When consulting your physician about you hair loss, it is most likely that he or she will need to perform certain tests to rule out any underlying health conditions that me be the cause. If it is determined that your hair loss is just that and that you have no other underlying health conditions you will have a couple of options. YOU can ask your doctor to provide medications or undergo specific chemical treatments to correct the problem. You other option is to use a shampoo especially formulated to treat hair loss. If you opt for the shampoo solution, you should consult with your hairdresser or barber as they can make suggestions as to the best shampoo for hair loss and your hair.

You hair care professional will be most knowledgeable of the shampoos available to slow , prevent hair loss and possibly help restore your hair growth. You should be aware that is you opt for this option that these shampoos can be quite costly, some averaging thirty dollars for a one liter bottle. For some individuals, a choice has to be made between which option will be more expensive to them, loosing their hair or paying for the shampoo to treat the hair loss. The cost versus benefit analysis will help you make the decision that is right for you.

The shampoo recommended most often by hair care professionals is Nioxin. Nioxin is characterized by an extremely powerful mint fragrance. Some people find it to be overwhelming, but choose to keep using it because it is effective. While many find the scent tolerable because it works, and is known to help hair grow back; some find the price tag to be a bigger drawback to continued use.

There are four types of Nioxin shampoos used to manage hair loss. The Healthiest Looking Hair Possible. This is a large product line offering eight systems with four product each including shampoos and conditioners to promote the re-growth of healthy hair. Special Treatments for Damaged Hair formulated to repair any damaged hair. Volume, Thickness and Styling line, promotes volume and extra thickness as well as protecting hair from heat treatments. Moisture, Shine and Styling, promotes shine and offers specialized styling products for moist hair.