Experts in hair loss* management, scalp care and grey hair
Innovative active ingredients and clinically proven effectiveness
Specifically developed for men and their needs
Our research focuses on solutions for the most relevant hair problems. To achieve this, we continuously search for new, potent active ingredients and develop formulations optimised for men.
Dr Erik Schulze zur Wiesche
Head of Research and Development
The new anti-hair loss formula with caffeine + DMG*
Our unique active ingredients and formulations are developed locally in Bielefeld, Germany, and their effectiveness is verified in internationally conducted studies!
Caffeine has been known for more than 20 years for its energising effect on hair roots. It is used in modern formulas to help refresh the scalp and support strong hair roots as part of a daily care routine.
Caffeine is therefore the most researched active ingredient of plant origin for strong hair roots.
Micro-circulation is the foundation for healthy hair growth.
In areas affected by hair loss*, this is reduced to below 40 %.
* 24-week RCT in men (n=154; daily use): standardised testing showed fewer hairs shed vs placebo at weeks 12 and 24; subgroup and consumer findings support higher density/growth-phase hairs and fuller-looking hair at 6 months. Hair loss not related to illness. Results vary.
The double-blind, randomized, and placebo-controlled study on 154 men with hereditary hair loss. Conducted at the Centre for Cosmetic Research, Catholic University of Sacred Heart in Rome, Italy.
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5,6-Dihydroxyindole, or 5,6-DHI for short, is a preliminary stage of the natural hair pigment melanin. When applied, 5,6-DHI binds directly to the hair, penetrates the hair shaft, and forms colour molecule chains in the hair with oxygen. The hair becomes darker.
