Wavy hair is fun and easy to manage, but it does have its challenges. Fortunately, there are plenty of shampoos that will help you get the most out of your hair. Sulfate-free shampoos are a great option because they help retain the natural moisture of your hair.
$14.00
I received a sample of this but wanted to try it out a few more times before committing to a larger bottle of it so I bought the mini. It leaves my hair super soft and smells amazing. My new favorite sulfate free shampoo!...I like to stick with sulphate free shampoos because my hair is at its best when I don't use shampoo with this surfactant in it.
What it is: A moisturizing shampoo that transforms dry, coarse or brittle hair, leaving it soft, silky, and smooth—without the weight.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Texture: Medium and Thick
Hair Concerns: Dryness, Damage, Split Ends and Breakage, and Shine
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, and Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil: Condition, soften, and add shine.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, and mineral oil. This product is also cruelty-free.
$36.00
not sulfate free....this is not sulfate free! read the ingredients its in the first 3 ingredients, there are several scientific names/versions of sulfates and almost all of them are listed :( if you are okay with sulfates though, its a great shampoo, just dont be fooled by anything thats says "sulfate free" before checking the ingredients, ESPECIALLY the first few since those are the ingredients with the highest amount in the product...Holy grail shampoo!...It's also sulfate free!
What it is: A gently cleansing, sulfate-free, keratin-safe, hair-smoothing shampoo that delivers optimal nourishment, manageability, and anti-frizz benefits.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Straightening and Smoothing
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
Key Benefits:
- Adds Softness and Radiance
- Smooths Hair
- Makes Hair Easier to Manage
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Surface Protector: Smooths, softens, and detangles hair.
$12.00
I used this shampoo a couple times and I like it. I don’t see a significant difference in my hair, especially the oiliness has remained the same. ...Please improve the formula but keep the concept (a sulfate-free shampoo at this price point) and the awesome packaging, Sephora, this is a gap in the market that needs to be filled!
What it is: A gentle, cleansing shampoo that is enriched with mushroom extracts.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Key Benefits: Hydrates, Reduces Oiliness, and Color Safe
Formulation: Lightweight Cream
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates. This product is also vegan and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This lightweight shampoo works to remove impurities and fortify hair. It is gentle on the scalp and strands and nurtures hair, leaving it feeling clean and soft.
$19.00
This is the absolute best shampoo I have ever used. It’s very pricey but it’s the only shampoo I use now besides clarifying shampoo once a month or so. ...Great shampoo!...Love this shampoo! I’m pretty picky, but this is a definite go to shampoo.
What it is: An innovative shampoo specially formulated with ground-breaking antioxidants for rich nutrition.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Concerns: Dryness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Rhizome Extract
- Gluco-Active 1 Formula (Glucose, Protein, and Lipid Blend): Replenishes dry hair.
- Conditioning Polymer: Enhances nutrition to fragile areas.
- Lipid Agent: Evens out the surface for optimized shine.
What Else You Need to Know: This shampoo replenishes fibers from root to end by infusing glucose proteins and an irisome complex, while it gently cleanses hair. After using it, hair feels soft and supple with enhanced shine.
$19.00
Great shampoo...A little goes a long way with this shampoo. I am able to get a good, clean scalp without the dry feeling and it smells amazing....Fabulous for Blonde, Fine Hair Too...This shampoo makes my hair super soft with tons of body.
What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo rich in antioxidants that removes residue while delivering maximum moisture to dry hair.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Key Benefits:
- Maintains Curl Pattern, Maintains Moisture, Removes Residue
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Oil: Enhances moisture and offers frizz control.
- Marula Oil: Provides frizz control.
- Olive Oil: Moisturizes and adds shine and softness.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens.
What Else You Need to Know: Clear your mind—and your hair—with this gentle shampoo.
$46.00
the best shampoo ever! my hair is naturally wavy, frizzy and puffy. this controls the frizz and leaves it really shiny. ...I also use the ORIBE Serene Scalp Conditioner. This combo is amazing for wavy, normal hair that is prone to getting dry and coarse!
What it is: A sulfate- and paraben-free shampoo designed to moisturize and tame wavy, curly, and coily hair, leaving it smooth, sleek, and polished.
Hair Type: Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Medium and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl Enhancing
- Dryness
- Frizz
Key Benefits:
- Intensely hydrates and moisturizes
- Leaves hair smooth and sleek
- Tames curly, coarse, thick hair
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Amino Acid Complex: Developed to closely resemble proteins in the hair cortex, it moisturizes the hair and scalp while strengthening and repairing damaged cuticles.
- Microemulsion Smoothing System: Bonds with the cuticle to deliver deep conditioning, softness, and control.
$36.00
This could probably work for someone with curly hair, but didn't hold well for fine, wavy hair....This is a great shampoo. It works well with my hair which is wavy and that accentuates the wave which I love.
What it is: A sulfate-free shampoo for all curls and coils. Gently cleanses to remove all residue and buildup.
Hair Type: Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Frizz
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Cleanses scalp & hair to remove all residue & buildup
- Creamy formula gently cleanses without stripping hair of natural oils
- Free of Sulfates, Parabens, and Minerals
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Manuka Honey: Intensely hydrates for smooth, manageable curls.
- Ceramides: Lock in moisture to restore natural body and protect against breakage.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES.
$20.00
lightweight, sulfate-free shampoo that cleanses, detangles, smells good, for all hair types, works well with the rest of the Press Agent system (I received this product free for reviewing purposes)...I love a good shampoo that’s sulfate free. I like the easy it smell and how it doesn’t make my hair feel dry after shampooing it
What it is: A lightweight, sulfate-free shampoo that cleanses, detangles, and helps prep and protect hair for thermal smoothing to achieve the ultimate blowout.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Frizz
- Heat Protection
- Straightening/Smoothing
Key Benefits:
- Lightweight sulfate-free formula detangles hair
- Moisturizes dry, frizzy hair
- Preps hair for thermal styling
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Agave Extract: Restores dry, frizzy, unmanageable hair.
- Argan Oil: Protects from damage and split ends.
- UV Filter: Protects from UV rays and damage.
$34.00
Love this shampoo. I have normal, wavy hair. It leaves my hair feeling clean and soft. ...Best Sulfate free Shampoo...By far my favorite shampoo! I love how it doesn’t leave my hair thick and oily like most Sulfate free shampoos.
What it is: A sulfate-free hydrating shampoo that gently removes buildup and infuses hair and scalp with omega-7-rich sea buckthorn for soft, silky, bouncy hair.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Frizz
- Color Safe
Key Benefits:
- Visibly improves scalp condition
- Gently cleanses scalp and hair
- Fatty acids weightlessly hydrate and revive dullness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Coconut Acid: Removes extra sebum and product buildup from scalp and hair; is also full of fatty acids to give hair a healthier, shiny appearance.
$15.00
One of the best...LOVE LOVE LOVE! I have super fine/thin hair with a dry scalp, which gets irritated and flaky with some other brands.
What it is: A hydrating shampoo that gently cleanses while enhancing shine for silkier, stronger, and healthier-looking hair with every wash.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Shine
- Color Fading
Key Benefits:
- Shinier and stronger hair after one wash
- Leaves hair silkier, shinier, and healthier-looking after each wash
- Luxe lather gently yet effectively cleanses without stripping or over-drying
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Proprietary Amino Cleansing Complex: A sulfate-free surfactant blend that cleanses hair without stripping.
