Plant-Based, Scalp-Focused Ingredients

Saw Palmetto botanical ingredient icon in ACTIIV hair care, supporting scalp health and hair thinning care. Saw Palmetto botanical ingredient icon in ACTIIV hair care, supporting scalp health and hair thinning care.

Saw Palmetto

Celebrated for its traditional role in supporting a harmonious scalp environment. Crucial for maintaining the look of dense, resilient hair.

Green tea botanical ingredient icon featured in ACTIIV hair care for antioxidant and scalp-refreshing benefits. Green tea botanical ingredient icon featured in ACTIIV hair care for antioxidant and scalp-refreshing benefits.

Green Tea

Rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, it helps protect the scalp from external stressors.

Brahmi herb ingredient icon featured in ACTIIV hair formulas for calming and strengthening hair and scalp. Brahmi herb ingredient icon featured in ACTIIV hair formulas for calming and strengthening hair and scalp.

Brahmi

Revitalizes hair for a healthier-looking appearance — Brahmi is known to condition and support the scalp, helping strands look refreshed and lively.

Overall rating: 4.5637584 / 5 from 149 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

ACTIIV Recover Thickening Shampoo Treatment for Men is a premium, plant-based formula designed to support fuller, healthier-looking hair. Ideal for all hair types, it is vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free, and color-safe. Users report varied results, with some experiencing thicker, healthier hair and others noticing softer hair.

Summary topics

  • Product Results: 20%
  • Hair Texture and Health: 25%

Review topics: ["size","quality","results","difference","feeling","hair","order","shampoo","hair loss","growth","conditioner","head"].

Review highlights

  • "Great product with positive results."Gregory A.
  • "Now I caught my balding in time to where I still have a pretty good head of hair."Darin
  • "My hair is fuller and thicker."JP G.

Reviews

Shampoo is great

"The shampoo is great. I have not used it long enough to make a judgement on the hair improvement qualities yet"

Charles S. (5/5)

"It’s great. And i love the smell"

Alex (5/5)

ACT/IV RECOVER Current Success

"I began using ACT/IV RECOVER on 2/6/26 approximately 3 times per week and as of 3/11/26 thee is new growth in the areas that I was hoping for. Fingers are crossed that the new growth continues."

Ron N. (4/5)

Really works

"I've been using this shampoo and conditioner now for 1 year. Have tried many others and was really surprised how well it works. Started seeing thicker hair in a couple weeks and have had real good results since."

Edward B. (5/5)

So Far So Good

"Product is easy to use and seems to be working. Time will tell."

Matt H. (5/5)

Great product!

"Great combo of shampoo and conditioner that seems to make my hair appear thicker! I am happy with my purchase and bought more when I ran out. I love that it comes in travel size."

Stephen F. (5/5)

Great product!

"Great combo of shampoo and conditioner that seems to make my hair appear thicker! I am happy with my purchase and bought more when I ran out."

Stephen F. (5/5)

"Amazing product that while expensive works better than anything else i have tried for thinning hair"

Jacob (5/5)

Highly recommend this product!

"I absolutely love this product, I used it as recommended over a year and things have really changed and I've also noticed a real difference in my confidence! Here's some before and afters FYI I've also used a DHT blocker as well with the DHT blocker Shampoo Actiiv"

Tyler A. (5/5)

Recommended by hairstylist

"Still in the early stages of using this product, but the quality is better than anything we had used previously. Will keep repeating our order, so far we are happy with the results"

Paige T. (5/5)

Q&A

I was mistakenly sent the women’s version and wonder if I’m ok to use it as a man. I would imagine so but wanted to ask.
Yes—you’re absolutely okay to use it 👍 ACTIIV’s Recover Thickening Shampoo formulas for men and women are very similar in how they work. Both are built with clean, plant-based actives designed to support a healthy scalp environment and promote the appearance of fuller, thicker-looking hair. The main differences are in positioning and slight variations in formulation and scent—not in overall effectiveness. So if you received the women’s version by mistake, you can confidently use it without any issue. Many customers even use both interchangeably depending on availability or preference. If you’d prefer the men’s version specifically, you can always exchange it—but from a performance standpoint, you’re good to go!
My hair dresser swears by your products and she has a trail sample of Women’s Actiiv Shampoo and Conditioner for me to try. Will it be ok to try, as I am Male?
Hi Dave- It is safe to use, and you may even see some results, but we suggest using the gender-specific formula for best results. Thanks! The Actiiv Team
Am I supposed to use this product completely in place of my normal shampoo and only wash my hair every other day? Or am I supposed to use my normal shampoo every other day?
Hi Brett- You should use our shampoo every other day, then use your normal cleansing shampoo on the days you are not using Actiiv! Thank you, The Actiiv Team

Your Questions Answered, Before You Buy

A plant-based thickening shampoo treatment formulated for men's scalp and hair needs. Delivers cold-pressed botanical actives to nourish the scalp and make hair look visibly thicker. 90-day money-back guarantee.

Customers using ACTIIV routines often describe noticing:

  • Less hair shedding within 30 days
  • Hair feeling stronger and fuller within 60 days. 
  • Visible changes after 3 months of consistent use.

Our products are risk-free for 90 days.

Apply to wet hair and scalp every other day. Massage in and leave for 5 minutes before rinsing. Follow with Revolve Conditioner for best results. For enhanced results, use our Hair Serum daily.

ACTIIV is a scalp treatment system, not a commodity shampoo. Cold-pressed botanical actives, CO2 extraction, FDA-registered US manufacturing, and a 90-day guarantee justify the difference. At ~$1/day, it costs less than one salon visit per month.

A 7 oz bottle used every other day lasts approximately 90 days for most people — around 3 months per bottle. That works out to roughly $1/day for a salon-grade treatment shampoo and conditioner. Subscribe to save on every order.

For our best value, our 16oz Bottle may last up to 8 months when used as directed.

Yes — it's the most important step. The plant actives need time to reach the scalp. Rinsing immediately is the most common reason people don't see results. Set a timer: 5 minutes in the shower changes everything.

Yes — subscribe through to save 10% on every order and never run out. You control the frequency, can pause or cancel anytime, and there are no surprise charges. You can manage your subscription in your account portal.