The One Styling Cream Dermatologists Say You Should STOP Using Because It Causes Thinning Hair

If dry shampoo is part of your day-to-day hair routine, you’re probably going to want to cut back on it. As Dr. Nazarian said, “Don’t overbrush or overuse dry shampoo. Both these practices can weaken thin hair and cause the hair follicle to become brittle or break more easily.”

Many hair care mistakes also have to do with thow you treat your hair, not just what you’re putting in it. “I also find that many people with thin hair abuse it when it’s wet: wet hair is very delicate and should not be brushed, tied or wrapped too tightly,” Dr. Nazarian continued. “The behavior will stretch and add strain to thin hair.”

Dr. Nazarian suggests you avoid products that are made with surfactants or alcohol. She explained that surfactants, which are often found in shampoo, “can strip more of the oil from hair, making it dry and weak. Similarly, alcohol-based products, such as many hair styling products or hairsprays, will damage thin hair more quickly than gentler products.

Scroll down for some products to try to properly care for your hair and prevent thinning, according to Dr. Nazarian’s advice.

OGX Extra Strength Refreshing Scalp Tea Tree Mint Shampoo ($6.59)

Key Benefits

- Made with an invigorating and refreshing formula that removes oil build up

- Keeps hair light and clean, yet also moisturized

- Restores scalp health

Ingredient List

- Tea tree oil

- Peppermint

- Witch hazel

Carol's Daughter Hair Milk Nourishing and Conditioning Styling Foam ($7.55)

Key Benefits

- Alternative to hairspray that doesn’t include alcohol

- Nurtures and moisturizes hair while styling

- Strong hold that resists frizz and weather

Ingredient List

- Honey

- Agave

- Chamomile

OGX Refresh & Restore Coconut Miracle Oil Dry Shampoo ($6.59)

Key Benefits

- Dry shampoo that also provides hydration

- Revives and restores hair by the strand

- Leaves hair with soft, silky texture

Ingredient List

- Coconut oil

- Vanilla bean extract

- Tiare extract