7 Best Rosemary Shampoos to Thicken and Grow Hair

By now, you probably are aware of the amazing benefits of rosemary when it comes to hair. The ingredient has gone viral on social media for thickening hair, growing longer locks and supporting overall hair and scalp health. And better yet, it’s so easy to use and incorporate into your hair care routine—especially if you try it out in shampoo form. Keep reading for the benefits of rosemary shampoo, how to use it and the best rosemary shampoos on the market according to a trichologist that will make hair look and feel healthy, full and long.

Benefits of rosemary shampoo

Rosemary is an incredible ingredient in hair care, thanks to its ability to regrow and thicken hair, among many other benefits. The most common form of rosemary when it comes to hair care products is rosemary oil, which “is a natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant,” says trichologist Kerry Yates. “Rosemary in oil form helps to alleviate inflammation and fight against free radicals.”

However, there are other forms of rosemary for hair. Rosemary water is one that’s gaining traction as of late, which is great for on-the-go if you don’t want the greasy look from rosemary oil. But perhaps the easiest form of rosemary for hair is rosemary shampoo. You have to wash your hair anyway, so you might as well incorporate rosemary into your shampoo to promote hair growth.

“When a rosemary blend is massaged directly on the skin/scalp (as it is when using a rosemary shampoo), the user can improve blood circulation, feed the follicle and eliminate inflammation,” explains Yates. “By improving blood circulation, you can improve the anagen hair cycle phase. Overall when you improve follicle health, you ultimately benefit follicle fitness.”

How to apply rosemary shampoo

Applying rosemary shampoo is very simple, and is applied essentially the same as you would apply your standard shampoo.

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First, wet your hair thoroughly. Pump or squeeze out your rosemary shampoo into your palm, then rub your hands together to emulsify the product. Next, massage into your scalp thoroughly—it can also help to use a scalp brush for this. Finally, simply rinse out! We recommend doing a double shampoo cleanse, so you can repeat these steps with the rosemary shampoo or your standard shampoo.

7 best rosemary shampoos

Keep reading for the best rosemary shampoos on the market, including Yates’ top picks.

Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo

Clarifying shampoos are great to keep in your shower for a deep cleanse. Clarifying shampoos don’t need to be used every hair wash, but if you’re noticing extra product buildup, dirt and grime, they’re amazing to use. Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo is one of Yates’ favorite rosemary shampoos. “(It’s) not necessarily created for hair loss, but designed to create a healthy scalp environment,” she says.

Kiehl’s Magic Elixir Hair Oil

This pick of Yates’, Kiehl’s Magic Elixir Hair Oil, is a pre-shampoo treatment. It’s infused with avocado oil, safflower oil and rosemary leaf oil, “designed to moisturize and support the scalp,” says Yates. Apply on dry hair before washing, then rinse out when shampooing.

Bondi Boost HG Shampoo

Try Bondi Boost HG Shampoo for Thinning Hair if you want to thicken hair and promote hair growth. It has almost 9,000 five-star reviews on Ulta’s website, and is made with rosemary, peppermint, aloe vera, saw palmetto and nettle leaf to strengthen and thicken hair.

Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo

Mielle went viral for their rosemary oil for hair a few years back, as it’s both affordable and accessible, and has amazing results. Therefore, it’s no wonder we included Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo on this list. Not only is it made with rosemary and mint essential oils, it’s also infused with biotin which promotes hair growth.

Briogeo Scalp Revival Rosemary Pre Wash

Another pre-shampoo treatment, Briogeo Scalp Revival Rosemary Pre Wash made Yates’ list, as she says it’s the “perfect partner to tackle ‘itchy, dry’ scalp. (It) helps to ensure a healthy scalp environment.” It moisturizes, soothes and strengthens hair for extra fullness.