Best shampoo on Reddit
289 reviews from r/longhair, r/finehair, r/Sephora and 54 more subreddits
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#1
Redken
4.8
(25)
"I’m loving it so far!"
"I love redken all soft"
"Redken Volume!"
"Redken all soft but maybe Ouai Medium Hair…"
"❤️❤️"
"Redken all soft."
"Redken all soft <3"
"Redken All Soft!!!!"
"For you, Redken All Soft."
"Only thing I've used so far that leaves my scalp clean enough."
#2
Ouai
4.7
(23)
"Ouai fine hair shampoo and conditioner 💖."
"My favorite products are Ouai fine hair shampoo."
"I personally love ouai shampoo."
"I use the ouai and love it."
"I like the Ouai clarifying shampoo a lot."
"I have thick hair and love the clarifying shampoo from Ouai."
"Ouai Detox"
"I LOVED Ouai and Amika when I used them."
"I would recommend a clarifying shampoo every third wash."
"I love the Ouai and noticed a difference in my scalp being less itchy."
#3
Nizoral
4.6
(21)
"Best shampoo, as in most efficacious for scalp health, that you can get over the counter is Nizoral."
"Nizoral. Hands down."
"Nizoral at Target."
"Nizoral is all that would help mine."
"For shampoo, I alternate between Davines energizing and Nizoral."
"I used Nizoral and it was amazing."
"Nizerol. And only use it once a week maximum."
"I use Nizoral (Ketoconazole) shampoo two days a week and the other days I just use a conditioner."
"Use nizoral."
"Nizoral."
#4
Pureology
4.6
(12)
"Pureology!"
"Pureology!!"
"Pureology 100%."
"Pureology all the way!"
"Pureology. I have long curly highlighted hair and nothing conditions like Pureology hydrate."
"Pureology hydrate"
"Another vote for Pureology ! I use the Stength Cure formula, have been using it for 3 months."
"I literally just tried it recently but the purology stength cure has quickly risen to the top for me"
"Pureology hydrate. I have fine to medium hair and the sheer option is great"
"I think I prefer Pureology overall."
#5
Olaplex
4.6
(11)
"Olaplex or Goldwell rich repair."
"Olaplex"
"Olaplex, and it’s actually on sale right now too."
"Olaplex is the only one I’ve used recently that doesn’t make my head itch."
"Olaplex! One of the salon stylists recommended it to me while getting my hair done bcs I abuse dry shampoo and am kinda of a gym rat too and it leaves almost no white residue and it actually leaves my hair feeling cleaner and not dirtier like other dry shampoos."
"I would use Olaplex or Terax."
"STick w/ Olaplex if it’s working well for u, it’s excellent for maintaining bleached hair."
"I use this shampoo once or twice a week, and it keeps my hair healthy."
"Olaplex conditioner leaves my hair feeling soft and manageable."
"I use olaplex for my normal shampoo and conditioner."
#6
Pantene
4.4
(8)
"Pantene volume shampoo!"
"I personally love Pantene Volume shampoo and the conditioner."
"It's an awesome clarifying shampoo that I love for my straight/ fine oily hair."
"I like the Pantene volume and body."
"Only this variant, nothing else from Pantene."
"I use Pantene volume for when I use grease or oil."
"I love the way my hair feels with Pantene volume and body."
"I use Pantene lively clean every alternate day."
#7
Living Proof
4.9
(7)
"Best of the best right there!!"
"Living Proof"
"Personally I like the Living Proof one."
"Either the Living Proof dry shampoo (the original, not the advanced version) or the IGK one work well for me."
"It’s expensive but the dry shampoo from living proof is my favorite. fragrance lasts, smells good, isn’t super thick and powdery when you spray."
"The Living Proof Dry Shampoo would be a good option for you. The trick is to spray it and to not touch it or massage it for about 60 seconds."
"The only one I can stand (doesn't feel powdery or itchy on my scalp) is the Living Proof advanced clean dry shampoo - in the silver can."
#8
Verb
4.7
(7)
"Verb Ghost shampoo, conditioner, and oil."
"The best shampoo/conditioner I've used is the verb ghost sham/cond."
