Now, whenever we talk about hair growth and loss, I always like to caveat that if it’s a serious concern for you: Don’t hesitate to visit a beauty or health professional. They’ll be better equipped to help you understand your needs and next steps. But if it’s simply fuller, healthier, or longer hair you’re after, you’ve come to the right place. Here, we’ve rounded up the products—from serums and shampoos to supplements and tools—to help you achieve your goals. So that’s why on the list below you’ll see scalp-centered products that deep clean the follicle, as well as creams that hydrate and strengthen the hair fiber: Both elements are critical for healthy hair. Additionally, there are many potential causes of hair shedding (we go over it later). So in order to see real results, it takes a holistic approach that will incorporate lifestyle, nutrition, hair care, and habits. While the below products are effective for many folks, there’s no one miracle elixir that will grant you full growth. I say this not to discourage you or discount these smart formulas but to set expectations that for healthy hair growth there’s much to consider. And in order to find your most effective routine, it may take some trial and error. But many people (myself included!) have achieved fuller-looking hair by being diligent and sticking with it. You can too. What our tester says: “I used it several years ago during a time of dramatic hair shedding—it’s the only thing that brought back some fullness to my hair. I have never spoken to a single person who has used this product and not remarked on its incredible performance.” —Alexandra Engler, beauty director What our tester says: “It doesn’t get easier than an overnight treatment. I like to run this hair formula through my strands, massage it into the scalp, and then put my hair in a loose braid overnight. When I wake up and wash my hair, it feels softer and fresher than ever.” — Hannah Frye, assistant beauty editor Along with racking up a 3,500-person waitlist, this serum is an editor-approved pick loved by beauty editor Jamie Schneider, who calls it multi-purpose “staple” that keeps your strands strong and lush. What our tester says: “For those dealing with increased shedding right now (self very much included), a hair growth serum can keep your locks strong and help encourage thicker strands. I’ve tested more serums than I can count at this point, but RANAVAT’s simple yet luxurious formula will surely remain a staple in my routine. Considering how often I use it, I’ll be hitting the bottom of the bottle pretty soon."—Schneider What our tester says: “This product is a top seller and award-winner—and it’s the reason I could say goodbye to flaking, peeling, and an itchy scalp. The pre-cleanse oil gently yet effectively banishes debris and buildup, cleaning the follicle. This promotes better absorption of nutrients and fosters a healthy environment for growth. I love that the ingredients are safe for the scalp microbiome (and actually nourish it!)” — Hannah Frye, assistant beauty editor Our high standards also come from testing products—many, many products. Our editors and writers rigorously test and research the products featured in our roundups to offer you the best, most informed recommendations. When we write reviews, you can trust we spend quality time with the formulas: We don’t simply rave about products we’ve slathered on the back of our hand. We endorse products we’ve tried and loved. Learn more about our testing process and clean beauty standards here.
