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Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair.

About this product

A gentle shampoo formulated with biosurfactants, vegan protein and prebiotics, designed to cleanse the scalp while supporting hair health for those experiencing thinning.

Full ingredients

Aqua (Water, Eau), Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Parfum (Fragrance), Cocamide MIPA, Glycol Distearate, Citric Acid, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Polyquaternium-73, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl/​Capryl Glucoside, Glycolipids, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide, Triethyl Citrate, Dihydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Syzygium Luehmannii Fruit Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Borate

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Guru Score

81%

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Early verdict · Few reviews so far

What the gurus are saying

This shampoo earns praise for being gentle enough to use daily without stripping the scalp, a key concern when hair is thinning. Dermatologists value how it cleanses while preserving the scalp's moisture barrier and microbiome, and recommend alternating it with stronger clarifying shampoos if you wash frequently. The prebiotic and protein ingredients work together to replenish the scalp, making it a practical choice for anyone building a scalp-focused routine to support hair growth.
Synthesized from 2 expert reviews · most recent take April 2024

What they liked

  • Gentle enough for daily washing
  • Supports scalp microbiome without stripping
  • Vegan protein strengthens hair

What they flagged

    Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.

    Type

    HaircareLiquid

    Formula notes

    Contains fragranceNo drying alcohol

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    What the gurus are saying.

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    ✓Yay
    "I actually love this shampoo when I need to wash my hair back to back, and so I alternate between different shampoos. I struggle with oiliness with dandruff, and then some days if I like worked out, if my scalp still feels greasy, I want to use a more gentle shampoo, gentle in the sense it won't strip my scalp's moisture barrier, won't be super aggressive on my hair, and this is one that I highly recommend."
    All 2 takes from Dr. Jenny Liu
    Dermatologist's Favorite Sephora Skincare & Haircare Products | Dr. Jenny Liu
    "I really have enjoyed the new launch from Nutrafol, like their hair care line in particular. The shampoo is what I'm recommending in this video because I use this one on a more regular basis. It's their Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair. In general, shampoos are really important, just like cleansers are for skin, to keeping our scalp healthy."
    Sephora Spring Savings Event 2024 | Dr. Jenny Liu
    "I actually love this shampoo when I need to wash my hair back to back, and so I alternate between different shampoos. I struggle with oiliness with dandruff, and then some days if I like worked out, if my scalp still feels greasy, I want to use a more gentle shampoo, gentle in the sense it won't strip my scalp's moisture barrier, won't be super aggressive on my hair, and this is one that I highly recommend."
    ✓Yay
    "More recently I switched over to a shampoo from Nutrifol. They recently came out with a shampoo specifically made for people who have thinning hair, and I just started using that recently and I'm hoping to see some more nice changes with it. [...] I'm going to continue with the Nutrifol shampoo as part of my ongoing treatment."

    Frequently asked.

    What is Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair?

    A gentle shampoo formulated with biosurfactants, vegan protein and prebiotics, designed to cleanse the scalp while supporting hair health for those experiencing thinning.

    Is Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair worth it?

    Yes. All 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 81%.

    What is Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair's Guru Score?

    Nutrafol Root Purifier Scalp Shampoo for Thinning Hair holds a Guru Score of 81%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.

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