How to choose the right shampoo for your hair

Dry, oily, normal or coloured, each type of hair needs a different shampoo. How to tell which one you have and what to look for on the label.

The right shampoo is one of the most important parts of looking after your hair. The wrong one can leave your hair dry, your roots greasy or your scalp irritated. Here's how to find the right match for your hair type.

Dry hair

If your hair feels rough, looks dull or breaks easily, it's probably dry. Shampoos for dry hair usually contain natural oils and moisturizing ingredients like argan oil, shea butter or aloe vera. They add moisture and keep your hair soft.

Oily hair

If your roots look greasy a day after washing, go for a shampoo made for oily hair. It clears the extra oil from your scalp without drying it out. Stay away from shampoos with a lot of silicone or oil in them.

Normal hair

If your hair is neither very oily nor very dry, use a balancing shampoo. It keeps your hair's natural oils in balance and works well for regular use.

Coloured or bleached hair

Coloured or bleached hair needs a sulfate-free shampoo. It helps your colour last longer and keeps your hair from drying out and getting damaged.

Check the ingredients

Always read the label. Harsh sulfates and a lot of synthetic fragrance can irritate your scalp or dry out your hair.

If you're not sure which type your hair is, ask us next time you're in.