The 14 Best Drugstore Shampoos for All Hair Types, Tested and Reviewed

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L’Oréal’s EverPure line prides itself in being completely sulfate-free and designed for all hair types under the sun, but it’s an especially worthy drugstore shampoo for color-treated hair. This particular repairing shampoo is all about strengthening the bonds that are lost when hair is bleached, highlighted, or colored all over. Use it one to three times a week (letting it set for 5 to 10 minutes before rinsing) to maximize its effectiveness. We love the product so much that it earned a coveted spot on our roundup of the best Amazon beauty products, after receiving over 2,000 five-star ratings on the retailer’s site.

Editor testing and review notes: “Blame it on bleach or regular use of hot tools — my hair leans on the dull side, no matter how many hair masks I slather on. After two washes with the corresponding conditioner, this shampoo gave me a visible boost in shine. That, combined with a little leave-in conditioner on my ends, creates the effect of super healthy hair.” — WWD Shop Senior Beauty & Lifestyle Commerce Editor Claire Sullivan

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Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo

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This Mielle Organics shampoo is a veritable TikTok hit, with many shoppers awarding it high marks for aiding in hair growth and density. Infused with biotin, it strengthens, boosts shine, and doubles down on split ends. According to the women-owned brand itself, the shampoo is optimal for hair ranging from types 3A to 4C, though anyone will find it a net-positive addition to their hair care routine. Got curls? You’ll particularly appreciate the sheer bounce the Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo provides, not to mention an appearance of greater vibrancy and hair health.

Editor testing and review notes: “I tried this shampoo after loving the results of the brand’s rosemary oil. It provides a nice cooling sensation on my scalp when I use it and always leaves my curls looking hydrated and healthy. Note that it takes some elbow grease to lather up, given the thick texture of the shampoo. But a little goes a long way, so the value is pretty amazing.” — Sullivan

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Kristin Ess Hair the One Signature Shampoo

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It can be tough to find a sulfate-free shampoo that gives you the squeaky-clean feeling you crave after a wash, but celebrity hairstylist Kristin Ess has crafted her The One Signature Shampoo with just this balance in mind.

It’s one of the best drugstore clarifying shampoos, as it cleanses without robbing hair of its natural oils; enhances shine; lathers like a dream; and contains special technology to “zip up” split ends while helping protect your entire head of hair from environmental stressors. Though many drugstore shampoos are prone to having scents on the more synthetic side of things, this formula has sophisticated notes of sandalwood and amber.

Editor testing and review notes: “For the price, I’m always impressed by the results I get when I use this shampoo. It lathers up enough for me to easily work the product into my roots without needing a double wash, but it never leaves my hair tangly or feeling stripped. The dispenser also makes it simple (and mess free) to get just the right amount of product.” — Sullivan

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Dove Scalp + Hair Therapy Hydration Shampoo

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Your local drugstore isn’t always the ideal place for finding sulfate-free shampoos, but this standout pick from Dove is the exception. It cleanses hair without stripping it of moisture, and instead of going harsh on your scalp, this top drugstore shampoo balances it with ingredients like vitamin B3 and zinc. Dove’s formula also seals in hydration and strengthens hair fibers — granting resilient hair for days. Though any hair type will surely benefit from this selection, it’s particularly recommended for those with dry, coarse hair or a sensitive scalp.

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Garnier Fructis Hair Filler + Vitamin Cg Strength Repair Shampoo

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Those with fine, damaged hair will appreciate the thickening results of Garnier’s Hair Filler Shampoo. Peptides and citric acid work to patch up weak spots in individual strands of hair, resulting in fuller-looking, healthier hair with consistent use. For best results, use it with the rest of Garnier’s Hair Filler System (which includes a repair treatment, conditioner, and hair serum). Then watch as your hair experiences the revival of a lifetime.

