Is there anything to thickening shampoos that contain “regenium xy” and the like? Or is that just marketing? If they’re for real, how do they work?

Regenium XY is an ingredient in some thickening shampoos by L’Oreal. I haven’t seen anything about L’Oreal Elvive shampoo (also known as L’Oreal Vive) that states it regrows hair, so I’ll have to assume you’re talking strictly about hair thickening itself.

Hair thickeners just give the illusion of fuller hair and are pretty commonplace. Different thickeners exist in the form of shampoos like the one you asked about, and camouflaging agents like Toppik that are applied when the hair is dry. I have a feeling that the “Regenium XY” name itself is likely just branding to make it sound more amazing than other products for sale, but perhaps there’s more science to it that I don’t understand (I’m not a shampoo expert). This site might have some more useful info about it.

In general, some thickeners might work better than others and some people might not see any real benefit whatsoever, so you’ll have to try them out to see what your personal preference is. To learn how they work, I found a sites that explain it — understanding-hair-loss.net.

It seems that the FDA should not be in the business of “clearing” anything that is not scientifically substantiated. There is an awful lot of stuff out there that won’t kill. I’m sure it’s obvious that “clearing” such substances gives charlatans a “green light” to deceive and rip people off.

(One would think that the FTC would ask the FDA to knock it off, as this creates a great deal work for them (the FTC), i.e. investigations, lawsuits etc. It raises the question of what the FDA gains from providing such “clearance” status? If it’s money, I guess that this, then, overrides principle, to say nothing of wasted tax payer dollars used to prosecute the “cleared” crooks.).

I believe the hair lasers received the FDA clearance by a loophole, with the technology being grandfathered in as a device marketed before 1976, when the Medical Device Amendments of 1976 gave the FDA the authority over devices like this. Remember, these hair lasers do not have FDA approval, but simply FDA clearance.

The sellers of these lasers make medical claims of benefits and this alone falls in the scope of FDA activities. The FDA is responsible for claims of safety and effectiveness. Think about it. If someone recommended the LaserComb to prevent stroke or Alzheimer’s, they would have to be able to prove it.

Hi Doctor

I am a 23 years old female. I used to suffer from hair loss 3-5 years ago but now I feel better with the hair loss although it seems to me that the hair that fall doesn’t grow again because I am noticing the shiny scalp. I had been using revivogen for around 8 months and I noticed new hair growth but not many. Then I stopped it one year ago. Three months ago I did hair test from Hairgrowth UK which shows the toxicity and they found out that food like wheat, animal milk and alcohol causes toxicity and they recommended that I take omega3:6:9 twice a day and oxylift and Royal Jelly as well. I’ve not noticed that my hair is getting better at all. I really don’t know what I am supposed to take to be recovered. plz help me

There is a lot of money to be made by testing victims for bogus hair loss causes. I really do not know anything about this particular company or the value of taking the products that they recommend. Buyer beware.

If you’re concerned, I’d think you’d want to see a doctor that can examine you and perhaps run some real tests for female hair loss.

i was just wondering if you heard of a company called “Boost”? They are a vitamin company and a hair care product company. Supposedly there stuff works they say?! Have you heard of them? Their website is worldofhair.com

Can you check out their site and tell me what you think? I basically dont want to start buying there product and realize it’s bogus!!

Vitamins are great, and products that can strengthen hair or make it healthier are good… but they have one product in their Boost line that claims to be good for thinning hair, and even says “guaranteed to stop hair fall”. Most over the counter hair products people ask me about the outlandish hair loss treatment claims (like guaranteeing something that can’t be guaranteed), and unfortunately this one is no different. It appears to just be a vitamin infused shampoo. Which vitamins is it infused with? No idea. However, I’d be skeptical of any product that brags about hair growth abilities and tries to sell the idea by saying it contains, “herbs, proteins, aminos and more“. I want to know if “more” includes leprechaun magic…

Does it work? Again, I have no idea. But when a company uses smooth sounding marketing lingo and doesn’t provide any real substance, it doesn’t fill me with any trust in the products. Don’t expect it to regrow hair, but if you do try it I’d be curious to read your review. The FDA takes a strong position when a company promotes a benefit and can not prove it. They can be told to stop selling the product.

Scalpure, this has to be a con right?

Scalpure.com

This is a new one to me. I enjoy when readers bring products to my attention, and it seems like a new unproven hair loss product is available every day. And just like many of these unproven products, Scalpure claims to be a “natural” and “breakthrough” treatment. The ingredients listed do not seem to be anything breakthrough: various oils and apple cider vinegar, none of which are likely to do anything for treating genetic hair loss. The makers claim that it pulls DHT out of the scalp like a magnet, but offers no proof of this. I don’t want to call it a “con”, but here is what it seems to be offering — buzzwords. What does it lack? Science and proof.

If you want to use this, it’ll set you back about $55 for 2 months of Scalpure, including shipping. The price isn’t terrible, but how much is your patience, your time, and your hair worth to you?