"I love Verb Ghost!"
"I highly recommend Verb, it’s much more affordable than a lot of brands but high quality!"
"Verb Ghost is consistently great."
"Verb ghost."
"I use verb I also really like batiste."
#9
Selsun Blue
4.3
(7)
"Selsun blue"
"I discovered Selsun Blue, used it 2x a week and my dandruff is gone."
"Selsun Blue. Not the 2-in-1 or other variants."
"You can see results within 2 weeks."
"Selsun blue really works for me though pricey siya."
"Selsun blue is good."
"Selsun Blue works for me."
#10
Lush
5.0
(6)
"Lush has the best."
"Lush shampoo bars 💖"
"The one I keep going back to is Tofu from Lush."
"I really like Tofu at the moment."
"BIG truly nourishes your hair and scalp without leaving a residue."
"It regulates it without stripping. Best I've found."
#11
Head & Shoulders
4.2
(6)
"I swear by it."
"For my scalp."
"Head & Shoulders"
"Works well and it doesn't strip your hair like dish soap."
"Head&Shoulders."
#12
Vichy
4.8
(5)
"I vouch for this. 💯💯"
"Dercos all the way. It was recommended to me by a dermatologist."
"Dercos by Vichy (talking from experience) it costs around 120 dhs for a 200ml bottle. I've tried many and I can assure you Dercos is the best of the best."
"Vichy Dercos 💯💯."
"I used Vichy Decros too when my scalp was terrible and it worked well!"
#13
Oribe
4.8
(5)
"Kinda expensive, but works wonders."
"Oribe gold lust shampoo"
"I love Oribe Gold Lust shampoo and conditioner."
"Look at Oribe. Excellent brand & reputation."
#14
Aveeno
4.6
(5)
"Another vote for the Aveeno Clarify and Shine Apple Cider vinegar shampoo."
"Both Aveeno Clarify & Shine Apple Cider Vinegar Shampoo work for me."
"I really like the Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar shampoo!"
"I like Aveeno apple cider vinegar shampoo."
"I really like the aveeno apple cider vinegar shampoo."
#15
Dove
4.4
(5)
"Honestly, my scalp feels the best with dove or suave."
"I like Dove’s the best."
"Abbey Yung has a lot of recommendations for good drug store products. Dove intensive repair."
"Try the Dove brand, women’s or men’s."
"Dove just works well for a reasonable price."
#16
Kerastase
4.4
(5)
"Kerastase is my favorite, but it is pricey."
"I use Kerastase densifique (oily fine hair) and it’s incredible."
"I like kerastase densifique"
"Kerastase"
"Rotating supply of different kerastase ones lol"
#17
Vanicream
4.2
(5)
"Vanicream is a good brand. I order the medicated one from Amazon."
"You could try Vanicream shampoo!"
"It removes oil and build up well and it's formulated for sensitive skin."
"The Vanicream medicated shampoo is very hydrating."
#18
Innersense
5.0
(4)
"Innersense shampoo/conditioner."
"Innersense"
"Innersense. A little goes a long way."
"I use Innersense it was recommended by my hair stylist."
#19
Matrix
4.8
(4)
"Matrix shampoos and conditioners are great !! They’re usually under or around $20 a piece retail ! Food for Soft is a great one !"
"My personal favorite is the matrix food for soft."
"I got the Food for soft by Matrix which I highly recommend."
"Maybe the Matrix Food for Soft or Redken All Soft."
#20
IGK
4.8
(4)
"IGK’s Charcoal dry shampoo is my holy grail."
"IGKs charcoal dry shampoo is my holy grail."
"I like IGK’s First Class or Living Proof dry shampoo."
"I like the IGK First Class dry shampoo. I have dark hair and found this one was easier to blend in than others I've tried."
#21
Nioxin
4.5
(4)
"I will say my hair has stayed nice and thick."
"Nioxin. I've not found anything else that can help my horrifically flakey scalp"
"Nioxin is a great product and works."
"I used Nioxin shampoo/conditioner."
#22
L'Oreal
4.3
(4)
"I love the L'Oreal EverPure Clarifying shampoo as an affordable option!"
