• 14.04.2025
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How to Combine Caffeine Shampoos with Other Hair Care Methods?

Caffeine shampoos like Alpecin and Plantur 39 are effective on their own, but their impact can be boosted when properly combined with other treatments and care routines. Here’s how to get the most out of your hair care.

1. Proper Hair Washing Routine
✅ How to use a caffeine shampoo?
• Apply directly to the scalp and leave it on for 2 minutes (to allow the caffeine to take effect).
• Wash your hair at least 3–4 times per week for cumulative benefits.

❌ What to avoid?
• Hot water – it dries the scalp and reduces caffeine’s effectiveness.
• Harsh sulfate shampoos – can over-dry and irritate the skin.

2. Additional Hair Growth Products
💧 Serums and Tonics
• Alpecin Caffeine Liquid – enhances the shampoo’s effect and is applied to dry scalp. Use it in the morning after washing your hair. Apply to towel-dried scalp, massage in. Do not rinse! Let it dry a bit, then comb your hair again.

• Plantur 39 Phyto-Caffeine Tonic – contains caffeine and nicotinic acid to improve microcirculation. Best used in the morning. Massage in, leave for a short time, then comb and style as usual.

🧴 Masks and Ampoules
• Once a week, use strengthening masks with keratin or hyaluronic acid – they don’t interfere with caffeine but hydrate the hair lengths.


3. Nutrition and Supplements
Caffeine works locally, but internal nutrition is key to hair health:

• B vitamins (B7, B12) – support hair growth.
• Zinc and iron – prevent brittleness and breakage.
• Omega-3 fatty acids – improve hair structure.

💡 Tip: If hair loss is severe, consult a trichologist – special treatments may be needed.

4. Physiotherapy & Massage
• Darsonval – improves blood circulation, enhances caffeine absorption.
• Laser comb – stimulates hair follicles (can be combined with caffeine products).
• Manual scalp massage – 5 minutes daily before bed helps “wake up” the roots.

5. What NOT to Do
• Use caffeine shampoos with minoxidil without doctor consultation – may cause irritation.
• Frequent hair coloring – ammonia weakens caffeine's effect.
• Overuse of styling products – silicones can clog pores.

Conclusion: The Ideal Hair Care Routine
1. Wash your scalp with caffeine shampoo (Alpecin / Plantur 39).
2. 1–2 times a week – apply a mask or serum.
3. Daily – do a light scalp massage + take vitamins.
4. Every 3 months – have a trichologist check-up.