August is Hair Loss Awareness Month, offering a good opportunity to take a closer look at hair shedding and the everyday habits that can affect the health of your hair and scalp. While some hair loss is temporary and completely normal, changes in stress levels, hormones, nutrition, styling routines and scalp health can all play a role. From scalp-focused treatments and serums to shampoos and conditioners designed to strengthen and nourish, there are plenty of ways to give your haircare routine a little more attention and help keep your hair looking stronger, fuller and more resilient.
A few simple changes to your everyday routine can also help minimise unnecessary hair breakage and support a healthier scalp. Avoid wearing hairstyles that pull tightly on the roots, limit excessive heat styling and handle wet hair gently, as it is more prone to breakage. Choosing a mild shampoo, keeping the scalp clean and moisturised, eating a balanced diet with adequate protein and nutrients, and managing stress can also contribute to overall hair health. If you notice sudden, excessive or persistent hair loss, however, it is worth speaking with a healthcare professional to identify the possible cause.
Rene Furterer Triphasic Progressive Serum, $150
Featuring patented anti-hair-loss innovation and GENTECH™ science, this three-phase intensive serum is designed to target hormonal and hereditary hair loss. Powered by a trio of patented ingredients, the formula works to help prevent progressive hair loss, promote stronger hair growth and prolong the hair’s strength and resilience. From the first month, hair appears stronger, denser and more resistant, while the scalp looks less visible.
Kérastase Genesis Anti-Breakage Fortifying Serum, 90ml | $95
Enriched with a powerful combination of Aminexil, Edelweiss Native Cells and ginger root, this fortifying formula helps strengthen hair and improve its resistance to breakage, while reducing hair fall for stronger, healthier-looking strands. With continued use, it also helps soothe the scalp and support its natural protective barrier, creating a healthy environment for hair to grow.
Redken’s Acidic Grow Full System, $39.99 – $153.97
A complete hair-thickening regimen designed for thinning hair, the collection combines shampoo, conditioner, scalp and hair serum, and an instant densifying spray. Together, the formulas help strengthen strands, support a healthy scalp, reduce breakage and create the appearance of fuller, denser-looking hair.
BKIND Densifying Hair Serum, 90ml | $78
A lightweight, plant-based serum formulated with peptides, turmeric, maca root extract, olive leaf extract and aloe vera to support healthier-looking hair while helping reduce the appearance of thinning. Rich in amino acids, proteins and vitamins, it nourishes the scalp and strengthens hair from the roots, leaving strands looking fuller and more vibrant without a greasy feel. Suitable for daily use on all hair types, it is finished with a refreshing scent of sweet kiwi and fresh ocean flowers.
Olaplex Nº.0.5 Scalp Longevity Treatment, 50ml | $64
A weightless leave-in scalp treatment designed to hydrate and soothe the scalp while helping protect against visible signs of scalp ageing. Its bond-building formula supports the scalp barrier and microbiome, creating a healthier foundation for softer, smoother and healthier-looking hair over time. Suitable for all scalp and hair types, it is dermatologist tested and trichologist approved.
KERASILK Redensifying Scalp Serum, 100ml | $62
Enriched with Biomimetic Silk, Ectoin and T-Flavanone, this redensifying scalp serum is designed to help protect against hereditary hair loss while promoting thicker, denser-looking hair over time. Its vegan formula nourishes and strengthens the roots, helping to support a healthier scalp and stronger-looking hair.
TYPEBEA G.0 Exfoliating Scalp Treatment, $55
A five-in-one pre-shampoo scalp treatment designed to refresh and rebalance the scalp while creating an optimal environment for fuller, thicker-looking hair. The lightweight formula helps remove buildup and prepare the scalp for Baicapil™, an ingredient clinically studied to support longer, stronger and healthier-looking hair growth. It rinses clean without leaving a greasy residue, leaving the scalp feeling fresh, balanced and ready for the rest of your haircare routine.
Fable & Mane HoliRoots Hair Oil, $54
A multi-benefit pre-wash hair oil treatment that strengthens your roots, hydrates your scalp and strands and promotes healthier hair. Targeting thinning, dryness, and split ends, HoliRoots strengthens weak hair to prevent breakage and future damage. Infused with Ashwagandha and Amla, this lightweight oil is formulated for all hair types.
