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The Best Shampoos for Dry Hair

Give new life to dry, straw-like strands.

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Stock up on these products for hair that looks less rat's nest, more shampoo commercial.

1

Alterna Haircare Caviar Moisture Intense Oil Crème Shampoo

<p>This oil-based cleanser is made for people with&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">super&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">dry hair — it's active ingredient, Abyssian oil, binds to dirt and impurities but doesn't sap moisture.</span>&nbsp;<span>($32; </span><a href="http://www.sephora.com/moisture-intense-oil-creme-shampoo-P401401" target="_blank">sephora.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="strong">RELATED:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/hair/g3664/vitamins-for-hair-growth-new/" target="_blank">The Best Nutrients, Vitamins, and Supplements to Make Your Hair Grow Longer</a><span class="redactor-invisible-space" data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="span" data-redactor-class="redactor-invisible-space"><a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/hair/g3664/vitamins-for-hair-growth-new/"></a></span></strong><br>
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This oil-based cleanser is made for people with super dry hair — it's active ingredient, Abyssian oil, binds to dirt and impurities but doesn't sap moisture. ($32; sephora.com)

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2

Kiehl's Amino Acid Shampoo

<p>Made with natural ingredients like coconut oil, wheat proteins, and wheat starch, this shampoo adds moisture&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">and&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">major body.&nbsp;</span>($19; <a href="http://www.kiehls.com/amino-acid-shampoo/247.html?dwvar_247_size=8.4%20fl.%20oz.%20Bottle" target="_blank">kiehls.com</a>)</p>

Made with natural ingredients like coconut oil, wheat proteins, and wheat starch, this shampoo adds moisture and major body. ($19; kiehls.com)

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3

Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Shampoo

<p>Argan oil is great for restoring shine and softness, and this shampoo is chock-full of vitamin E and antioxidants that help rebuild your hair's cellular structure.&nbsp;<span>($12.99; </span><a href="http://www.drugstore.com/ogx-renewing-argan-oil-of-morocco-shampoo/qxp522199?catid=183498" target="_blank">drugstore.com</a><span>)</span></p>

Argan oil is great for restoring shine and softness, and this shampoo is chock-full of vitamin E and antioxidants that help rebuild your hair's cellular structure. ($12.99; drugstore.com)

4

DESSANGE Professional Hair Luxury Oleo Miracle Replenishing Shampoo

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Packed with argan oil, camelia oil, and pracaxi oil, this hair cleanser fights all kinds of damage without weighing your hair down. ($9.99; target.com)

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5

Garnier Whole Blends Hydrating Shampoo With Coconut Water and Vanilla Milk Extracts

<p>Coconut — oil&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">or&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">water</span>&nbsp;— is a boon for parched strands. In this product, vanilla milk helps soften hair for a healthier look overall.&nbsp;<span>($4.49; </span><a href="http://www.garnierusa.com/products/haircare-whole-blends/coconut-vanilla-hydrating/products/coconut-water-vanilla-milk-hydrating-shampoo-12-5-oz.aspx" target="_blank">garnierusa.com</a><span>)</span></p>

Coconut — oil or water — is a boon for parched strands. In this product, vanilla milk helps soften hair for a healthier look overall. ($4.49; garnierusa.com)

6

L'Oréal Paris OleoTherapy Sulfate-Free Oil Infused Shampoo

<p>This shampoo has&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">25 times&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">more natural oil than traditional shampoos. And yet, somehow, it doesn't leave hair feeling greasy. It's a miracle!&nbsp;</span><span>($6.99; </span><a href="http://www.lorealparisusa.com/en/products/hair-care/products/shampoo/hair-expertise-oleo-therapy-oil-infused-shampoo.aspx" target="_blank">lorealparisusa.com</a><span>)</span><span></span></p>

This shampoo has 25 times more natural oil than traditional shampoos. And yet, somehow, it doesn't leave hair feeling greasy. It's a miracle! ($6.99; lorealparisusa.com)

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7

Philip Kingsley Moisture Extreme Shampoo

<p>Meant for tight curls and African-Caribbean hair, this shampoo binds moisture to the hair and repairs damaged hair cuticles for a healthier shine.&nbsp;<span>($3</span><span>2; </span><a href="http://www.philipkingsley.com/philip-kingsley-moisture-extreme-shampoo.html" target="_blank">philipkingsley.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="strong">RELATED:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/g503/damaged-hair-mistakes/" target="_blank">14 Things That Are Seriously Damaging Your Hair</a><span class="redactor-invisible-space"><a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/g503/damaged-hair-mistakes/"></a></span></strong><br></p>

Meant for tight curls and African-Caribbean hair, this shampoo binds moisture to the hair and repairs damaged hair cuticles for a healthier shine. ($32; philipkingsley.com)

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8

StriVectin HAIR Ultimate Restore Shampoo

<p>If your hair is dry&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">and&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">thin, this shampoo works on the surface of the hair&nbsp;by coating it with keratin to prevent&nbsp;more damage,&nbsp;and below the surface, by delivering nutrients directly to the cortex of the hair fiber.&nbsp;</span><span>($25; </span><a href="http://www.sephora.com/ultimate-restore-shampoo-P405179" target="_blank">sephora.com</a><span>)</span></p>

If your hair is dry and thin, this shampoo works on the surface of the hair by coating it with keratin to prevent more damage, and below the surface, by delivering nutrients directly to the cortex of the hair fiber. ($25; sephora.com)

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9

L'Oréal Paris EverPure Damage Protect Shampoo

<p>If you color your hair&nbsp;<em data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="em">and&nbsp;</em><span class="redactor-invisible-space">it's dry, you need to tackle both issues at once with a shampoo that's full of damage-preventing and repair-boosting antioxidants.&nbsp;</span><span>($6.99; </span><a href="http://www.lorealparisusa.com/en/products/hair-care/products/conditioner/hair-expertise-everpure-repair-and-defend-conditioner.aspx?shade=Repair-and-Defend-Conditioner" target="_blank">lorealparisusa.com</a><span>)</span><span></span></p>

If you color your hair and it's dry, you need to tackle both issues at once with a shampoo that's full of damage-preventing and repair-boosting antioxidants. ($6.99; lorealparisusa.com)

10

Pantene Pro-V Nature Fusion With Avocado Oil Smoothing Shampoo

<p>Made from 100 cassia seeds, this shampoo strengthens hair against damage and&nbsp;cuts down on frizz for a smoother finish.&nbsp;<span>($4.99; </span><a href="http://www.drugstore.com/pantene-pro-v-nature-fusion-smoothing-shampoo-with-avocado-oil/qxp218583?catid=357128" target="_blank">drugstore.com</a><span>)</span></p><p><strong data-verified="redactor" data-redactor-tag="strong">RELATED:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/hair/features/g3255/how-to-blow-dry-hair/" target="_blank">11 Blow-Dry Mistakes Your Hairstylist Really Wishes You'd Stop Making</a><span class="redactor-invisible-space"><a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty/hair/features/g3255/how-to-blow-dry-hair/"></a></span></strong><br></p>

Made from 100 cassia seeds, this shampoo strengthens hair against damage and cuts down on frizz for a smoother finish. ($4.99; drugstore.com)

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