"I like the loreal hyaluronic shampoo and conditioner"
"Loreal Dream Length"
"Loreal dream length"
#23
Head and Shoulders
4.0
(4)
"Head and shoulders (I got the dandruff 😭)"
"Head and shoulders is underrated IMO."
"Head And Shoulders."
"I use the head and shoulders stuff."
#24
Selsun
4.0
(4)
"It is the only one that consistently improved my scalp psoriasis."
"Selsun"
"Selsun Daily (orange colour) does the job for super oily scalp!"
"Selsun not helping me; finally went to the doc."
#25
Acure
4.0
(4)
"I also use Acure."
"I like powder dry shampoo, like Acure."
"I like either the Acure or Trader Joe's dry shampoos."
"I really like the Acure dry shampoo."
#26
Iv San Bernard
5.0
(3)
"Iv San Bernard 100% if you can afford to splurge."
"Hands down, nothing is better than Iv San Bernard."
"I love Hydra and Iv San Bernard!!"
#27
Kristen Ess
5.0
(3)
"My favorite shampoo of all time is the Kristen Ess clarifying shampoo."
"Kristen ess clarifying shampoo is really good"
"Kristin Ess daily clarifying shampoo."
#28
Eva Nyc
4.7
(3)
"Eva Nyc!"
"Favorite brands for me are the Eva NYC and the Living Proof in the SILVER can."
"The Eva NYC one is awesome."
#29
Mane and Tail
4.7
(3)
"Mane and Tail."
"If your country has it, Mane and Tail is great."
"Mane n tail."
#30
V05
4.3
(3)
"V05 is my favorite."
"V05."
"V05 is cheap and gets the job done."
#31
Klorane
4.3
(3)
"Klorane is the best hands down and also won’t give you cancer!!"
"Klorane is the least powdery dry shampoo I’ve tried, followed by the Living Proof. They have a tinted version that doesn’t leave a white cast."
"I really like Klorane, but it’s pricey so I just buy Batiste."
#32
Native
4.3
(3)
"I recently bought Native and I’m super happy with it!"
"I’ve recently (a couple months now) started using Native, and I’ve noticed a huge difference in my hair."
"I prefer Native products for shampoo/conditioner."
#33
Kinky Curly
4.0
(3)
"Kinky Curly Come Clean is a good clarifier"
"I use Kinky Curly Come Clean to clarify."
"Kinky Curly Come Clean is a fantastic chelating shampoo."
#34
K18
5.0
(2)
"Loving k18 dry shampoo. It is not cheap but it’s like your hair is actually clean."
"It’s THE BEST product and I’ve used them all!! Keeps your hair looking fresh for dayssss without gross smells or buildup."
#35
Prose
5.0
(2)
"I love the one from Prose."
"Prose has been life changing."
#36
As I Am
5.0
(2)
"I love the As I Am range for flaky itchy scalps."
"Try Brands: As I Am, TGIN & Camille Rose. You can choose from one of those, they work well with 4c hair majestic lookin ahh"
#37
Paul Mitchell
5.0
(2)
"Paul Mitchell Tea Tree (dark green bottle)"
#38
Duoxo
5.0
(2)
"Duoxo shampoo is the best."
"Duoxo for sure for hot spots."
#39
Renpure
5.0
(2)
"I use “renpure” products."
"With Biotin and collagen. It's amazing!"
#40
Chris Christensen
5.0
(2)
"Chris Christensen's ice on ice range is specifically designed to prevent and help with matting."
"He uses Chris Christensen Ice on Ice detangling shampoo, conditioner and finishing spray."
#41
Neutrogena
5.0
(2)
"I have a dry flaky scalp that I itch a lot if I don't use TGel Coal Tar shampoo regularly."
"Okay I had dandruff for like two years after trying neutrogena t/gel therapeutic shampoo for two weeks it’s been all gone."
#42
Moroccan Oil
5.0
(2)
"I love Moroccan oil dry shampoo!"
"The Moroccan Oil dry shampoo is the only product that actually works on my oils, actually has a great amount of product in it, smells divine and is easy to manage in my hair."
