12 Best Shampoos for Men of 2022, According to Experts

By Emily Lemon On Jun 13, 2022

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Though you might think great hair is all about the right hair gel or style, great hair actually begins in the shower. The shampoo and conditioner you choose can make all the difference in your hair, starting right at the roots.

Certain ingredients in shampoos yield certain results, so you should pay attention to your ingredient list when shopping for the best shampoo for you. Keeping your scalp clean, nourished, and free from buildup is one of the best things you can do, especially if you deal with thinning hair. Apple cider vinegar is recommended by many experts, including celebrity colorist Rachel Bodt, who says you should use a clarifying shampoo to bust buildup.

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If you deal with a seriously itchy scalp, opt for anti-inflammatory ingredients like aloe vera, according to another expert, Diane Stevens. Want some volume? Typically, you’d want to look for shampoos that have starches or other thickening polymers in the ingredient list. It all depends on your hair type and desired outcome, so be sure to consider these factors when selecting your shampoo.

Of course, using the “wrong” shampoo won’t end in disastrous results, but it might keep you from the best hair of your life. Just as diverse as hair types can be, so are the options when it comes to shampoo. It’s recommended to pick shampoos that have been specifically formulated for your particular hair needs.

Whether your mane is thick, thinning, unruly, or gray, these are the best shampoo for men that will help you achieve your greatest hair days, according to experts and editors.

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Best Overall

Fructis Pure Clean Hair Reset Clarifying Shampoo

Great at removing dirt and oil without over-drying
Leaves hair feeling soft, but not squeaky

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. No wonder it took the top spot at our 2022 Grooming Awards.

Active ingredients: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin

Best Thickening Shampoo for Men

Old Spice Hair Thickening Shampoo for Men

Great for thinning hair
Pleasant smell

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.

Active ingredients: Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Best Shampoo for Dry Scalp

Scalp Relief Kit for Sensitive, Dry and Itchy Scalp

Increases hair softness
Reduces tangles and roughness

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.”

Active ingredients: Aloe Vera, Soothex, Glycerin

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Best Clarifying Shampoo for Men

Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

Great for guys who use tons of hair product
Deep cleans while adding volume

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.

Active ingredients: Apple Cider Vinegar, Cetrimonium Chloride, Silicone Quaternium-8

Best Moisturizing Shampoo for Men

Moisturizing Shampoo

Can fix dry hair after a few washes

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.

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Best Strengthening Shampoo

Balancing Wash Shampoo

This classic shampoo from stylist and hair expert Kevin Murphy will strengthen your strands with everyday use.

Best Shampoo for Men With Frizzy Hair

Smoothing Oil-Infused Shampoo

Infused with smoothing and nourishing ingredients, like Argan and Babassu oils, this shampoo from Kiehl’s is great for those who deal with dry hair or frizz.

Best Lightweight Shampoo

Brews Daily Shampoo For Men

Want a no-frills shampoo in a beer-shaped bottle? Look no further than this Redken Brews Daily Shampoo that will leave your hair clean and fresh.

Best 2-in-1 Shampoo

Care 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner

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.

Dallas Biotin Thickening Shampoo

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.

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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If you have gray, silver, or even blonde hair, experts agree that a bottle of purple-tinted shampoo will do the trick to keep it looking bright. This stuff will help maintain both naturally colored hair and color-treated hair. Ingredients like Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract will help keep your hair feeling soft, too.

For the past two years, we consulted with Men’s Health‘s Grooming editors and writers on the top body washes for men. Experts including Dr. Zeicher, Grooming Editor Garrett Munce and Senior Commerce Editor Christian Gollayan have tried countless shampoos and evaluated their effectiveness, scent, and value. We also considered top-reviewed body washes that have at least 100 five-star customer ratings on e-commerce websites that we trust.

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