Like finding the perfect full-coverage foundation or creamy concealer , choosing the best shampoo for your hair type can easily turn into a wild goose chase. Not to mention, the subject of in-shower hair care can be pretty divided. How often should I use shampoo each week? What’s the best shampoo for oily hair? Dandruff ? Dry scalp? Thinning hair ? Do I really have to rinse and repeat? These questions are all valid, especially if your No.
1 goal is to achieve salon-worthy hair at home (with or without the TikTok-famous Dyson Airwrap , but that’s an article for another day). RELATED : Best hair conditioners we tested The Post Wanted team (naturally) loves to shop and provide credible recommendations on what’s worth your money and what’s not. This review of the best shampoos is one of our readers’ favorites, which is why it has been a topic I’ve put to the test for four years straight.
The full testing method is highlighted below, but allow me to give you the TLDR version. I put a variety of shampoos on a strict rotation, analyzed how they lathered and rinsed each hair-wash day, and assessed the final look once styled. Because shampoo is necessary to care for and cleanse your hair and scalp, Post Wanted consulted two hairstylists who provided the 411 on all things shampoo, from ingredients to look for to how to apply it to your scalp.
“If you feel the shampoo is no longer working for your needs, it’s time for a change to address the latest concern,” Amy Abrami.