The best shampoo for dry hair that needs rejuvenating

An autumn/winter haircare essential.

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by Emma Richardson |
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Now that summer is over and the winter months are in full swing you, you might be on the hunt for the best shampoo for dry hair. Cold and crisp weather might be nice for fashion (hello leather coats), but the downside is that your hair suffers and stars to appear dry and dull. Therefore, choosing the best shampoo and conditioner for dry hair is essential.

Luckily for us haircare lovers, finding a shampoo for dry hair in need of rejuvenation is fairly straightforward. With a range of retailers from Boots to Cult Beauty, there are plenty of shampoos for dry hair that will help inject hydration and revive your dull hair.

heat's best shampoo for dry hair at a glance:

Editor's choice: Body Shop Shea Intense Repair Shampoo, £10 on The Body Shop

Best shampoo and conditoner bundle for dry hair: Redken All Soft Duo, £39.50 on LookFantastic

Best smelling shampoo for dry hair: Gisou Honey Infused Hair Wash, £29 on LookFantastic

Using products such as dry shampoo and hairspray can affect the overall health of your hair, and if you have a sensitive scalp you may end up drying your skin out and in turn, your hair.

So, if you'd like to up your haircare game and turn those dry locks into sleek, smooth strands of hair, look no further. We found the best on the market right now that would give Molly Mae's hair a run for its money. And you don't have to spend a fortune, either. Shop the best shampoos for dry hair below.

SHOP: The best shampoo for dry hair

Editor's choice

The Body Shop is known for being eco-friendly and making body and hair products that will moisture and nourish. Containing Shea butter for a lustrous and silky finish to your locks, you can say goodbye to dry hair for good with the Shea Intense Repair Shampoo.

Review: "OH MY GOD! I am in love with this product, my hair has not felt and looked so healthy in so long. I suffer with dry scalp and this conditioner along with the shampoo is incredible!"

Pros

  • Vegan-friendly
  • Comes in three different sizes

Cons

  • Does not lather easily

Best shampoo and conditioner bundle for dry hair

Having shampoo for dry hair is one thing, but having a conditioner that hits the spot is even better. This duo is perfect for dry hair girlies that are looking to help their hair out with PH balance. If you have brittle hair, this one is for you.

Review: "I have long, very bleached hair and this is the best shampoo and conditioner ever - lasts ages as a little bit goes a long way and leaves my hair soft but not weighed down."

Pros

  • Shampoo and conditioner set
  • PH balanced formula

Cons

  • Made specifically for brittle hair

Best scented shampoo for dry hair

Gisou Honey infused hair wash is perfect or dry hair when you're looking for a shampoo that will also make your hair smell gorg. Not only does it make hair softer, but it also removes dry skin from the root so you can tackle the problem head on.

Review: "Gisou is my favourite hair brand! I love everything in it: Honey fragrance, how it works on my hair and also pink packaging."

Pros

  • Honey infused for sleek locks
  • Removes dry skin from the root

Cons

  • If you are sensitive to smell this might not be the right shampoo for you

Best shampoo for short dry hair

A cult classic brand, it's no surprise that the Sol De Janeiro Joia shampoo is one of the best out there. Though the bottle is small, it packs a glorious punch when it comes to scent, and smells like pistachio and caramel which will leave your hair feeling soft and smooth.

Review: "Love this shampoo and conditioner can see improvement in my hair and also love the smell ordered full size products after receiving the mini versions in a free beauty box."

Pros

  • Gorgeous scent enriched with pistachio and caramel
  • Removes unwanted and excess oil

Cons

  • Bottle is small so may need to keep buying if you have long hair

Best high-end shampoo for dry hair

Drunk Elephant makes some of the best products out there, and the moisturising shampoo containing marula oil is no exception. It contains amino acids too which helps rejuvenate hair with no questions asked. We're all getting a bit tipsy with this star product!

Review: "On my third bottle of this Shampoo! So hydrating definitely recommend this product from Drunk elephant!"

Pros

  • Contains marula oil and silk amino acids
  • Super hydrating

Cons

  • Harder to lather

Best environmentally-friendly shampoo for dry hair

If you're looking for a shampoo that will fix your hair without damaging the environment, then you're in luck with Herbal Essences Bio shampoo. Complete with aloe and hemp, this shampoo has one aim, and that is to repair and smooth your dry, unmanageable hair.

Review: "I recently bought this product, and it honestly saved my hair. I have thick, fine, wavy hair with dry ends and an oily scalp. My hair was soft, still a little frizzy recovering from damage, but way better than it had done just after the first wash. It contains no sulphates or any other hair harming ingredients. It lathers well, smells amazing, i have no complaints. Although I now need to wash more often, my hair is less dry and oily."

Pros

  • Environmentally-friendly
  • Great value

Cons

  • Hair may get oilier faster after using

Best celeb-approved shampoo for dry hair

OUAI Fine Hair Shampoo
Price: £28
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If you haven't heard of OUAI, all we can say is listen up. The celeb-loved brand created by Jen Atkin (celeb hair stylist for the likes of Kim Kardashian) has some of the best high end hair products on the market right now. Your hair will feel weightless and smooth after treating it to a dose of this stuff.

Review: "I've tried so many brands and never considered my hair to be fine but this works so well and smells delicious. It's lightweight and but strong enough even when products are in the hair."

Pros

  • Celebrity approved
  • Adds weightless body to hair

Cons

  • More suited for fine and thinner hair

How else can I repair dry hair?

Using shampoo specifically formulated for dry hair is a good start, but there are other products you may want to use alongside it to really get the most out of your hair wash products. This is especially important if you have dry hair and you're using shampoo for coloured hair.

To help you in your quest for luscious, silky locks, you should cut back on the use of heated hair tools such as straighteners and hair dryers, use oils that specifically lock moisture and use a hair mask once or twice a week.

How often should I wash my hair?

You should wash your hair once or twice a week, as washing too often can contribute to drying out your hair - no matter what form of repair shampoo you use.

It make take a while for your hair to get used to being washed once or twice a week, especially if you wash it every other day, but it's worth it in the long run.

Emma Richardsonis a Beauty & Fashion Product Writer for heat. She covers shopping, lifestyle, celebs and anything trending.

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