For many people, hair is an afterthought. They spend time and money on their appearance, but don't give much thought to their hair. But for others, hair is an important part of their identity. Whether you consider your hair to be long or short, thick or thin, curly or straight, there are products that can help keep your hair looking its best. Here are some of the best shampoos for silky hair.
$52.00
I first bought this shampoo (and matching conditioner) about two years ago. ...This smells so good and leaves my hair soft and silky. One of my faves!
What it is: A phthalate-free, gentle cleansing shampoo formulated with precious Japanese-sourced argan oil and ceramides to repair and hydrate hair for a silky, smooth finish.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Straightening and Smoothing
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
Key Benefits:
- Gently cleanses while maintaining the quality of hair strands
- Nourishes to help repair and restore damaged hair
- Leaves hair looking healthy, silk, and smooth to the touch
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Japanese Argan Oil: Recognized for its restorative and regenerative properties to repair and replenish hair strands.
$16.00
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. ...Very nice product, smells amazing and makes hair silky and soft after a wash. Highly recommend
What it is: A moisturizing shampoo that transforms dry, coarse or brittle hair, leaving it soft, silky, and smoothwithout the weight.
Hair Type: Medium and Thick
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
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.
$39.00
Soft, Silky Hair!!!...Hydrated Hair is the result of using Dolce Nourishing Shampoo! Silky, strong healthy looking hair. I honestly can't recommend this shampoo enough! ...My hair feels silky, stronger, soft, and super hydrated. Complimentary from rossanoferretti
What it is: An intensely nourishing and hydrating shampoo for all dry hair types that repairs and stimulates for soft, silky, and shiny hair.
Hair Type: Fine and Medium
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Frizz
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Hydrates and Intensely Nourishes
- Stimulates Hair Repair and Resilience
- Adds Softness and Shine
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe Vera: Moisturizes, soothes, and calms the hair with anti-frizz properties.
- Ginseng: Supports weak strands and restores scalp balance.
- Guarana: Contains antioxidants that help stimulate circulation in the scalp.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, cruelty-fr
$24.00
Followed up with Color Security shampoo & conditioner, then blow dried with Dream Coat. ...I normally have to wash my hair twice with other shampoos but with Color Wow, I only had to do one washing.
What it is: A pre-shampoo spray that removes impurities, dulling minerals and pollutants in three minutes for lighter, brighter color and softer, silkier hair.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Color Safe
- Brassiness
- Color Fading
Key Benefits:
- Removes minerals and product buildup
- Revives faded, brassy hair
- No dyes or peroxides
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate: Removes metals and minerals caused by hard water, which can discolor hair.
- Sodium Phytate: Removes metals and minerals caused by hard water, which can discolor hair.
$36.00
Exceptional Shampoo...Note that a little goes a LONG way. This shampoo makes your hair silky soft and it has an incredible smell. ...Super Silky...Smells good and makes my hair super silky.
Which hair texture is it good for?
✔ Straight
✔ Wavy
✔ Curly
✔ Coiled
✔ Tightly Coiled
What it is:
A luxe shampoo infused with caviar that smooths hair and fights frizz for a youthful, silky look.
Key benefits:
- Tames frizz and protects against humidity
- Provides shine and softness
- Improves texture and manageability
If you want to know more…
CAVIAR Anti-Aging® Anti-Frizz Shampoo is formulated with a proprietary climate shield complex that controls the level of moisture in hair in the environment to keep stands smooth and softwith less frizz for up to 72 hours.
$36.00
I also love the brush, and the fact that I’m not breathing in spray dry shampoo....Best of all it makes your hair silky and clean feeling instead of cakey/powdery.
What it is: A talc-free dry shampoo powder that refreshes scalp and adds volume to strands using a kabuki brush for seamless, targeted application and even distribution of product throughout your roots.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oiliness
- Volumizing
- Color-Safe
Key Benefits:
- Absorbs oils and cleanses scalp
- Targeted brush application adds volume
- Seamlessly blends into hair
$26.00
This shampoo is a tall glass of water for thirsty, dry hair! ...My hair feels clean but not stripped of moisture. It feels silky and smooth.
What it is: A rich, gentle cleansing formula that infuses long-lasting intense moisture, leaving hair soft, detangled, and manageable.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Concerns:
- Curl-Enhancing
- Dryness
- Frizz
$97.00
Beautiful Shampoo...I was gifted by bumble and bumble in exchange for my honest review. This shampoo smells amazing; leaves my hair super soft, silky and squeaky clean. ...This shampoo has definitely helped reduce frizziness and leaves my hair feeling silky and soft.
What it is: This restorative daily shampoo that strengthens, repairs and protects hair strands powered by our Honey Bond-Building Complex.
$52.00
This product made my hair (often heavy and dry) feel light weight, silky, and baby soft....I did find that it took my hair forever to air dry, which is saying something since I have a ton of hair that already takes a long time. It left my hair silky feeling and with a satin finish, rather than your typical "shiny" finish which felt very retro to me (though I'm not sure if that's attributed to the mask or shampoo).
What it is: A rejuvenating, anti-aging, and thickening shampoo for fragile, tired, or lifeless hair, perfect for thinning concerns.
Hair Type: Fine and Medium
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Concerns:
- Anti-Aging
- Shine
- Thinning
Key Benefits:
- Repairs and restores scalp balance and hair health
- Aids hair growth and thickness
- Addresses hair fall
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe Vera: Moisturizes, soothes, and improves cell renewal for healthy scalp and hair.
- Ginseng: Rebalances the scalp and plumps up hair fibers for thicker-looking hair.
- Green Tea: Natural antioxidant adds softness and shine and protects against hair loss.
$26.00
I love how silky and shiny my hair looks after using this shampoo! ...I love how silky and shiny my hair looks after using this shampoo.
What it is: A gentle, everyday cleanser that melts dirt and buildup to return hair to its natural shine and vibrancy.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Curl Enhancing
- Dryness
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Enhances Shine
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, and sulfates SLS & SLES. It is also vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This cleanser will look and foam like a traditional shampoo, but it contains much gentler ingredients that will not dry curls out. Fragrance-free and dermatologically tested, this super gentle shampoo is suitable for everyone, even th