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Does Keranique Work For Hair Regrowth?

Addie Ganik

Reviewed by Addie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Written by Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD

Published 12/28/2021

Updated 01/31/2025

If you’ve been considering a hair regrowth treatment to support your hair health, you may have heard of a brand called Keranique. 

Keranique’s products are designed to address hair loss in women, a condition that is more common than you may think.  It can be triggered by various factors including genetics, hormonal imbalances, and certain health conditions. 

While a solution for hair loss may sound promising, the real question is: Does Keranique work for hair regrowth? Is Keranique good for your hair? 

We’re answering these questions and more about the Keranique hair regrowth system, explaining how Keranique works, whether it has any potential side effects, and what Keranique results may look like. We also discuss other hair loss treatments to consider.

Keranique is a brand name hair regrowth system that’s designed to address female pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia). 

The curated products in the Keranique hair regrowth treatment for women are designed to work together to promote hair regrowth, strengthen existing hair, and improve the overall look of the hair. Included in the lineup are:

  • Revitalizing Shampoo

  • Volumizing Conditioner

  • Hair Regrowth Treatment

  • Lift & Repair Treatment Spray

One of the System’s products, the Hair Regrowth Treatment, contains a 2% concentration of minoxidil, which is an FDA-approved hair loss treatment for women. 

The brand’s products are suitable for various hair types, including fine hair and color-treated hair. Plus, in addition to supporting hair regrowth, some of their products offer other benefits, including  breakage protection, build-up removal, and frizz reduction.

Outside of the Keranique Hair Regrowth System, the brand also makes other styling products and hair care products designed to thicken and texturize hair, prevent breakage, and repair damage. 

The brand also sells Hair & Scalp Health Supplements, which include ingredients like biotin and other B vitamins, zinc, selenium, L-taurine, L-cysteine, curcumin, omega-3s, and saw palmetto.

Keranique hair growth results are largely thanks to minoxidil, the FDA-approved regrowth medication in Keranique Regrowth Treatment. While its mechanism of action isn’t fully understood, minoxidil is thought to work in the following ways:

  • It’s a vasodilator. Minoxidil widens blood vessels. When applied to the scalp, it increases blood flow to the hair follicles, allowing delivery of more oxygen and nutrients to the follicles, which can help to revitalize and strengthen them.

  • It extends the growth phase. Minoxidil is believed to prolong the anagen (growth) phase of the hair follicle. This results in more follicles being in the active growth phase at any given time, contributing to thicker, denser hair.

  • It reverses follicle miniaturization. In androgenetic alopecia, hair follicles gradually shrink, leading to hair thinning and, eventually, hair loss. Minoxidil helps to reverse this by increasing the size of the hair follicles so they can produce thicker hair strands.

All of which to say, minoxidil can be highly effective at encouraging hair growth.

Minoxidil, the active ingredient in Keranique Regrowth Treatment, is widely recognized as safe and effective, when used as directed. However, there are potential side effects, including:

  • Itchy scalp

  • Dryness

  • Flaking

  • Irritation or burning

Note that the majority of those who have used a 5% minoxidil topically report minimal to no side effects — and Keranique only uses a 2% concentration of minoxidil.

If you experience side effects when using Keranique (or any medication, for that matter) that are concerning or getting worse, it’s best to check in with your healthcare provider.

The Keraniuqe hair regrowth system is just one option when it comes to treating hair loss in women. Sometimes, the best hair loss treatment for women involves combining different tips and treatments until you find the right solution.

Here’s what might help, depending on your unique needs and preferences:

  • Use minoxidil separately. Whether or not you use Keranique, minoxidil is an effective hair loss treatment for women of all ages, with a track record of safety when used properly. You can try liquid minoxidil drops or a minoxidil foam solution applied directly to your scalp. Then there’s oral minoxidil for a less messy treatment.

  • Try finasteride. For men, finasteride is a safe and effective oral medication for hair loss. However, women may experience serious risks of sexual dysfunction and certain cancers, plus potential risks to healthy fetal development during pregnancy. We offer a topical finasteride & minoxidil spray for postmenopausal women.

  • Take hair growth supplements. Numerous hair vitamins and supplements — like biotin, keratin, saw palmetto, iron and vitamin D — can stimulate hair growth and keep your hair healthy. Make sure to eat a balanced diet that provides your body with the nutrients it needs for optimal hair growth. Our biotin gummies also contain folic acid and niacin.

  • Try hair-boosting products. Another solution for thin hair (but not necessarily hair loss) is products that give your locks a boost. This volumizing shampoo and conditioner set not only provides a lift but also extra hair hydration. And you can do away with flat hair with these tips for thicker hair.

  • Check your ingredients. Certain ingredients that might be bad for hair include sulfates, parabens and formaldehyde. Meanwhile, zinc pyrithione, ketoconazole and others can treat conditions that cause hair loss, such as dandruff. Next time you’re out buying shampoo for hair loss, take a few seconds to look at the back of the bottle for sulfate- or paraben-free formulas.

This guide provides even more tips and information on how to stop hair shedding.

With so many hair loss products out there claiming they’ll grow your hair back in no time, it can be tough to know which ones live up to their claims.

Does Keranique work? Here’s what we know about female hair loss and using Keranique as a treatment:

  • Hair loss doesn’t just affect men. Many women experience hair loss due to genetics, hormones, stress, health conditions, and other factors, and they’re looking for effective hair loss treatments. So if this sounds like you, take comfort in the fact that you’re not alone.

  • Keranique provides a hair regrowth system. The Keranique system includes shampoo, conditioner, hair regrowth treatment, and volumizing spray. These products are designed to help promote hair regrowth, strengthen existing hair, and improve the overall health of your scalp.

  • Its active ingredient is minoxidil. Positive Keranique hair growth results are due to its Regrowth Treatment, which contains 2% minoxidil, an FDA-approved and proven treatment for female pattern hair loss. Minoxidil is believed to work by extending the growth phase of hair and boosting the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to your hair follicles, allowing for reduced hair loss and new growth.

  • Most potential side effects are mild. The majority of side effects associated with Keranique hair regrowth treatment are mild and likely due to minoxidil, which can result in itching, burning, irritation, or flaking at the scalp. 

Check out this guide on Keranique versus Nioxin to keep reading about popular hair regrowth products and how effective they are.

You can also connect with a licensed healthcare provider about understanding the root cause of your hair loss and hair loss treatments options that are right  for you. Start by telling us your hair goals here.

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Addie Ganik, MD, FAAD

Dr. Addie Ganik is a board-certified dermatologist and a Medical Advisor for Hims & Hers. Prior to joining Hims & Hers, Dr. Ganik worked in digital health at Ro, where she focused on dermatology offerings, medical review, and patient education. In her clinical career, Dr. Ganik has practiced dermatology in both hospital and private practice settings. She has also contributed to several publications in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national conferences.

Dr. Ganik received her Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Stony Brook, graduating summa cum laude. She received her M.D. from New York University School of Medicine and did her dermatology residency at New York University Medical Center Skin and Cancer Unit. Dr. Ganik also completed a postdoctoral fellowship in the Laboratory for Investigative Dermatology at The Rockefeller University, where she conducted research on psoriasis.

Dr. Ganik is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology, and she is a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology.

Dr. Ganik lives in New York and enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, and repurposing flea market finds. You can find Dr. Ganik on LinkedIn for more information.

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