The 18 Best Shampoos for Men in 2023, Tested by Grooming Experts

This stuff contains creatine (yes, really) to strengthen weak hair, thicken thinning strands, and deliver a potent lather while cleansing. After months of testing, one editor noted that the shampoo made his hair feel stronger and thicker. No wonder it won a 2023 Men's Health Grooming Award.

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The aloe vera and citric acid in this stuff dig out dirt, oil, and product buildup. It’ll leave your hair feeling “soft, not squeaky,” according to one of our testers. We also loved that it features no silicones, parabens, or dyes, making it ideal for guys with sensitive skin. No wonder it took the top spot at our 2022 Grooming Awards.

This non-foaming, detergent free hair cleanser won’t strip your curly hair of the natural oils it needs to stay healthy. It also moisturizes while it cleanses to help protect your curls and keep them from frizzing.

You don’t have to have actual dandruff to reap the benefits of this shampoo. Salicylic acid helps to clarify the scalp and help decrease oil production, which makes it ideal if your scalp and hair tends to get oily or greasy.

Controlling dandruff when you have textured hair can be a hassle, because traditional dandruff shampoos can leave it dry and crispy. This version, however, the requisite pyrithione zinc you want to control dandruff, but is sulfate free and packed with nourishing ingredients to help keep your hair hydrated.

Coloring your hair or using hot tools like a blow dryer can damage the protein bonds in the strands of your hair, leaving is crispy and prone to breakage. Even if you don’t, but you notice your hair is dull or looking lifeless, a bond-building shampoo like this comes in handy. Two editors noted that using Olapex's maintenance shampoo for more than a month help soften and strengthen their hair.

A healthy scalp is fundamental to healthy hair that grows thick and long, and this shampoo gently cleanses and balances the scalp for all-day comfort. A nourishing blend of apple amino acids and baobab oil gently breaks down dirt and oil while cooling and soothing an irritated scalp. Some editors note that using this more than twice a week overly dried their hair.

If you want your upgrade your daily shower from mundane to sublime, we recommend this volumizing shampoo from Sisley Paris. It gives your hair an added boost of volume and body and the invigorating scent is the perfect way to kick-start your day. One tester noted that his hair felt softer and smoother after using it for more than six months. He also noted that Sisley's formula was gentle enough to use every day, without drying his scalp.

Dealing with men's hair loss? Another favorite of our editors here at Men's Health is this thickening shampoo from Old Spice, which is specifically designed to support healthy hair growth. It's great for those dealing with thinning hair. One tester found that after using Old Spice's shampoo for two months, his hair appeared thicker and fuller. We also love its large, budget-friendly size, which lasted us more than three months.

Do you have a dry or itchy scalp? Grab this soothing kit that comes highly recommended by hairstylist and scalp expert Diane Stevens. “It contains aloe vera, an anti-inflammatory ingredient to soothe the scalp, help increase softness or smoothness of hair," she said. "It also reduces tangles and hair surface roughness.” Our editors found that

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If you regularly use a lot of hair product, especially heavy waxes or pomades, you should grab a clarifying product. "I recommend using an apple cider vinegar rinse to remove build-up," celebrity hairstylist Rachel Bodt told us.

This hair rinse from dpHUE is formulated to both cleanse the hair thoroughly and add volume. Editors with colored hair found that the formula helped keep their strands look and feel healthy.

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SACHAJUAN Moisturizing Shampoo is perfect for severely dry, dehydrated hair. It rehydrates hair through a blend of Ocean Silk Technology and Argan oil; providing optimal moisture levels. A few of our editors say that after using it for two weeks, they found that it helped fix their dry hair. Testers with color-treated hair also found that Sachajuan's moisturizing formula kept their locks soft and healthy-looking.

Our editors with wavy hair found that Kiehl's Olive Fruit formula left their hair feeling extra soft and shiny. That's probably because of its smoothing and nourishing ingredients, like olive fruit oil and avocado oil, this shampoo from Kiehl's is great for those who deal with dry hair or frizz. Though testers with thinning hair found that this shampoo didn't play nice with their mane.

We get it. If you don't have serious hair concerns and just want a quick and easy way to cleanse your hair, this Dove 2-in-1 shampoo will do just the trick. Our testers loved its oversized bottle that lasted them for more than three months. One editor noted that its fresh and clean scent was much more pleasant than other drugstore soaps he's tried, though he did note that it didn't provide as deep of a clean as other shampoos on this list.

R+Co was founded by three heavy-hitting experts in the hair industry: Thom Priano, Garren, and Howard McLaren, so you know their products are quality. Dallas Biotin Thickening Shampoo is perfect for men who want to add volume and create the effect of thicker hair. It also gives that grippy texture that'll make it easier to style. A couple of our testers found that after using it for a month, they noticed their hair looked fuller.

Two of the dermatologists we consulted with say that American Crew's Daily Cleansing Shampoo is a great formula to use every day. They love its moisturizing ingredients like Vitamin B5, which helps give a healthy shine after each wash. "Men with normal hair can use gentle, all-purpose shampoos that don't contain harsh sulfates or synthetic fragrances," says Dr. Divya Shokeen, MD, FAAD.

Dr. Brendan Camp, a board certified dermatologist with MDCS Dermatology, recommends a medicated shampoo if you're experiencing pimples on your scalp. "Also referred to as folliculitis, it can be treated with this formula, which contains sodium hypochlorite, a disinfectant, and salicylic acid, which helps exfoliate skin and prevent blocked pores," he says.

The editors of Men's Health tested countless shampoos and this one grabbed the top spot in the 2021 Grooming Awards. It's a great shampoo for any hair type, but also works well for pumping up the volume if you have skinny strands that need some more oomph.

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