It’s not just hormonal changes that leave women a little thin on top. Harsh chemical treatments, vitamin deficiencies, and even hereditary factors could be to blame (we rounded up 9 causes of hair loss here.) A decade ago, your only options would be over-the-counter treatments marketed to men. Now, your solution is swirling around in the shampoo aisle, thanks to the uptick in oil-infused hair care products with ingredients like argan oil, borage seed oil, vitamins, and even caffeine. And instead of plastering photos of salt-and-pepper men on the box, hair care lines are starting to print phrases like “age-defying” and “youth renewal”, according to the report. But will they really help your hair? Naturally occurring oils (like argan and coconut) have been proven time and again to add shine, strength, and moisture to brittle hair, thanks to a high concentration of fatty acids that help penetrate the strand’s shaft and repair hair from the inside out. Best of all, the added vitamins are just as good for you on the inside (these 7 beauty-boosters are proof!). Look for iron, vitamin C, keratin, and biotin on the bottle to help speed hair growth and strengthen strands. The verdict: anti-aging hair care is a real thing. Don’t be surprised if you see a dry shampoo in your anti-aging hair care line, too, since washing your hair less frequently is good for your hair’s overall health. On your way to thicker, stronger hair, don’t forget to banish these 11 bad habits that hurt your hair—and you’ll be there faster and ever.
