Alpecin Alpecin treats hair loss using a unique caffeine complex. 80% of hereditary hair loss is due to super-sensitivity of the hair roots, caused by the hormone testosterone (DHT) and is called androgenetic alopecia. The DHT cuts off the energy supply to the hair follicle, weakening and then eventually killing it. The average growth cycle for a hair root is 8 years but over time, DHT's shorten this phase, thus resulting in male pattern baldness. The main caffeine-containing ingredient of Alpecin has been scientifically proven* to protect the roots against DHT's and stimulate new hair to grow. * University clinics of Hamburg-Eppendorf & Jena. For the female alternative to Alpecin, Click Here for Plantur 39 Products... Alpecin After Shampoo Liquid 200ml Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo C1 250ml Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo 200ml Frequently Asked Questions about Alpecin

Alpecin After Shampoo Liquid 200ml Alpecin After Shampoo Liquid strengthens the hair roots and prevents hereditary hair loss. For all hair/scalp types. Counteracts premature hair loss. Increases hair root productivity. Enhances the speed of hair growth. Pleasant fragrance. Hereditary hair loss cannot be permanently cured but it can be treated. Usually, throughout a typical hair cycle, a single hair root actively generates a new hair for up to 8 years. The hormone testosterone prevents the generation of new hairs by blocking the amount of energy needed for the root's metabolism. Over time, hair roots begin to die as their lifespan is ended prematurely. The caffeine in Alpecin protects the hair root against testosterone, allowing the growth phase of the hair root to live longer. This means that hair growth is possible into old age. Directions: Towel dry the scalp and apply in the morning and after hair has been washed. Massage in and do not rinse out. When first applied, it causes a fresh tingling sensation. The active ingredients travel along the length of the hair and down into the root and instantly protects for up to 24 hours. Ingredients: Aqua • De-natured alcohol • Parfum • PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Panthenol • Menthol • Caffeine • Niacinamide • Zinc PCA • Limonene • Linalool • Tocopheryl Acetate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Citronellol • Citral • Retinyl Acetate.   Price: £6.49 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £6.04 each) Back to top of page

Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo C1 250ml Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo C1 - The caffeine shampoo that fights against hair loss. For normal hair/scalp types. Caffeine has been proven to stimulate hair growth. Formula strengthens weakened hair roots and prevents hereditary hair loss. Hair becomes stronger and can be styled better. Alpecin shampoo can used in conjunction with Regaine, Alpecin After-Shampoo Liquid, or both. Men's skin is more sensitive than women's skin. This is due to the hormone testosterone which makes men's skin less robust and weakens its natural protective function significantly. For the scalp, this means that it loses moisture, its cells regenerate too slowly and both skin and hair roots age prematurely, thereby accelerating hair loss. Using a special caffeine-based ingredient, Alpecin has been proven to successfully eliminate the negative impact of testosterone on the scalp. After only 120 seconds on the scalp, the active ingredient travels along the hair shaft down into the hair's root. The longer that the Alpecin shampoo is left on the scalp, the caffine will completely penetrate through the skin. Additionally there are also other reasons for men to really like this shampoo. Based on the intentional omission of softeners (eg.silicone), the hair structure improves after just afew hair washes with enhanced hair grip. Fine and weakened hair becomes stronger and can be styled better. Directions for use: Lather and massage the shampoo into the hair and scalp. Leave to penetrate the scalp for at least 2 minutes - from application to rinse. (Please note discontinuation of the Alpecin system may result in reversal of the positive effects). Ingredients: Aqua • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Laureth-2 • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Sodium Chloride • Caffeine • Panthenol • Parfum • PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Citric Acid • Sodium Citrate • PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Menthol • Potassium Sorbate • Polyquaternium-7 • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Niacinamide • Zinc PCA • Limonene • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Butylparaben • Ethylparaben • Sodium Hydroxide • CI 60730 • CI 42090.   Price: £4.49 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £4.18 each) Back to top of page

Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo 200ml Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo - Combats both dandruff and hair loss. Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo loosens the crusty keratinous cells and removes dandruff from the scalp. The removal of dandruff prepares the scalp for the caffeine complex. The caffeine penetrates the hair and eliminates the hereditary testosterone barrier within the root (DHT), providing the energy needed for the hair to grow. For those with flaky scalp conditions. Hair becomes stronger and can be styled better. Alpecin shampoo can used in conjunction with Regaine. Men's skin is more sensitive than women's skin. This is due to the hormone testosterone which makes men's skin less robust and weakens its natural protective function significantly. For the scalp, this means that it loses moisture, its cells regenerate too slowly and both skin and hair roots age prematurely, thereby accelerating hair loss. Using a special caffeine-based ingredient, Alpecin has been proven to successfully eliminate the negative impact of testosterone on the scalp. After only 120 seconds on the scalp, the active ingredient travels along the hair shaft down into the hair's root. The longer that the Alpecin shampoo is left on the scalp, the caffeine will completely penetrate through the skin. Additionally there are also other reasons for men to really like this shampoo. Based on the intentional omission of softeners (eg.silicone), the hair structure improves after just afew hair washes with enhanced hair grip. Fine and weakened hair becomes stronger and can be styled better. Directions: Lather and massage the shampoo into the hair and scalp. Leave to penetrate the scalp for at least 2 minutes - from application to rinse. (Please note discontinuation of the Alpecin system may result in reversal of the positive effects.) Ingredients: Aqua • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Laureth-2 • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate • Caffeine • Panthenol • Parfum • PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Salicylic acid • Hydrolyzed Wheat protein • Sodium Chloride • Piroctone Olamine • Sodium Citrate • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Polyquaternium-7 • Menthol • Sodium Benzoate • Niacinamide • Zinc PCA • Limonene • Tetrasodium Etidronate • Phenoxyethanol • Methylparaben • Propylparaben • Butylparaben • Ethylparaben • BHT • C160730.   Price: £6.49 (incl VAT) (Buy 3 or more for £6.04 each) Back to top of page

Frequently Asked Questions about Alpecin Which Alpecin products should I buy? We recommend shampooing with the Alpecin Caffeine C1 Shampoo or the Alpecin Double Effect Shampoo, and also applying the Alpecin After-Shampoo Liquid once a day. Can Alpecin be used in conjunction with Regaine? Yes it can, because they both work in different ways. Will Alpecin affect my testosterone levels? Not at all - it protects the hair roots against the effects of testosterone, rather than changing the levels of testosterone in the body. Will the caffeine in Alpecin keep me awake? No, because the caffeine only reaches as far as the root of the hair follicle - not the rest of the body.   Back to top of page

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