If you’ve been struggling with thinning hair or hair loss, you’re not alone. Factors such as genetics, stress, diet, and aging can all contribute to these concerns, but the beauty industry is constantly evolving with new solutions. Enter Aveda’s latest innovation: the Invati Ultra Advanced Collection. This five-step system blends ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with cutting-edge science to tackle hair thinning and promote fuller, healthier hair. We had the opportunity to try out this new line, and here’s what we found.
What Is the Invati Ultra Advanced Collection?
Aveda’s Invati Ultra Advanced Collection is designed to offer a comprehensive solution for thinning hair using a combination of vegan ingredients and Ayurvedic remedies. The collection features five products:
- Exfoliating Shampoo
- Thickening Conditioner
- Revitalizing Scalp Serum
- Fortifying Leave-In Treatment
- Thickening Foam
Central to the collection’s efficacy is the Follicle Vitality Complex, a blend of ginger, alpinia, and eclipta prostrata, known for their beneficial effects on hair health. The products are formulated to not only provide immediate improvements in hair thickness but also to protect and nurture follicles over time.
How Does It Work?
Step 1: Exfoliate
Choose between two formulas based on your hair type:
- Invati Ultra Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo – Light: Contains wintergreen-derived salicylic acid and babassu cleansing agents to gently exfoliate and cleanse fine to medium hair types.
- Invati Ultra Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo – Rich: A more nourishing option with 50% more conditioning agents, suitable for medium to thick hair.
Step 2: Thicken
Both versions of the conditioner work to detangle and strengthen hair:
- Invati Ultra Advanced Thickening Conditioner – Light: Ideal for fine to medium hair, it enhances thickness while providing light conditioning.
- Invati Ultra Advanced Thickening Conditioner – Rich: Offers deeper nourishment for thicker hair types.
Step 3: Revitalize
The Invati Ultra Advanced Revitalizing Scalp Serum invigorates the scalp and supports healthy hair growth with the Follicle Vitality Complex and Japanese knotweed extract.
Step 4: Fortify
The Invati Ultra Advanced Fortifying Leave-In Treatment strengthens hair fibers, reduces breakage, and protects against heat damage up to 450 degrees. It also helps with frizz control.
Step 5: Style
The Invati Ultra Advanced Thickening Foam enhances hair volume and diameter with ingredients like amla and rice protein, offering a flexible hold and shine without sticky residue.
The Verdict
The Invati Ultra Advanced Collection promises significant results, but consistency is key. For best results, Aveda recommends using the entire system for at least eight weeks. Clinical data suggests that using the complete set, including the Thickening Foam, provides the most noticeable improvements in hair thickness and density.
For those short on time, the Revitalizing Scalp Serum and Fortifying Leave-In Treatment are standout products that can deliver substantial benefits on their own. Additionally, Aveda’s commitment to sustainability is evident, with packaging made from at least 90% post-consumer recycled plastic.
Overall, the Invati Ultra Advanced Collection is a promising new entrant in the battle against hair thinning, offering both immediate and long-term benefits while staying true to sustainable and ethical practices. If you’re looking for a scientifically-backed, Ayurvedic-inspired approach to hair care, this collection is worth a try.
