This has been my go-to shampoo for the last year and I have really liked the results. I've noticed less hair falling out and it keeps my scalp clean. It lathers well and the scent is pleasant. This is made to prepare your scalp for other hair loss treatments and I think it works gently enough for this. I just wish they would get rid of the parabens though and it is pricey for a drugstore shampoo.