You know that quiet panic that sets in when your hair doesn’t feel quite as full and your ponytail feels… thinner? That’s exactly what sent us down this rabbit hole of hair loss products, which subsequently uncovered a solution that’s earned a permanent place on our beauty shelves, and a spot in the ELLE Beauty Awards lineup: Sublimic Adenovital Scalp Power-Shot.

Low drama, high science and deeply transformative, the Scalp Power-Shot by Shiseido Professional is a water-light, fast-absorbing, minty mist that does its magic quietly and efficiently without greasiness, sticky residue or crunchy tresses. Give it a week and you’ll start to notice fewer strands clogging up the drain hole, more strength at the roots, and a scalp that feels calm.

What's In It?

At the heart of the formula, which comes in a voluptuous little bottle, is Shiseido’s proprietary Hair Revitalizing Technology that works across multiple layers of the scalp to stimulate follicle activity and enhance microcirculation. The star ingredient, adenosine, is backed by clinical studies that recognise its ability to prolong the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle, giving your strands a better chance of growing longer and stronger. The serum also has sophora angustifolia root extract, panax ginseng root extract and nicotinamide (a water-soluble form of vitamin B3), which fortify the cells in the hair follicles that play a crucial role in hair growth and promote scalp health. Regular use helps reduce premature shedding, improve retention and support long-term volume.

Over time, our scalps felt less oily and irritated, and were less sensitive after chemical treatments. There was also a softness at the root and a bounce in the lengths, thanks to improved volume. More importantly, our brushes collected fewer strands after each use. To amplify the results, the Scalp Power-Shot can be used in tandem with the complete Adenovital collection, which includes Sublimic Adenovital Shampoo, Hair Treatment, Hair Mask, and Volume Serum.

How To Use

Application is a cinch. Part your hair and press the nozzle directly on your scalp, dispensing one pump each to 15 specific zones before using the pads of your fingers to gently massage the serum into your scalp. For best results, apply twice a day to damp or dry scalp, once in the morning, and again before bedtime.

Whether you’re dealing with postpartum shedding, seasonal stress, or simply want to treat yourself to some  TLC, Sublimic Adenovital Scalp Power-Shot is the hair care treatment that you’ll be reaching for again and again. n

Sublimic Adenovital Scalp Power-Shot, $109 for 120ml, is sold at selected hair salons and on Lazada Singapore.