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Shampoos & Liquids against hair loss*

More than 50 % of all men suffer from hair loss. Caffeine shampoos and liquids from Alpecin are easy to use, prevent hereditary hair loss, and can stimulate hair growth.

Two red shampoo bottles with the label "Alpecin Caffeine DMG Shampoo" are placed next to a red bottle of hair serum labelled "Alpecin Caffeine DMG Serum".
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Caffeine DMG Shampoo + Serum

With the active ingredients caffeine + DMG (dimethylglycine)

  • Effectively reduces hereditary hair loss
  • Can increase hair growth**
  • Bundle of 2x shampoo + 1x serum

Shampoos & Liquids

At a glance

Expert in hereditary hair loss

Innovative active ingredients and clinically proven effectiveness

Specifically developed for men and their needs

Studies confirm effectiveness

Clinical study

Investigation into the penetration of caffeine from a shampoo formula¹

Conducted at the Centre for Experimental and Applied Skin Physiology and Clinical Research Centre for Hair and Skin Physiology at the Charité University Hospital, Berlin

Guide

Focus on hair loss

There are many reasons and causes for hair loss. However, in 80 % of men, hereditary hair loss (androgenetic alopecia) is the cause – the thinning hair is largely genetically determined.

A young man looks critically into the mirror to identify the first signs of hereditary hair loss

Help with hereditary hair loss

Find out how you can effectively counteract hereditary hair loss - without the use of medication!

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A man with dark hair leans forward, presenting the back of his head as a symbol for the causes of hair loss.

Causes and reasons for hair loss

Genetic predisposition is not the only factor that plays an important role in hair loss. Reduced blood circulation on the scalp, external environmental factors, stress and illness can also contribute to hair loss.

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A young man looks critically in the mirror, examining his receding hairline as an early sign of hereditary hair loss.

Receding hairline: a wake-up call to act in the case of hereditary hair loss

Recognise receding hairlines and find out how you can actively counteract them.

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Tips against hair loss

When facing hair loss, many people are challenged with choosing between caffeine shampoo, home remedies, laser therapy, or other alternatives – what's the best option? Let's clear things up:

Microscopic image of the smallest blood vessels surrounding a hair root as a symbol of the effect of DMG on the microcirculation of the scalp and the effect against hereditary hair loss in men

DMG: Turning point in hair loss* research

With the innovative active ingredient dimethylglycine (DMG), you promote micro-blood-circulation on the scalp and effectively reduce hereditary hair loss.

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A man feels his thinning hair at the back of his head with his hands, symbolizing the question of what can help men with hair loss

Hair loss remedies - what really helps with hair loss

Compare the most popular remedies for hair loss. Whether caffeine shampoo, medication or a natural alternative - we explain what helps (and what doesn't).

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A cross-sectional view of a hair follicle, highlighted in shades of brown and blue. Black arrows indicate specific dark regions within the follicle, suggesting areas of interest or focus for analysis.

Why caffeine against hair loss?

Caffeine stimulates the metabolism and is consumed globally. Find out more about the power of the active ingredient caffeine, how it strengthens your hair, and how it reduces hair loss.

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FAQ

Answers to Your Questions

For even more intensive care, it makes sense to use both products. The additional use of Alpecin Caffeine Liquid is highly recommended, especially for people who do not wash their hair every day. When applied, the liquid leaves a fresh tingling sensation on the scalp; its active ingredients run along the hair shaft and form an active ingredient depot that lasts for up to 24 hours.

The Caffeine complex consists of Caffeine, zinc and niacin. Caffeine stimulates the hair roots, prolongs the growth phase, and improves hair growth. Niacin and zinc are important growth factors for healthy hair roots.

The combination of active ingredients containing Caffeine cancels out the inherited and undesirable effect of testosterone the growth phases are extended to their natural length again and continued hair growth well into old age becomes possible.

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Discover which Alpecin product suits you best - tailored individually for strong hair and a healthy scalp.

* hereditary hair loss
** in vivo study, n=15 participants with hereditary hair loss

¹ Otberg N, Teichmann A, Rasuljev U, Sinkgraven R, Sterry W, Lademann J (2007): Follicular penetration of topically applied caffeine via a shampoo formulation. Skin Pharmacol Physiol.;20(4):195-8.