The Best shampoo and conditioner for curly dry hair Curly Hair Shampoos For Every Concern The Manuka honey extract-infused staple also is perfect for defining curl types 3A to 4C. "Sulfates strip the hair of its natural and unnatural oils leaving it extremely clean," says Bataille, which is why you should consider a sulfate-free shampoo like this one. You want to get the gunk out of your hair, not leave it feeling dry and dull. Bonus points for the sea buckthorn—it's rich in the fatty acid omega-7, which helps moisturize and prevent hair breakage.

Dull or dry hair is often the result of product build-up clouding your hair's true curl type, and this shampoo for wavy hair helps to deep-clean hair, so it can truly shine. Our only frustration was that the formula didn’t lather easily, and we had to use a fair amount of product to spread it across our entire scalp. Ultimately, it was worth it, as our tester said her scalp felt more nourished after every wash and that it effectively removed dirt and product buildup.

It contains a balance of oil- and sweat-absorbing ultra-fine silky powders along with emollient ingredients like rosehip seed and mongongo oils to leave curls refreshed and conditioned.

OGX Quenching + Coconut Curls Shampoo

This bestseller—which is made in B.C.—hits the sweet spot between gentle cleansing and hydration for soft, healthy-looking and defined curls. Key ingredients include coconut oil, plant-derived peptides and an exclusive complex of rice amino acids and tomato extract.

Then, once or twice a month, suds up with a clarifying shampoo to remove buildup. If you deal with damaged and dry curls, you know how tough it is treat them, but Umberto Gianni’s Curl Repair Shampoo puts some ease into this process. Formulated with sea salt to condition the scalp, black coffee to revitalise the scalp, and wheat bran to make curly hair more resilient to damage and breakage, this shampoo does it all. Most of the options below are curly girl approved but some do have sulfates.

• While I like a thicker consistency, it did mean that the shampoo spread really easily, and I imagine on tighter, textured hair that can be an advantage.
• If you're reading this, we're guessing you are blessed with curls, coils or kinks, and are looking for the best shampoos and conditioners that enhance your natural hair pattern, not diminish it.
• Cooke recommends this one for clients with damaged hair that no longer properly forms the curl pattern.
• Founder Maya Smith has been a licensed cosmetologist since high school.
• We only wish the standard size was larger — given our impressive results, we’d rather spring for the value size.
• Plus, the 21 best formulas of 2023, with tester reviews, pros/cons, and more.

Just make sure you’re doing it properly to reap all the benefits of the shampoo you’re using.

Melanie Rud is a Chicago-based writer with 10 years of experience covering beauty. She covers all things skincare for Byrdie, from ingredients to acne advice. On the days you need to alleviate some of the product buildups on your scalp but your hair isn't ready for a deep cleansing (or curly clarifying shampoo), it's time for a co-wash.