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10 Best Clarifying Shampoos to Get Rid of Oil and Residue for Good
Dull hair will be a thing of the past!
Good hair days can be hard to come by when you're dealing with a greasy scalp or product buildup at your roots and on the shafts of your hair. That's why clarifying shampoos are such a game changer—like the best shampoos for oily hair, the best clarifying shampoos have the ability to fight oil and get rid of residue, and they usually feature high-powered cleansing ingredients like sulfates or apple cider vinegar.
While everyone could use a little clarifying shampoo in their life, the product is especially helpful for people who shower in hard water, use dry shampoo and other styling products on a regular basis, or go long periods of time without washing their hair. Using a clarifying shampoo once a week or every other week is enough to banish the gunk that can build up over time, which weighs hair down and makes it appear dull and less healthy.
But we get it—diving into the world of clarifying shampoos might still seem daunting at first, especially if you have a dry scalp. After all, clarifying shampoos often carry the reputation of being super drying and harsh. The ones we've rounded up, however, are designed to get the job done while also preserving the health and hydration of your strands. Click through and try one out for yourself!
Our Top Picks
Paul Mitchell Shampoo Two
This clarifying shampoo is strong enough to leave you feeling squeaky clean, but it's gentle enough that it won't parch or strip the scalp. Plus, it's formulated for all hair types to reduce oil production over time!
Suave Naturals Daily Clarifying Shampoo
No need to break the bank while looking for a great clarifying shampoo! This hypoallergenic and gentle formula deep cleans hair, leaving locks clean and soft.
Neutrogena Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo
Neutrogena Exfoliating Healthy Scalp Clarify & Shine Shampoo
Infused with pink grapefruit, this clarifying shampoo is a good option for all hair types and textures, including color-treated tresses. One Amazon reviewer claimed that it also helped with her itchy scalp!
Aveda Rosemary Mint Purifying Shampoo
If you're looking for a spa-like experience, this non-stripping shampoo might be the one for you—it brings the relaxing, refreshing scents of rosemary and peppermint right to your shower.
Olaplex Nº4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
Olaplex Nº4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo
This nourishing newcomer promises to eradicate impurities while making sure the hair stays soft, shiny and voluminous. Buildup begone!
Christophe Robin Brightening Shampoo with Camomile and Cornflower
Christophe Robin Brightening Shampoo with Camomile and Cornflower
This products works double duty: it gives your mane a thorough cleanse while it brightens both natural and colored hair. What more can you ask for?
Nexxus Clean and Pure Clarifying Shampoo
This clarifying shampoo is a pro at ridding the hair of oil and product buildup and at nourishing strands thanks to elastin protein and marine minerals.
Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo
Moroccanoil is known for its ultra-nourishing haircare products, and this one is no different—the formula is chock-full of ingredients your hair will love, from keratin to jojoba plant extracts.
Kristin Ess Hair Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo
A coin-sized amount of this shampoo is all you need to get buildup-free, fuller-looking hair. It's like you're getting a clean slate!
OUAI Detox Shampoo
This top-rated shampoo's not-so-secret ingredient? Apple cider vinegar, which is famous for its mineral-dissolving and hair-strengthening abilities.
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