The 7 Best Shampoos For Healthy Hair

• Also available on Sephora, $30

While this best-selling shampoo is packed with moisturizing ingredients like camellia seed oil, what really sets this formula apart is that it's able to repair and maintain bonds in the hair and decrease the chances of breakage. It also helps with split ends. Free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates, it's also unlikely to irritate delicate scalps and is suitable for most kinds of hair, including color-treated hair. No wonder it has a 4.7-star rating after more than 50,000 reviews.

According to fans: “I was first introduced to this shampoo by my hairdresser. She’s always trying new products and has settled on this shampoo and the other products in this line. I can’t describe how much stronger this shampoo makes my hair feel. It really lays down the cuticle, making my fine, dry, highlighted hair look smooth and healthy. [...] it’s by far the best shampoo I’ve ever used.”

• Also available on Ulta, $9

For less than $10, this sulfate- and paraben-free shampoo still offers plenty of moisturizing benefits. So many, in fact, some customers say it's even better than some salon brands. With botanical nourishers like lotus flower, it's a great choice for color-treated and damaged hair.

According to fans: “This shampoo is delightful. It leaves my hair soft, shiny, and looking full and healthy. It is completely moisturized, but not heavy or greasy at all. It is the best shampoo I’ve ever used at any price.”

• Also available on Walmart, $11 and Ulta, $11

To give curls and waves some extra love, this sulfate-free and color-safe shampoo is packed with moisturizers like silk proteins and certified-organic shea butter. Neem oil gently cleanses while adding shine and managing frizz. The more than 200 customers have given this formula a 4.4 rating.

According to fans: “I love this shampoo! It works great with my long curly hair. My hair finally feels clean and healthy again after always using damaging and drying shampoos in the past.”

• Also available on Dermstore, $32

For a deep clean without stripping hair, this clarifying wash with apple cider vinegar is a great choice. The sulfate- and paraben-free formula is safe for color and gentle on scalps. Just squirt directly to the roots and let it sit for up to 3 minutes. While some used it as a pretreatment step, some skipped the normal shampoo altogether. Customers have been particularly thrilled with how much shine this gave while removing days of dry shampoo and other buildup. The brand is also Leaping Bunny-approved for being cruelty-free and this bottle is vegan-friendly.

According to fans: “Wow! After one wash my hair looks and feels like it use to when I was a kid! I can actually feel the difference in my roots to my ends. I didn’t even need conditioner after washing, which is rare because my hair is always a tacky mess. I’ve been using very good shampoo from Japan and I still love it but I will be using this at least once a week to get it super clean! I am a fan!”

• Also available on Sephora, $42

In a clinical study, 100 percent of participants said this exfoliating shampoo with charcoal helped reduce scalp flakiness and irritation, according to Briogeo. So whether you're dealing with dandruff or just occasional itchiness, scalps can appreciate this formula that helps maintain a healthy pH. Free of sulfates, silicones, parabens, and phthalates, it's safe for color-treated hair and Leaping Bunny-approved cruelty-free.

According to fans: “Totally amazing and beyond expectations. Chronic dry scalp for over a year, and with **one use** [... my] head feels fantastic and no more flaking. I'm going to buy a vat of this stuff and swim around in it! Really worth it.”

• Also available on Walmart, $29

Whether you’re opting for a bar shampoo because of the convenience or the eco factor, Peach Not Plastic’s shampoo bars offer plenty of moisture without sulfates, a nice lather, and a great scent. Since each bar will last as long as two 8.5-ounce bottles, it’s also a great value. Choose from strengthening, volumizing, and moisturizing options.

According to fans: “I have to be honest and tell you that mentally it was hard for me to use the first time. It is so much like a bar of soap that I had to get over that. It actually works fantastic! My hair is very soft and no frizzing! Now that I tried this first one, I am definitely going to get more. It's great to not waste the plastic from a bottle!”

When it comes to a two-for-one set, Amazon shoppers rave about the Hask shampoo and conditioner line. This best-seller is sulfate-free and also skips the parabens and phthalates. The biotin formula is designed to thicken hair, but there are other formulas designed to repair (argan oil), smooth (keratin), soothe the scalp (tea tree and rosemary), and more.

According to fans: “Love this shampoo and conditioner! I have straight flat hair that gets greasy looking quickly, but this shampoo makes my hair look healthy, voluminous and clean. I used it for a while and switched to another volumizing shampoo/conditioner and regretted it. I switched back to this set and remembered why I liked it so much to begin with.”

• Also available on Walmart, $15

If your hair and scalp are dry, or you're just looking to change up your routine, consider switching to a cleansing conditioner, sometimes called cowash. While some use it with a traditional shampoo at least part of the time, others have cut out the shampoo altogether. This won't lather up, but with nourishing ingredients like coconut and argan oils, it'll leave strands shiny and healthy. With 4.5 stars after more than 300 reviews, it's an Amazon fan favorite.

According to fans: “When washing every other day. PURA D’OR leaves my very dry hair soft and shiny, and my scalp feeling moisturized but never greasy. It lasts me at least 4 weeks for half the price of WEN 319. I’m very sensitive to smell, and the fragrance here is barely detectable, which is another plus. I hope they keep making this indefinitely.”