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Trying a New Shampoo: Dr. FORHAIR Made for Hair Loss and Thinning Hair

I’ve always been someone willing to mix it up and test things which I find interesting.

So, my journey started at Costco, as most interesting journeys do. I was looking for Minoxidil, but for some reason, the liquid form is no where to be found. It seems like there is a shortage of liquid Minoxidil but plenty of the foam ones. Looks like I will be forced to change up my Finasteride/Minoxidil routine, I assume that I won't be able to mix them together like I've been doing. 

So I am reverting back to taking Finasteride orally.

Not fun.

But through my research at Youtube, of all places, it seems like people are getting good results by straying from the recommendations. People are taking half the dose (or less), skipping days, taking rest periods... and the results looked promising. This is all in an effort to reduce or eliminate any side effects, and if I can do that while taking the pill then this might be a worthwhile experiment. More on that later, but for now let us get back to the shampoo.

First Impressions: Packaging and Scent

The first thing that caught my eye was the sleek, minimalist design of the bottle. It looked modern and eco-friendly, almost like it was calling out to be used in a high-end salon. Speaking as someone who has Moroccanoil products all over the house. But what really drew me in was the scent. The moment I opened the bottle, I was greeted by a refreshing fragrance—like Head and Shoulders shampoo but less strong. Is it weird that I like that chemical smell?

 

 

 

It actually reminded me a lot of many dandruff shampoos out there, such as: Head and Shoulders, Selsun Blue, and so on. They all have a certain smell to them, kind of medical with slight aroma of freshness. 

It certainly isn't a bad smell, but it does smell unique. Like the first time you lather up, you will take a whiff and go "hmmm" it is quite interesting.

 

 

 

When I first saw the bottle, I assumed this was another gimmicky snake-oil type of scam. But because this was being sold at Costco, that gave it some credibility, so I decided to get a closer look. We've all the seen million products out there that claim to grow your hair back... but don't do anything except make you poorer. As I was reading the packaging, I saw all the bold claims in red lettering. Which didn't alleviate any of the scam vibes until I saw that this was made in Korea. As we all know, Korea makes some of the best beauty products out there. 

At this point, I am pretty much sold. A product made in Korea that claims to be able to grow my hair back? I'd be willing to give this a try!

The Application: A Luxurious Lather

When I finally got around to using it, I was a bit skeptical about whether it would do anything. But as soon as I massaged it into my scalp, I noticed how rich and creamy the lather was. It felt soft, almost buttery, as it glided through my hair... okay what is left of it.

What I loved most was that a little product went a long way. I didn’t feel like I needed to use half the bottle to get that perfect lather. It made me feel like I was giving my hair and scalp this refreshing treat. And trust me on that, a little does go a long way. I was overly generous the first time and it felt like I just scooped out a bunch of lard and plopped it on my head.

Rinse and Repeat? Let’s Talk Texture

After rinsing the shampoo out, my hair already felt different. It wasn’t the typical squeaky-clean feeling some shampoos leave behind; instead, it felt hydrated and smooth. My scalp felt refreshed, like I had just washed away a long day of stress. Are we supposed to follow up with conditioner? I have no idea. But I wanted to see how this new shampoo performed on its own.

I could not find any instruction on how much or how often I should use this product. Could I use it everyday for optimal hair lusciousness? And would that be too much? Also no idea. So I turned to someone with all the answers, Google. According to people online, it seems like you could just use this as you see fit. Leave it in a bit for your scalp to absorb the concoction, then treat it like any other shampoo.

Good enough for me.

Maybe someday I will look at the bottle again to see if it is actually on there, but I didn't see anything from my 10-second glance.

Post-Wash Results: The Real Test

Once my hair was dry, I started to notice the real effects of this new shampoo. 

My hair felt incredibly soft, but it was undeniably dry. It left a nice tingly feeling on my scalp, with all the oil and grease removed. As for the volume? It wasn’t overly dramatic, but there was definitely a noticeable lift at the roots. What I appreciated was that my hair didn’t feel weighed down or greasy, which sometimes happens with natural shampoos.

My hair is still really short from buzzing it off a few weeks ago, so it is hard to tell for sure what results I'm getting. So I asked my girlfriend to give it a try and tell me what she thinks. For her, the volume and fluffiness was definitely there. But she said her hair felt super dried out after using it. Plus the smell wasn't the most pleasant, but it wasn't bad.

The Verdict: A New Staple in My Routine?

Trying a new shampoo can be hit or miss, but this one was definitely a hit for me. While I can’t speak to its long-term effects just yet, my first impression is a positive one. I’m excited to see how my hair responds after multiple uses, and I may have just found a new staple for my hair care routine.

Would I recommend it? 

Absolutely. But only if it actually makes a significant change in hair volume like it claims.

As of this writing, I've only used this shampoo twice. So you guys will be updated with longer term results once I can gauge whether this has any effect on hair loss.

Have you tried a new shampoo lately? If so, I’d love to hear your experiences.

 


 

After a couple uses I noticed the peach fuzz on my head getting noticeably thicker. But only after a couple uses? That is too quick to be realistic. And here is where I messed up, I also started using the foam Minoxidil and taking Finasteride orally.

So take my miracle cure claims with a grain of salt. I'm pretty much just winging it.