The Best Shampoos for Curly Hair
We know that finding the right shampoo for your hair can feel like a never-ending task! Testing out shampoos and constantly trying out something new isn’t great for your wallet, or the planet.
But don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you. Here are the main hair concerns and suitable shampoos you can use to nurture your curls.
Shampoos for Dry Curly Hair
- Avoid using shampoos with sulphates as they can excessively dry out your hair.
- Look for hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid and natural oils to improve moisture levels.
- Shampoos for dry hair gently cleanse without stripping away sebum that dry hair needs.
- By increasing moisture in your hair on a regular basis, you can improve your hair texture and reduce the straw-like feeling that often comes with dry hair.
Shampoos for Damaged Curly Hair
- The shampoos aim to rebuild weakened hair structure with protein complexes and amino acids.
- The main way they do this is by filling in gaps in the hair cuticle to restore smoothness and strength, helping to reduce breakage.
- They improve elasticity and resilience to over-processed hair.
- It’s important to reduce heat styling and colouring to a minimum when treating damaged hair.
Shampoos for Frizzy Curly Hair
- Anti-frizz shampoos work by adding moisture to define your curls.
- They smooth the hair cuticle to reduce frizz and flyaways.
- Follow up washing with curl defining styling ingredients and reduce friction with hats, hijabs or pillowcases to maintain frizz-free curls for days.
Shampoos for Curly Hair with Product Buildup
- Look for clarify shampoos that are specially formulated to remove buildup.
- Deep cleansing formulas are good at removing stubborn styling product residue, oils, and silicones that are difficult to remove when using gentle shampoos.
- Use a clarifying rinse in cases of heavy buildup, especially on the scalp.
- By thoroughly cleaning the strands and scalp, these shampoos can reduce the dull, weighed-down appearance of hair with too much product.
Once you've identified your main hair concern, you'll want to create a consistent haircare routine and give the products some time to show results. You can shop for your ideal shampoos below!
