10 Best Shampoos To Help Revive Thinning Hair (2024)

Okay, we can’t promise voluminous curls like Timothee Chalamet or enough hair to pad out a Thor-worthy man-bun, but there are a few products that can minimise breakage and promote growth, leaving you with not only more hair, but healthier lengths too.

We tested the best hair growth shampoos for men (and their corresponding conditioners, if they have them). Here's a glance at our winners, but scroll on for more information on the testing process.

The majority of our testers said this shampoo provided an instant volumising effect to ends, making hair look thicker and fuller.

Our panel found this was especially gentle on those with sensitive scalps and left a shinier head of hair as a result. An added bonus is the fragrance, a blend of vetiver and amber.

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Dirty innuendos aside, the ‘Stimulate Me’ shampoo from celebrity hairdresser Kevin Murphy’s range came out on top for hydrating parched hair, while simultaneously stimulating growth.

Our testers noticed less shedding, and all agreed that their hair loss issues had improved by the end of the trial. It proved effective at boosting thickness in the lab, too.

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This shampoo left hair shiny and silky, making it easier to style after washing. It also provided a pleasant tingling sensation to the scalp, which testers said they enjoyed.

While testers didn’t spot any significant hair growth, there was a noticeable difference in how full the hair looked, as well as reduced hair breakage.

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If speed is of the essence for tackling those sparse spots, this shampoo had a visible impact on ramping up hair growth.

It impressed our lab team by improving both hair density and thickness, while it left our testers raving about their newfound fullness up top and it soothed itchy scalps to boot.

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Lid looking more Boris than Beckham? It's time to find a product with some seriously smoothing powers.

This shampoo left parched, messy mops looking and feeling much thicker, healthier and altogether smarter. So much so that we challenge you to stop running your fingers through it.

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If dry, brittle hair is getting you down, grab this guy to rectify things, stat. It thoroughly cleaned roots, leaving most testers with replenished, healthier heads of hair.

The thick lather helped battle any product build-up, with many testers agreeing that it left hair softer and in better condition than before. Talk about a transformation.

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If you’re not quite sold on the silver fox look, this anti-shedding shampoo promises to keep hair ageing to a minimum.

It aced our lab test for improving thickness and density, and our panel liked its gel-like texture and scent. Hair was left feeling stronger and looking healthier.

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No dating profile is complete without an animal-loving picture, but why not go the extra mile and invest in this vegan shampoo for your shower.

It helped detangle knots for proud man bun owners, and many thought their hair looked stronger and more hydrated after washing. It got the job done quickly, too, with one tester enjoying immediate results.

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Dandruff is a common problem, but it can be embarrassing, so let's nip it in the bud. This shampoo contains BHAs (aka beta hydroxy acids, aka an acne-busting skincare staple) to exfoliate dead skin gently.

The idea of putting acids on your scalp may sound alarming, but no testers reported any irritation, and everyone found it effective at sending dry flakes packing. It helped to reduce shedding and left hair looking thicker.

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It’s common sense, really: if your hair is stronger, it’s less likely to fall out and leave you with baldy bits.

This shampoo gave thirsty strands some much needed H2O, taming flyaways and reducing fallout. This all helped make hair more manageable for combing and styling, with many testers seeing fewer breakages and more volume at the roots.

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