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Pura D’Or Anti Hair-Thinning Biotin Shampoo

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Equipped with a targeted blend of plant-based ingredients like nettle leaf extract and seaweed, this top drugstore shampoo helps strengthen follicles for fuller-looking hair over time. Those with sensitive scalps or damaged, color-treated hair — as well as fine and thin hair types — will be impressed by results they’ll see after just a few uses of this shampoo. But don’t take our word for it: Over 17,000 five-star reviews on Amazon send a loud-and-clear message.

Editor testing and review notes: “This shampoo is a regular player in my hair care routine. I have a lot of hair, but recently noticed thinning around my temples and have incorporated a few different serums and supplements to counteract that. Few are as enjoyable to use as this shampoo — it has a subtle scent, lathers up very easily, and leaves my feeling clean but not stripped.”

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Ogx Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo

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After its relaunch last year, the Ogx Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo now boasts LipiPro Shield technology — which infuses strands with proteins and lipids for maximum strength, while protecting them from breakage and frizz. The star ingredient in this drugstore shampoo is argan oil, though, which imparts shine and hydration visible after a single wash. For added impact, consider pairing with the Ogx Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Conditioner: another drugstore favorite that doesn’t miss.

Editor testing and review notes: “Some hydrating shampoos can weigh down my hair, resulting in lackluster volume and causing me to pencil in my next wash day sooner than I’d like. This one strikes a great balance of moisturizing my hair without leaving it greasy or flat — a rare feat.” — Sullivan

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Monday Moisture Shampoo

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The first thing you might notice about the Monday Moisture Shampoo is its sleek-and-chic packaging. Look beyond that, though, and you will realize it’s a salon-quality provider of moisture for dry and damaged hair (and is, as a matter of fact, a leading drugstore shampoo for curly and coily hair types). Packed with coconut oil, rice protein, shea butter, and Vitamin E, it works to seal the cuticle, help hair not only achieve but also retain moisture, and create a shinier overall appearance. As for the shampoo’s scent? Peak-of-spring gardenia that will send you running to the shower on every wash day.

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Neutrogena T/Sal Therapeutic Scalp Build-Up Control

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Though an under-$8 shampoo might raise some eyebrows — even when shopping at a local CVS — we guarantee you there’s nothing suspicious about this bestseller from Neutrogena. The T/Sal Therapeutic Scalp Build-Up Control Shampoo is a powerful dandruff-buster that runs on salicylic acid; apart from clearing scalp buildup and reducing inflammation, this active ingredient also eliminates the itching and dryness associated with these pesky problems.

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Head & Shoulders Bare Soothing Hydration Shampoo

$12.19

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Formulated with just nine ingredients and free of silicones and sulfates, Head & Shoulders’ Bare Soothing Hydration Shampoo acts as a dandruff-eliminating wizard by way of zinc pyrithione. Consistent use will put a definitive end to your scalp’s flakiness, and notes of orchid and aloe will entice you to lather it up.

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Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo

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Between its Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo and Conditioner, Pantene sells one product every second, which should be proof positive of the line’s staying power and results. If we had to guess, this might have been the very shampoo Alix Earle was hyping up in her aforementioned ode to drugstore hair care, and it lives up to this hype by providing 72-hour, nutrient-rich hydration and bond strengthening. The shampoo is gentle enough to use on a daily basis — granting roots-to-ends softness that will have you hooked.

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Viviscal Thickening Shampoo

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Viviscal is primarily known for its famed hair growth supplements, but the brand’s Thickening Shampoo is a gem in its own right. It helps reverse hair loss caused by factors like stress, overstyling, aging, nutrient deficiencies, and beyond — leading to the thicker and fuller hair you’ve been manifesting. This is achieved courtesy of the shampoo’s proprietary complex of seaweed, marine collagen, biotin, and keratin: all A-list ingredients in the world of hair.

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L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Purple Shampoo

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Featuring purple pigmentation that neutralizes brassiness and yellow undertones, L’Oréal’s Sulfate-Free Purple Shampoo from the beloved EverPure line is perfect for keeping blonde, color-treated locks vibrant for as long as possible after leaving the salon. Because moisture is of prime importance for colored hair, this product also works to hydrate it deeply and not just superficially.

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Vichy Dercos Selenium Sulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo

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