almost what i was hoping to find [SEP] this is almost what i was looking for i am replacing one from nioxin that lasted me years this one is just a little more intense the nioxin did the same job with more comfort my hair has thinned so with a full head of hair this should work perfectly i do recommend it just with some mild reservations if you have a very sensitive scalp you will not find this ideal softer protective tips would have gotten it a bold stars