Regenepure
Regenepure makes shampoos, conditioners and scalp care for thinning hair. Here you find the DR and NT formulas, both sulphate-free. We explain how the two differ, how often to use them and who each one suits.Read more →
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What sets the Regenepure formulas apart
Regenepure is a hair care brand from the United States. It started in 2008 with one product, the DR shampoo, and the range is still small and focused on the scalp. Alongside its shampoos for hair and scalp you will find a milder wash, a leave-in biotin conditioner and hair supplements. All wash formulas leave out SLS and parabens, which matters if your scalp is flaky or your hair is coloured or keratin treated.
- DR: the treatment wash with 1% ketoconazole
- NT: the mild, moisturising wash
- Intense Volumizing: leave-in biotin conditioner
- Essentials: biotin-based tablets
DR and NT do two different jobs
This is where most people get it wrong. DR (Doctor Recommended) is the one with ketoconazole at 1%, combined with salicylic acid, saw palmetto extract, niacin, vitamin B6, caffeine, jojoba oil and menthol. You lather it, leave it on the scalp for a few minutes, then rinse. NT (Nourishing Treatment) contains no ketoconazole at all. It is the gentle wash with biotin and hydrolysed proteins, built to soften and add body. UK buyers regularly order NT expecting DR results, so check the label before you add to basket.
Why we stock Regenepure
We chose Regenepure because the formulas are specific instead of vague. DR names its ketoconazole level, 1%, and NT is honest about being a mild wash rather than an anti-thinning product. That matches how we select: the form, the dose and combinations that make sense, explained rather than implied. We buy directly from the brand, so the bottles are authentic, and every product passes our compliance team before it goes live. We test products ourselves and independent labs spot-check batches. Regenepure costs more than a supermarket shampoo, and it earns that if scalp build-up and flaking are your real issue. You can read how we select brands.
The range is built as a routine
Regenepure is designed to be used in combination, not as one hero bottle. The common pattern is DR two or three times a week as the treatment wash, NT on the other wash days, and a leave-in conditioner whenever your hair feels dry. If your hair is fine and oily, DR on its own may be enough. If it is dry, curly or chemically treated, plan for conditioner from day one. The DR formula is drying by design, and that is the trade-off UK reviewers mention most often.
Honest expectations
A shampoo sits on your scalp for minutes, so treat this range as scalp care that supports the rest of your routine. It can leave the scalp cleaner and less flaky and make hair look fuller. It is a cosmetic product, not a medicine, and it does not replace anything a doctor has prescribed. Hair grows slowly, so give it six to eight weeks of consistent use before you judge the result. Many people combine topical care with supplements for hair growth such as biotin or zinc, which work from the inside instead of the shower.
Both DR and NT come in 224 ml bottles and suit men and women. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or your scalp is broken or irritated, skip the ketoconazole formula and ask a pharmacist first.
Frequently asked questions
What is Regenepure?
Regenepure is an American hair care brand that launched in 2008 with the DR shampoo and grew from there. The range stays narrow: two treatment shampoos, a leave-in biotin conditioner and a biotin supplement. The focus is the scalp rather than styling, and the wash formulas are made without SLS and parabens. If you want to compare it with other hair care brands we carry, look at the active ingredient list first, not the packaging.
What is the difference between Regenepure DR and NT?
DR is the treatment wash, NT is the gentle wash. Only DR contains ketoconazole. This is the mix-up we see most often in UK reviews, so the short version is below.
| Formula | Key ingredients | Use | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| DR | 1% ketoconazole, salicylic acid, saw palmetto | 2 to 3 times a week, leave on briefly | Flaky, oily, congested scalp |
| NT | Biotin, hydrolysed proteins, caffeine | On other wash days | Dry, fine, treated hair |
| Intense Volumizing | Biotin, leave-in base | After washing | Dry or flat-looking hair |
How often should I use Regenepure DR?</p>
Two to three washes a week is the usual rhythm, with NT or another mild shampoo in between. DR is meant to sit on the scalp for a few minutes before you rinse, which gives the ingredients contact time but also removes more oil than a normal shampoo. Daily use is where most complaints about dry, straw-like hair come from. Start at twice a week, see how your scalp and hair respond, then adjust.
Does Regenepure DR dry out your hair?
It can, and the brand does not hide it: DR is described as slightly drying, which is partly why it suits oily hair types. Two things help. Keep the leave-on time short, around two to three minutes rather than five, and apply the product to your scalp instead of working it through the lengths. Follow with NT or the biotin conditioner on the mid-lengths and ends. Dry hair is a formula trade-off, not a sign the product is failing.
Can women use Regenepure, and is it safe for coloured hair?
Yes, both DR and NT are sold for men and women, and the brand states they are free of sulphates and parabens, so they are suitable for colour and keratin-treated hair. That is the practical reason many salons point people towards them: harsh detergents strip colour faster. If you have recently had a chemical service, wash with NT first and introduce DR once your scalp feels normal again. Pregnant or breastfeeding? Ask a pharmacist before using the ketoconazole formula.
Is Regenepure suitable after a hair transplant?
Regenepure states its shampoos are sulphate-free and safe to use after a transplant, and some hair transplant surgeons recommend DR and NT as a post-procedure pair because they clear build-up gently. That said, timing is the surgeon's call, not ours. Newly implanted follicles are fragile in the first weeks, so follow the aftercare instructions you were given and start only when your clinic says you can. When in doubt, begin with NT.
How is Regenepure DR different from a medicated ketoconazole shampoo from the pharmacy?
Concentration and status. DR is sold as a cosmetic shampoo with 1% ketoconazole plus salicylic acid, saw palmetto and vitamins. Pharmacy anti-dandruff shampoos in Europe are licensed medicines and are commonly available at 2% ketoconazole, with clinical data behind that strength for dandruff. So DR is the gentler, broader scalp wash you can use long term, while a medicated shampoo is the route for a diagnosed scalp condition. Using one does not rule out the other.
How long before I see anything?
Scalp comfort and less flaking often change within the first few washes, because that is surface-level cleansing. Anything to do with how your hair looks takes far longer. Hair grows roughly a centimetre a month, so plan on six to eight weeks of consistent use before judging thickness or shedding, and take a photo at the start. One honest note from UK reviewers: less hair in the shower is a common report, brand new growth is not.
