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L'Oréal Paris Elseve Growth Booster Shampoo
L'Oréal Paris

Elseve Growth Booster Shampoo

Decent 3.3 / 5

A verified, scalp-focused anti-hair-loss shampoo with a credible functional ingredient mix, but it is still a rinse-off cleanser and includes fragrance, so it is better viewed as a supportive wash than a stand-alone hair-loss solution.

Hair & scalp

How it’s judged

Scored for hair & scalp — based on what its ingredients contribute.

What it may help with

Cleansing i3.5 / 4

Whether it helps remove dirt, oil, sweat, product residue, or buildup from hair or scalp — surfactants and cleansing agents score here.

From Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid, Sodium Chloride

Conditioning i2.8 / 4

Whether it makes hair feel softer, smoother, or more manageable — emollients, silicones, cationic polymers, and oils.

From Polyquaternium-67, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid

Hair growth i2.8 / 4

Whether it has evidence or plausible relevance for supporting hair growth, reducing shedding, or improving scalp conditions linked to density.

From Diaminopyrimidine Oxide, Niacinamide

Dandruff control i2.5 / 4

Whether it helps reduce dandruff, flaking, or Malassezia-related scalp issues — usually recognized anti-dandruff actives.

From Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide

Scalp soothing i2.5 / 4

Whether it helps calm scalp discomfort — itching, redness, dryness, or irritation.

From Niacinamide, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Salicylic Acid

Things to watch

Sensitization i3.0 / 4

Risk of allergic contact dermatitis or immune-based scalp reactions — fragrance, preservatives, hair dyes, and botanicals may score here.

From Fragrance, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Limonene, Linalool

Scalp irritation i2.5 / 4

Risk of itching, burning, redness, dryness, or discomfort on the scalp.

From Fragrance, Limonene, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Chloride

Scalp dryness i1.5 / 4

Whether it may dry out the scalp, strip oils, or worsen flaking and tightness.

From Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid

Hair dryness i1.5 / 4

Whether it may make hair fibers feel dry, rough, brittle, or less flexible.

From Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid

Buildup i0.5 / 4

Whether it can accumulate on hair or scalp over time — causing heaviness, dullness, residue, or reduced volume.

About this product

This is a rinse-off anti-hair-loss shampoo for the scalp and hair, verified from L'Oréal Paris' product page with a full matching INCI list. The formula combines a strong cleanser with niacinamide, salicylic acid, ginger extract, and diaminopyrimidine oxide (Aminexil-R), so it looks more like a scalp-focused supportive wash than a treatment that can independently address significant hair loss. Fragrance and fragrant allergens are present, which may reduce suitability for sensitive scalps.

Good signs
  • Includes a scalp-focused active set rather than only basic cleansing, with niacinamide, salicylic acid, and Aminexil-R.
  • Cleansing formula may suit oily scalps or roots that need a more thorough wash.
  • Conditioning/polymer support can help improve slip and reduce rough feel after washing.
Watch-outs
  • Fragrance and fragrance allergens are present throughout the formula, which can be an issue for reactive scalps.
  • The anti-hair-loss claim is for a rinse-off shampoo, so results are likely limited compared with leave-on scalp treatments.
  • The cleansing base is relatively strong, so dry or color-treated hair may find it stripping with frequent use.
Best for
  • People wanting a scalp-cleansing shampoo with anti-hair-loss positioning.
  • Oily roots and hair that tolerates a stronger wash.
  • Users looking for a supportive adjunct to a broader hair-loss routine.
  • oily scalp
  • normal scalp
  • sensitive scalp (may not suit)
How to use it
  • Massage into scalp and hair, then rinse; the product is intended for hair/scalp use, not leave-on treatment.
  • For best tolerance, alternate with a gentler shampoo if scalp dryness or irritation appears.
  • Avoid expecting shampoo alone to resolve persistent shedding or medical hair-loss causes.
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