lather up
Best hair growth shampoo for scalp irritation
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This lightweight and moisturising shampoo by We Are Paradoxx is perfect for your hair if you're looking to add some fullness. It's infused with biotin, scalp-calming rosemary, and circulation-boosting peppermint and will leave hair looking and feeling great in no time.
Review: "I have no complaints about this product, I think it will take some time to see some real results but so far so good. It is not greasy or oily which I find a lot of shampoos to be. It’s not particularly “foamy” which I like from a shampoo but no real complaints."
Pros
- Fresh peppermint scent
- Calms down scalp irritation
Cons
- Need to buy growth conditioner for best results
Best thickening hair growth shampoo
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Viviscal is a brand you know you can trust, as it does exactly what it says on the label. Its thickening shampoo is specifically formulated for thicker fuller and glossier hair. It contains various extracts and substances to help promote hair growth. Your hair will thank you later, we know it.
Review: "Very good shampoo for making your hair to feel thicker and fuller, wanted to buy all old stock just the new ingredients have changed that much."
Pros
- Contains biotin and keratin
- Contains marine collagen
Cons
- Some reviewers said it does not lather as well as other brands
Advice from the experts: Viviscal
We spoke to Viviscal ambassador or trichologist Hannah Gaboardi to gain some advice on how to encourage and promote hair growth so you won't need to buy the latest Beauty Works clip-in extensions as endorsed by Molly Mae.
How can I shampoo my hair to stimulate the scalp and encourage healthy hair growth?
Hannah says that there are ways to stimulate your scalp as a way to encourage hair growth and recommends you do this by incorporating scalp massage into your hair wash routine.
"Take both hands and place them on either side of the scalp, gripping firmly, and move your hands around in a circular motion," she says.
She continues, saying that the aim of this is to "create different creases throughout the scalp - moving and loosening the entire scalp."
Will shampooing my hair too frequently result in more hair thinning?
Hannah says that washing your hair frequently won't result in more hair thinning, but only if you are using the right shampoo and conditioner combination.
"I would recommend investing more in a good shampoo and conditioner duo to really help nourish, strengthen and moisturise the hair," she says.
Hannah continues by saying you should also look for a hair supplement to use alongside your shampoo and conditioner.
"I would recommend spending more time researching into buying a hair supplement that contains key ingredients for healthy hair growth such as biotin, keratin, and zinc."
So, maybe it's time to ditch the dry shampoo and use some nourishing shampoos for hair growth instead if you're looking to promote healthy hair growth.
Emma Richardson is a Beauty & Fashion Product Writer for heat. She covers shopping, lifestyle, celebs and anything trending.