Key ingredients
4.6/5
Nioxin built its numbered systems around thinning hair, and System 2 is for natural, untreated hair that has thinned noticeably.
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System 2 Cleanser Shampoo
$27.00
Nioxin built its numbered systems around thinning hair, and System 2 is for natural, untreated hair that has thinned noticeably. It cleans away oil and buildup from the scalp and makes hair look thicker within about a month.
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The Edyt Score
4.8 / 5.0
Targets
4.5/5
This thickening shampoo is a salon system.
Formula standards
4.8/5
The formula is a salon system.
The verdict
Nioxin built its numbered systems around thinning hair, and System 2 is for natural, untreated hair that has thinned noticeably.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (KÉRASTASE, PURA D'OR, Jack Black, Briogeo, Dr. Groot, and Creip). Compare best for, hair/scalp fit, format, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Natural hair with noticeable thinning | Thinning hair that needs shine | Botanical anti-thinning care | Men with fine or thinning hair | Full routine for thinning hair | Itchy, flaky thinning scalp | Fans of rosemary hair care |
| Hair / scalp | Thinning natural hair | Fine, thinning hair | Thinning hair | Fine hair, men | Fine, thinning hair | Sensitive scalp | All hair types |
| Format | Shampoo | Shampoo | Shampoo | Shampoo | Shampoo and conditioner | Shampoo | Shampoo |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Notes | Salon system · Scalp care | Hyaluronic acid · Densifying | Biotin · Saw palmetto | Sulfate-free · Volumizing | Caffeine · Biotin | Rosemary · Biotin | Rosemary · Batana oil |
| $ / size | $27.00 | $48.00 | $29.99 | $27.20 | $54.00 | $33.00 | $21.99 |
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FAQ
Who is System 2 Cleanser Shampoo best for?
Nioxin built its numbered systems around thinning hair, and System 2 is for natural, untreated hair that has thinned noticeably. It cleans away oil and buildup from the scalp and makes hair look thicker within about a month.
How did Edyt Beauty score this thickening shampoo?
Edyt Beauty rates System 2 Cleanser Shampoo 4.8 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks System 2 Cleanser Shampoo against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from KÉRASTASE, PURA D'OR, Jack Black, Briogeo, Dr. Groot, and Creip. For more from the same brand, see More from Nioxin below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop System 2 Cleanser Shampoo with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best Shampoos for Hair Growth and Thickness.
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