Dr. Kurt Wolff
Alpecin C1 Caffeine
- Maker
- Dr. Kurt Wolff
- Size
- 8.45 oz
- Typical price
- $16.00 · $1.89/oz
- Key ingredients
- 1 of 5
- Caffeine is the headline ingredient
- Brand recommends two minutes of contact time
- Silicone-less, uses a sulfate cleanser
Caffeine on a budget
Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo C1 review
The best-known caffeine shampoo, made in Germany, with a sulfate cleanser.
Key ingredients
Caffeine. Full ingredient highlights: Caffeine.
| Sulfates | Contains |
|---|---|
| Size | 8.45 oz |
| Typical price | $16.00 |
| Price per ounce | $1.89 |
| Key ingredients | 1 of 5 |
How to use it
Lather and leave on the scalp for about two minutes before rinsing.
Our verdict
A fair price for a caffeine shampoo, but caffeine is all it brings.
How does it stack up against our top pick? Read Regenepure DR vs Alpecin C1 Caffeine.
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- Maker
- Regenepure
- Size
- 8 oz
- Typical price
- $35.00 · $4.38/oz
- Key ingredients
- 4 of 5
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- No sulfates or parabens
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