Moroccanoil Revitalizing Scalp Tonic, 100ml | $54
A lightweight, fast-absorbing leave-in scalp treatment designed for thinning hair. Used daily, the tonic helps reduce shedding and breakage while nourishing, hydrating and soothing the scalp. Its botanical blend supports a healthier scalp environment and helps hair look fuller, thicker and stronger over time.
JVN Complete Pre-Wash Scalp & Hair Strengthening Treatment Oil, 50ml | $43.50
A nourishing pre-shampoo treatment oil that helps remove scalp buildup, soothe dryness and strengthen hair to reduce breakage. Designed to support a healthier scalp and more resilient strands, the lightweight formula leaves hair feeling softer and stronger. In JVN testing, 97% of participants saw less hair fall.
Biolage Full Rescue line, $34 – $45
Designed for thin, fragile and breakage-prone hair, the Biolage Full Rescue collection focuses on strengthening strands while supporting a healthy-looking scalp and a fuller appearance. Its formulas are infused with micro-dosed steam-distilled rosemary oil and triple-purified niacinamide to help reinforce hair, improve the look and feel of density, and reduce hair fall caused by breakage. The range includes a shampoo, conditioner, restorative mask, densifying leave-in spray and invigorating scalp serum, allowing for a complete routine from cleansing and conditioning to targeted scalp and styling care.
DESIGNME PUFF.ME Light Volumizing Powder, $31
This award-winning formula effortlessly lifts roots, adds lasting volume, and creates the perfect texture without weighing hair down. Perfect for giving an instant boost of volume & texture to fine or thin hair.
Ducray Anaphase Neoptide Densifying Shampoo, 200ml | $29.99
Specifically formulated for long-lasting hair loss of more than six months, this densifying shampoo targets progressive hair thinning at the scalp. Its formula combines targeted active ingredients to help strengthen the anchoring of hair follicles, reduce hair fall and support microcirculation, while reinforcing the hair fibre for stronger, fuller-looking hair.
L’Orèal Paris Hair Expertise Density Booster Hair Serum, $25.49
Formulated with Aminexil-R to strengthen hair fibre, reduce breakage and resist hair thinning. Applied directly to the scalp, it helps prolong the hair’s life cycle for thicker, fuller-looking hair. Use once daily, 5–7 times per week, applying section by section and gently massaging into the scalp.
Klorane Length Shampoo With Quinine, 400ml | $25
Designed for tired, thinning and breakage-prone hair, Klorane’s Strengthening Shampoo with Quinine & Organic Edelweiss gently cleanses while helping to strengthen and revitalise the hair. Enriched with quinine extract, organic edelweiss and B vitamins, the formula helps improve hair’s strength and resilience, while scalp massage during application helps stimulate microcirculation. Hair is left feeling stronger, more vibrant and fuller-looking.
Yves Rocher Revitalizing Scalp Serum, 50ml | $24.95
Designed for weakened hair and loss of density, this lightweight scalp serum helps revitalise the scalp and strengthen hair at the roots. Its formula combines sprouted seeds and bioflavonoids to support the hair cycle and maintain existing hair, while leaving the roots looking fuller from the first use. The silky, non-sticky formula is applied directly to the dry scalp and massaged in without rinsing.
John Freida ULTRAfiller+ Hair Density Scalp Serum, $19.99
This triple‑action serum offers a targeted approach to hereditary hair loss, working to stimulate growth and increase density for fuller, thicker‑looking hair*. Powered by a potent blend of Capixyl™, Baicapil™, Biotin, Caffeine, and Rosemary Oil, it fortifies weak, fragile hair from the root, helping you enjoy stronger growth and a revitalised look over time.
Garnier Fructis Grow Strong Fortifying Shampoo, $6.29
Garnier Fructis Grow Strong Fortifying Shampoo is engineered to restore strength and vitality to your hair. This formula features Active Fruit Protein™, a blend of citrus proteins, Vitamins B3 and B6, and fruit-derived extracts that work to fortify hair from root to tip. Infused with Apple Extract and Ceramide, it helps reinforce the hair fiber as it grows, promoting healthier, stronger, and shinier hair with every wash.