#43
Moxie
5.0
(2)
"Try moxie"
"It cleans the hair very well and doesn’t dry out the hair."
#44
Batiste
5.0
(2)
"Batiste. It was one of the originals."
"Batiste is all I’ve used for years and I have bland hair."
#45
Trader Joe's
5.0
(2)
"I actually found a hair mask and a hair wash from Trader Joes and I really like it."
"I have actually LOVED the Trader Joe's 'Hair Wash' - it makes my hair have so much volume."
#46
Aveda
5.0
(2)
"Shampure or nutriplenish (pink bottle)"
"Aveda Shampure!"
#47
Nexxus
5.0
(2)
"Nexxus clean & pure nourishing detox shampoo for a non stripping clarifier."
"I started using Nexxus Nexxus Clean and Pure Clarifying Shampoo."
#48
Squeak
5.0
(2)
"I love squeak! smells like a bag of skittles to me."
"Squeak is amazing. Makes my hair feel really clean AND soft."
#49
Camille Rose
4.5
(2)
"Camille Rose stuff."
"Camille Rose, Aunt Jackie, TGIN, As I Am, Cream of Nature and Shea Moisture Manuka Honey."
#50
Joico
4.5
(2)
"Joico is a great and often found at TjMaxx!"
"Joico, Nexxus, & occasionally Biotin"
#51
SheaMoisture
4.5
(2)
"I’ve used Shea Moisture shampoo and conditioner and it’s great."
"I like shea moisture’s shampoo and conditioner that they sell at Costco."
#52
LUS
4.5
(2)
"Highly recommend for curly hair people!"
"LUS brand."
#53
Johnson's
4.5
(2)
"Johnsons baby shampoo is the best try it and see the difference."
"We’ve always used Johnson’s baby shampoo."
#54
Conaz
4.5
(2)
"Let me put you on the cheapest best thing you could do for your hair."
"Try Conaz shampoo, it’s a clarifying shampoo."
#55
Kirkland
4.5
(2)
"Kirkland brand."
"Costcos kirkland purple bottle"
#56
Davines
4.5
(2)
"For shampoo, I alternate between Davines energizing and Nizoral."
#57
Biolage
4.5
(2)
"Biolage hydra source! it’s hydrating but also has salicylic acid."
"Biolage ultra hydra source."
#58
Suave
4.5
(2)
"10/10 My hair struggled to maintain water and it is a complete 360."
"Suave Clarifying 💙"
#59
Alterna
4.5
(2)
"Alterna Caviar Volume Shampoo and Pureology Hydrate Sheer conditioner."
"Alterna Caviar Volume Shampoo"
#60
Not Your Mother's
4.0
(2)
"The long and strong line of theirs is great and leaves my hair feeling so nice."
"I like not your mothers! It’s supposed to be better for your hair than batiste."
#61
Aussie
4.0
(2)
"I like Aussie Volume shampoo with the Total Miracles Conditioner."
"I use Aussie but the volume version"
#62
UG
4.0
(2)
"Love the UG charcoal detox shampoo, affordable and works really well."
"I like the UG charcoal detox shampoo as a good budget option."
#63
Pura D'or
4.0
(2)
"I use pura d’or. it is supposed to help prevent hair thinning."
"I use Pura d'or, it works well."
#64
Odele
4.0
(2)
"I’ve been using Odele volumizing shampoo and so far it’s been really nice."
"I've been trying out the Odele volumizing shampoo and like it so far!"
#65
Sebamed
4.0
(2)
"Any shampoo with Piroctone Olamine will be good."
"You can see results within 2 weeks."
#66
Eva NYC
4.0
(2)
"I live by the eva nyc brand dry shampoo."
"I live by the eva nyc brand dry shampoo."
#67
Maui Moisture
3.5
(2)
"Maui moisture"
"Have you tried using a conditioner on your ends with the Maui Moisture shampoo?"
#68
Herbal Essences
5.0
(1)
"I swear by the original pink herbal essences."
#69
L'Oréal
4.0
(1)
"I really like the L'Oréal Elvive range for shampoo and conditioner."
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