Shampoos sometimes have a bad reputation in the natural hair community. When you first go natural, you might have been told to shampoo less or even co-wash instead of shampooing your hair.
Keeping your hair free from product buildup is very important to its health. When your hair is coated with tons of product, it will be hard for the product to penetrate and deposit into your hair shaft. This can prevent growth, cause dry scalp, and so much more. Shampoo your hair as it fits into your schedule and based on your regimen.
One thing we do know is that nothing is worse than dry hair and scalp. Not all shampoos are created equal, so make sure that the shampoo you use does not dry your hair. We’ve got you covered, don’t worry!
Here are 15 of the best hydrating shampoos that will help you in your quest to find the perfect moisturizing shampoo.
1. Mielle Organics Pomegranate & Honey Moisturizing and Detangling Shampoo
This shampoo was created with type 4 naturals in mind. Its moisturizing ingredients, like honey and babassu oil, help lift dirt and oil from your hair while also preserving and providing moisture. You won’t be disappointed, trust us! Your hair will thank you.
2. Design Essentials Natural Almond & Avocado Moisturizing & Detangling Sulfate Free Shampoo
The Design Essentials Almond & Avocado Moisturizing and Detangling Sulfate Free Shampoo is amazing for those who lack moisture. The combination of Avocado and Almond allows the hair to be moisturized while also cleansing and detangling your hair. We love that it’s sulfate-free as well and will not strip your hair.
3. Heavenly Halo Herbal Hair Tonic and Soy Milk Deep Hydration Shampoo
This shampoo is perfect for thirsty dry curls! If your strands need intense hydration, then this is the perfect choice for you. This shampoo is also gentle enough for daily use and potent enough to improve the condition of your strands.
4. The Doux Sucka Free Moisturizing Shampoo
The Doux Sucka Free Moisturizing Shampoo is a one-of-a-kind shampoo! It cleanses hair while also providing the ultimate hydration for your strands. This shampoo is also safe for color-treated and chemically-treated hair. It’s a great shampoo for all hair types. We also love this shampoo because it also protects against damage and it provides the perfect combination of Shea Butter, Sea Silk, and Hibiscus.
5. Creme of Nature Pure Honey Moisturizing Dry Defense Shampoo
Honey has many amazing benefits for the hair such as helping to attract and maintain moisture, and this shampoo does not disappoint.
6. Salwa Petersen Chébé Hydrating Shampoo
This hydrating shampoo works for all hair types and porosities looking to minimize frizz, dryness, and damage. It gently cleanses the hair without stripping it and contains key ingredients like argan oil, red algae, glycerin, and decyl glucoside to nourish and enhance shine.
7. TGIN Moisture Rich Sulfate Free Shampoo
Looking for a sulfate-free shampoo that is also super moisturizing? Well, look no further. The TGN moisture-rich sulfate-free shampoo does not disappoint. It is enriched with aloe vera, which helps gently cleanse your hair without stripping your curls of their natural oils. It also has Pro Vitamin B5, which helps reduce breakage and increases moisture retention.
8. Moroccanoil Hydrating Shampoo
Dry hair doesn’t stand a chance with this nourishing formula that contains ingredients like argan oil and red algae. Your curls, coils, and waves will love the moisture, smoothness, manageability, and additional shine.
9. Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair! Super Moisture Shampoo
This ultra-hydrating and foamy shampoo will bring intensive moisture to your curls while also removing dirt, oil, and buildup from the hair. It has ingredients that help to condition and repair your curls, like algae extract, panthenol, biotin, and rose oil.
10. Aveda Be Curly Shampoo
You can easily cleanse your waves and curls with this gentle shampoo that can help tame frizz and increase shine. If you love a more fragrant shampoo then you’ll love the refreshing citrus pure-fume™ aroma with certified organic lemon, bergamot, orange, and other pure plant and flower essences
11. African Pride Moisture Miracle Honey & Coconut Oil Shampoo
This hydrating shampoo is infused with honey & coconut to gently remove dirt and buildup from the hair without stripping hair of its natural oils. The blend of Honey & Coconut Oil deeply penetrates and hydrates the hair, leaving the hair soft, nourished, and with a natural shine.
12. Rizos Curls Hydrating Shampoo
The Rizos Curls Hydrating Shampoo softly cleans the hair and scalp, deeply moisturizing and strengthening the hair, while treating dry scalp.
13. groSecrets Creme Cleanser
groSecrets Crème Cleanser helps renew the hair as it removes product build-up, leaving your hair refreshed, soft, and manageable. It is infused with Shea butter, olive oil, keratin, and coconut oil combined in an extra-moisturizing formula that helps to restore and promote healthy hair growth.
14. Pattern Cleansing Shampoo
Say hello to a deep cleanser that promotes strong hair, removes build-up, and hydration that is great for low porosity hair.
15. SheaMoisture Red Palm Oil & Cocoa Butter Hi-Slip Detangling Shampoo
This shampoo is infused with coconut oil and red palm oil and is also rich in antioxidants and Vitamins. It is also blended with Flaxseed Oil to create this anti-shrinkage formula. It will leave your curls soft, shiny and tangle free.
Which shampoo is your favorite? Let us know in the comments!
