Anti-Aging Haircare—Yes, It’s a Thing
by Faith Xue
By now, we consider ourselves well versed in all the various steps and facets of anti-aging skincare. We understand that retinol helps fight wrinkles, vitamin C brightens, and hyaluronic acid hydrates and hides the fact that we’re hungover as hell. But what about anti-aging haircare? Because—surprise—your hair is getting older too. As you age, not only do the number of hairs on your head decrease, but the diameter of each strand shrinks too. The result? Thin, sad, lifeless hair. And if this applies to you, you’re not alone—40% of women have visible hair loss by the time they’re 40, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. So, while you’ve been investing in snail serum and bee venom moisturizer for your skin, you’ve been totally neglecting another part of your body that needs some anti-aging love. Luckily, a new crop of high-tech products on the market are specially formulated to repair, thicken, and revitalize—basically, your hair’s version of plumping, brightening, and wrinkle-smoothing. From a rejuvenating scalp serum with apple stem cells to a miracle repairer that works while you sleep, keep scrolling to see them all!
For Plumping Your Hair
Philip Kingsley Trichotherapy Regime
This three-step system from Philip Kingsley promises to strengthen, soothe, and increase the health (and volume) of your hair in just six to 12 weeks. The Tricho Pro Volumizing Protein Spray reduces breakage with quinoa protein and hydrolyzed elastin, Tricho 7 Scalp Drops volumize and protect your hair from the elements with B6 and green tea, and the Tricho Complex tablets are filled with vitamins like iron, B12, and biotin that help hair growth. In other words, this is the rehab program your limp, aging strands need.
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Aveda Invati Thickening Conditioner
Made with soy protein and naturally derived amino acids that actually mimic your hair’s natural structure, this conditioner thickens your hair from within. Plus, it’s made with the brand’s trademarked densiplex complex, a blend of Ayurvedic herbs, like turmeric and ginseng.
Redken Cerafill Defy Thickening Shampoo and Conditioner
This shampoo-and-conditioner duo is from Redken’s Cerafill line, a series of products specially formulated to target hair loss and amplify your hair from root to tip. Zinc PCA gently cleanses and removes impurities at your scalp, while ceramides penetrate deep into your hair fiber to strengthen, fill in the gaps, and prevent breakage.
For Bringing Your Scalp Back to Its Former Glory
Garrett Markenson Cake
Your scalp needs Cake—it just doesn’t know it yet. Formulated with apple stem cells and a blend of eight essential oils (e.g., frankincense and sandalwood), this all-natural growth serum is the treatment your scalp needs to turn back time. Add a couple of drops to your scalp, massage in, and bask in the anti-aging effects (not least of which includes healthier hair growth).
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John Masters Organics Deep Scalp Follicle Treatment & Volumizer
Another scalp saver? This volumizing spray from John Masters Organics, which encourages healthy hair growth and stimulates circulation at the scalp with essential oils and vitamin B. Just spritz and massage in to see your hair take on new life.
For Replenishing Your Tired, Aging Strands
Julien Farel Vitamin Restore
A blend of anti-aging ingredients like Echinacea stem cell extract, resveratrol, and vitamins B, C, and E make this cult product the ultimate weapon for stressed-out, weakened hair. A dose of hyaluronic acid adds moisture and softness, so feel free to style as you please after applying.
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Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture Milk
Specially formulated for aging hair, this nourishing leave-in conditioner from Alterna is made with the brand’s proprietary Age-Control Complex, which includes caviar extract and vitamin C to smooth the hair shaft, and a blend of marine botanicals for a boost of extra moisture. Plus, it absorbs instantly, leaving even the driest strands nourished.
Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Night Cap Overnight Perfector
This product created a lot of buzz when it was first released—and the love is still going strong. Power-packed with an amino acid blend that penetrates deep into your hair cortex to repair and strengthen, the pleasant-smelling cream sinks in instantly and works its magic overnight. The result? You, waking up with shiny, smooth, healthy hair. You can read our full review here.
When you spend your days doing hair for the likes of Alessandra Ambrosio and Heidi Klum, we’re going to assume you know something about how to make hair look healthy. Such is the case with celebrity hairstylist Wendy Iles’s new line, Iles Formula, which turns even the driest, most overworked hair into her signature “spun silk” finish using a cocktail of vitamins, nut oils, silks, and ceramide.
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