Color Wow Youth Juice Review: What Happened When I Actually Tried It for 3 Months
After more than twenty years behind the chair, I’ve seen just about every hair growth product hit the shelves. Oils, foams, drops, sprays, you name it. Most of them promise the same thing and deliver about half of it. So when I first heard about Color Wow Youth Juice, I was curious but skeptical.

It’s supposed to be this collagen-infused scalp treatment that helps thinning hair by keeping the scalp youthful and healthy. Sounds fancy, right? But I wanted to know if it actually does anything. So, I tested it myself for a full three months.
Okay, So Here’s What I Noticed
The texture threw me off at first. It’s super light and watery, not sticky or oily like a lot of scalp products. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave any residue, which I liked. When I first applied it, I thought, “There’s no way something this thin is going to do anything.” But it surprised me.
It has a clean, slightly sweet scent and not overpowering, just fresh enough to make you feel like you’re doing something good for your scalp. And when you massage it in, it feels cool, almost like a light mint tingle. One of my clients said it reminded her of aloe.
The packaging is sleek and simple. A dropper bottle that makes it easy to target your part line or hairline. I used about a dropperful each night on clean hair before bed.
My First Mistake Using It
The first week, I wasn’t consistent. I’d forget some nights and think, “It’s fine, I’ll double up tomorrow.” Big mistake. This product doesn’t work like that. It needs consistency. It’s not like a styling serum where you see instant shine. It’s more like skincare because it builds up over time.
And, honestly, the first time I used it, I only focused on my hairline. I thought that was where I’d see the biggest change. Three weeks later, my crown still looked the same and I realized I’d completely neglected it. Once I started applying evenly, things improved.
What Actually Happened After 100 Days
I didn’t wake up one morning with a thicker ponytail. But here’s what I did notice. My hair felt stronger and smoother, especially near the roots. It stopped feeling wiry. Styling became easier, and I needed less product. My blowouts looked cleaner, and my scalp didn’t get greasy as quickly between washes.
I can’t say I saw huge regrowth personally, but several of my clients did. One of my regulars, Maria, swears by it. She said her baby hairs around her temples started filling in after about six weeks. Another client, who had been shedding like crazy, told me her fallout slowed down noticeably after a month.
Consistency seems to be the magic ingredient here. The clients who stuck with it daily saw results. The ones who skipped a few days didn’t.
The Collagen Concept
What makes this product interesting is its focus on collagen and not minoxidil or drugs. The idea is that your scalp loses collagen faster than your skin does, which makes the follicles weaker over time. Youth Juice is meant to replenish that loss and create a healthier scalp environment so hair can grow stronger.
I like the logic. In Florida, where the sun and humidity can wreak havoc on your scalp, anything that helps rebuild and balance is worth considering. A healthy scalp equals better hair, period. Even if you don’t see instant volume, your hair feels better.
I Wasn’t Expecting This
After a month, I realized it wasn’t just helping my scalp, it was also making my styling process easier. My hair felt softer, smoother, and less frizzy around the roots. That part really surprised me. It’s like the texture of my hair changed just enough to behave better.
The product also layers well with other treatments. I used it alongside Color Wow’s residue-free shampoo, and together they kept my scalp cleaner than usual. I didn’t get that product buildup or greasy feeling that sometimes happens when you layer treatments.
My Only Real Gripe
Here’s my honest critique. The bottle goes fast. If you’re using the recommended one to three dropperfuls daily, you’ll be refilling in about six weeks. For the $46 price, that adds up.
And while it’s great for mild to moderate thinning, if your hair is extremely coarse or if you already have bare patches, it’s not going to perform miracles. Once a follicle is dead, no topical can bring it back. It’s better at maintaining what you have and improving the health of new growth.
Still, as far as non-drug options go, this is one of the better ones I’ve seen.
My Professional Takeaway
If you’re patient and consistent, Color Wow Youth Juice is worth a try. It’s not instant gratification, but it builds long-term results. I’d compare it to skincare for your scalp. You don’t notice it overnight, but give it a few months and your hair just feels better.
If you’re someone who struggles with thinning or brittle hair, or if your scalp feels tight or irritated, this could be a great addition to your routine.
You can find it here in our salon’s online shop:
Color Wow Youth Juice Collagen Scalp Treatment
Or stop by The Warehouse Salon in DeLand. I’ll help you figure out how to build a scalp care routine that fits your lifestyle and actually works for your hair type.
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1782 S Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720
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