Vitabrid C12 Scalp+ Shampoo

I definitely believe that scalp health is the key to hair health. It just makes sense that in the same way our pores have a direct impact on the condition of our skin, our hair follicles would influence the state of our hair. Our heads do have way more sebaceous glands which means that if not properly maintained, it can lead to a buildup of oil, dirt, dead skin, sweat, and other impurities which results in issues like oily hair, itchy scalp, dandruff and even hair loss.

Maintaining a healthy hair care regime should be the foundation of effective hair and scalp care. This starts with being mindful of how often you wash your hair as well as the tools and products which you use. Luckily I don't have any scalp issues and I'd like to keep it that way. I believe that is because I have developed a haircare routine that works for my hair type and lifestyle. I typically wash my hair 2 - 3 times a week, switching between a scalp treatment shampoo and a a moisture rich shampoo and nourishing conditioners/treatments. I look for products that encourage scalp as well as hair health. I tried the original Vitabrid Scalp Shampoo when it was first introduced in 2018 and it's been a shampoo that I have gone back to over the years. I recently found out that it is now the Scalp+ Shampoo which features an upgraded formulation and Vitabrid was kind enough to send me a sample to try out and review.

Vitabrid C12 Scalp+ Shampoo

$32 (300 ml/ 10.14 fl.oz)

The Product
Vitabrid  C¹²  Scalp+ Shampoo, an upgrade of the brand's award winning Scalp Shampoo has now sold over 3.8 million bottles globally and there is a good reason for that. Vitabrid  Scalp+ Shampoo features a proprietary biotechnology that delivers beneficial ingredients deep into the skin. This unique breakthrough formula Secret Code P-151™ (Peptibrid, Peptide Complex & Vitabrid CG) combines powerful rejuvenating peptides that help to promote collagen production to improve scalp firmness while helping to prevent hair loss and provide full volume with Vitabrid CG which promotes scalp vitality. This perfectly blended combination enhances the skin’s ability to effectively absorb its novel peptides to further promote collagen production, improve overall scalp firmness and elasticity and strengthen the roots to prevent hair loss. One of the shampoo’s key ingredients is a DHT blocker that helps inhibit the formation of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a hormone responsible for hair loss.

Vitabrid C12 Scalp+ Shampoo is a 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner that puts the focus on scalp health. It gently yet effectively cleanses scalp and hair while imparting soothing hydration, promoting scalp nutrition, moisture balance and preventing hair loss. This shampoo is suitable for all scalp and hair types and is formulated with naturally derived plant ingredients while eliminating harmful chemicals and irritants including parabens, sulfates, phthalates, silicones and mineral oil.

Key Ingredients

•  Secret Code P-151™ helps to inhibit collagen degradation by maximizing the skin delivery of novel peptides for skin rejuvenation while invigorating scalp to promote healthy, stronger hair growth
•  Antioxidants (Ubquinone & Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E) helps to prevent aging of the scalp and protects against UV rays and environmental stressors 
•  Vitamin B Complex helps to nourish skin barrier to maintain a healthy scalp
•  DHT Blocker helps to inhibit the formation of DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a hormone responsible for hair loss to prevent hair loss.
•  Amino Acids help to reduce hair damage and promote healthy hair growth

Ingredient List

Water, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Ubiquinone, Inositol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Biotin, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 stearate, Niacinamide, Thiamine HCl, Pyridoxine, Folic Acid, Cyanocobalamin, Riboflavin, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed silk, Centella Asiatica Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Fruit Extract, Malus Domestica Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Copper Tripeptide-1, Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Oxide, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine, Alanine, Arginine, Panthenol, Salicylic Acid, Menthol, Polyquaternium-10, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, PEG-150 Distearate, Sodium Benzoate, Adenosine, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Fragrance, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool

The Packaging
Vitabrid  C¹²  Scalp+ Shampoo is packaged in a sturdy plastic bottle with a flip top cap.

How To Use

Apply an appropriate amount to wet scalp and hair. Work into a rich lather and massage with circular motions. Rinse thoroughly.

My Experience
Vitabrid  C¹²  Scalp+ Shampoo is clear with a faint herbal scent and a thin gel-like texture. I generally use about a nickel size drop for each wash. It works into a creamy lather and rinses away cleanly and easily. As with the original shampoo, it works just fine without conditioner since it is a shampoo/conditioner that  clarifies my scalp while leaving my hair feeling soft, manageable and clean. If my hair needs a little more moisture and I use conditioner, it's fine as well. My husband was a big fan of the original shampoo for the way it kept his scalp itch and oil-free. He still used it regularly after I switched to more sporadic use because I wanted to try other products. We both agree that this upgraded version improves on a product that was already very good. It's incredible for maintaining the health of our scalps and hair. We've noticed that our hair hardly sheds and that it looks fuller and bouncier as well. And this is during the height of summer with high humidity. I'm glad to have rediscovered Vitabrid C12 Scalp+ Shampoo and I definitely plan on keeping it in my haircare routine going forward.  Vitabrid is one of my favorite brands. Check out my other Vitabrid C12 reviews.

Vitabrid  C¹²  Scalp+ Shampoo can be purchased from Nordstrom, Amazon and the Vitabrid website. It is currently on sale for 25% off during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale which is happening until August 6th.

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