When should you use these ampoules for reactive hair loss?
Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment is a hair care product in ampoules, designed to be applied directly to the scalp. It is designed for sudden, recent hair loss—such as that occurring after a period of stress or fatigue, during seasonal changes, or in the months following childbirth. Its formula combines extracts of brunelle, houseleek, pea shoots, milk thistle, and tulip flower, supplemented with rosemary extract, panthenol, and vitamin B6.
Its primary function is to slow hair loss. The amount of hair left on your brush or at the bottom of the shower becomes noticeably less with each application. It complements our anti-hair loss shampoos and treatments with a concentrated ampoule regimen.
It also improves the quality of the remaining hair. Its formula stimulates hair growth and adds volume and shine to hair that has appeared thinner since hair loss began. In a clinical study conducted on 52 women and evaluated using a satisfaction questionnaire, 92% of participants felt their hair was stronger at the roots after a month and a half, and 89% found it had more volume.
The treatment is designed for times when you’re short on time. Apply the treatment every time you shampoo— no rinsing required—then style your hair as usual: its non-greasy, non-sticky formula won’t weigh your hair down. No need to squeeze an extra step into your weekly routine—the treatment fits right into your existing routine.
On the day of application, shampooing sets the stage. We recommend Arkopharma’s Forcapil Fortifying Shampoo for this: its keratin and provitamin B5 coat the hair shaft during washing, while the ampoule, applied afterward to a clean scalp, works at the roots. The two steps complement each other without overlapping—one targets the hair shafts, the other the scalp.
How do you apply this leave-in hair treatment?
Directions for Use
Apply one ampoule per week to the scalp for 3 months. After shampooing, on towel-dried hair, apply section by section, massage gently, and do not rinse.
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Precautions
- For external use only, on the scalp.
- Open the ampoule carefully: it is made of glass and may cause injury if broken.
- Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Alcohol-based formula (denatured alcohol is the second ingredient listed): Keep away from open flames or heat sources, and allow the product to absorb before using a hair dryer or straightening iron.
- Do not use if you have a known allergy to any of the plants in the formula, particularly those in the Asteraceae family (which includes milk thistle, arnica, and chamomile), rosemary, tulip, or pea.
- Contains fragrance and linalool, a declared allergen: do not use if you have a known allergy to this ingredient.
- Do not apply to an irritated, damaged, or wounded scalp. Discontinue use if redness, itching, or a burning sensation occurs, and seek advice.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: No specific data is available for this product. Consult your doctor, midwife, or pharmacist before use.
- If you are currently undergoing treatment for hair loss (minoxidil or a treatment prescribed by a doctor), consult a professional before combining this product with your current treatment, and do not discontinue your treatment without medical advice.
- Consult a doctor or dermatologist if hair loss persists despite treatment, if it forms patches or distinct thinning areas, if it is accompanied by itching, redness, or flaking, or if it is associated with extreme fatigue, palpitations, unusual sensitivity to cold, or menstrual irregularities. After childbirth, prolonged hair loss may warrant a medical evaluation (iron levels, thyroid function).
- The list of ingredients is subject to change: check the list on the packaging of the product you purchased.
- Use the contents of the ampoule in a single application. Store away from heat and light. Keep out of reach of children.
What are the ingredients in this hair loss treatment?
Ingredients
Aqua / Water / Eau, Alcohol denat., Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) flower/leaf/stem extract, Sempervivum tectorum extract, Silybum marianum seed extract, Pisum sativum (Pea) extract, Prunella vulgaris extract, Tulipa gesneriana flower extract, Alcohol, Parfum / Fragrance, PVP, Panthenol, Pyridoxine HCl, Sodium benzoate, Maltodextrin, Linalool, Citric acid.
Packaging
Box of 12 5-ml ampoules with applicator tips, providing three months’ supply.
Our Expert Advice on Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment
At the counter, the most common disappointment occurs in the first few weeks: hair loss continues even after the treatment has begun. This is to be expected. The hair that falls out at this stage had already detached from its root well before the first ampoule was used, and it will fall out regardless of what you do. This isn’t a sign that the treatment isn’t working. Another common mistake: applying the product to the lengths of the hair. It’s the scalp that matters, which is why it’s important to part your hair thoroughly.
To follow the treatment properly, use up the entire box without skipping any weeks, and evaluate the results at the end, not halfway through. Taking a photo of your parting at the start, under the same lighting, helps you track progress without relying solely on how your hair looks when brushed. Once the issue has resolved, there’s no need to do another treatment right away: save this treatment for the next time you’re feeling run-down or for the next change of season.
FAQ
What is the difference between Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment and a gradual hair loss treatment?
Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment is designed for sudden, profuse hair loss that has been present for less than three months, is widespread across the entire scalp, and is linked to a temporary imbalance. Progressive hair loss develops slowly, over months or years, and is more commonly associated with aging, menopause, or heredity; it requires a different product line, such as the Phytocyane treatment for progressive hair loss.
When can I start using Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment after giving birth?
Hair loss following childbirth generally appears two to four months after delivery, when the hair that remained in the growth phase during pregnancy all enters the shedding phase at once. It is at this point, when hair loss becomes visible, that the treatment becomes most effective. This phenomenon is usually temporary and resolves on its own within the following year.
Can I use Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment if I’m a man?
Nothing in the formulation of Phytophanère Reactive Hair Loss Treatment restricts its use to women, but the published studies were conducted on women. In men, the type of hair loss that causes concern is most often gradual, characterized by receding hairlines or thinning at the crown; in such cases, a treatment for progressive hair loss is more appropriate than this product.