Most of us have asked, “How do I stop my hair from being frizzy?” at least once. It’s a common concern that can get pretty frustrating. But thankfully, there’s an easy answer: building a smoothing haircare routine to help tame puffy, unruly strands. Like any effective regimen, a dedicated shampoo should be at the heart of it. But that leads to another question: What exactly is the best shampoo for frizzy hair? Ahead, we’re breaking down what causes frizz and revealing 18 salon-quality formulas that can help control your lion’s mane. Keep scrolling for the strand-smoothing scoop.
What Causes Frizz?
Before shopping for the best shampoos for frizzy hair, it’s important to know what causes frizz in the first place. Typically, frizz is the result of dry, dehydrated hair seeking moisture from its environment. When this moisture enters the hair shaft, it can cause your strands to swell up and take on a poofy look.
It’s worth mentioning that not all hair types are equally susceptible to frizz. Those with naturally drier hair types, like curls and coils, tend to deal with it more often than others. Anyone with wavy hair may also be prone to frazzled-looking locks, while those with straight hair are generally less vulnerable to it.
What Is the Best Shampoo for Frizzy Hair?
The best shampoo for frizzy hair ultimately depends on your hair type and concerns. Choosing the right ingredients based on your needs (like whether your hair is textured, damaged, or color-treated) can help lay the foundation for how sleek and smooth your strands appear post-shampoo. Broadly speaking, some beneficial ingredients to look for include hydrating hyaluronic acid or aloe, nourishing shea or cupuaçu butter, and smoothing oils like avocado, argan, or camellia.
To help narrow your search, we’ve compiled 18 of our best frizzy hair shampoos from the L’Oréal portfolio of professional brands.
Our Best Shampoos for Dry, Frizzy Hair
Biolage Professional Hydra Source Shampoo
First up in our best shampoos for dry and frizzy hair is the Biolage Professional Hydra Source Shampoo. It’s inspired by the hydrating aloe plant and is made to optimize hair’s moisture balance and protect your strands against future damage. This pick can also help increase softness and manageability and boost shine.
Matrix Food For Soft Hydrating Shampoo
Hydrating shampoos tend to be among the best formulas for frizzy hair, and Matrix Food For Soft Hydrating Shampoo is no exception. The hyaluronic acid and avocado oil-infused formula instantly transforms dry hair for touchably soft, frizz-free results. Not to mention, the fruity, tropical scent will whisk you right back to your last beach vacation.
Mizani Moisture Fusion Moisture Rich Shampoo
A telltale sign of dryness in textured hair is when waves, curls, or coils lack their usual smooth definition. Mizani’s Moisture Fusion Moisture Rich Shampoo is a moisturizing shampoo for natural hair that quenches thirsty strands for soft, bouncy curls. Your ringlets will also be easier to detangle post-wash, so you can say goodbye to unnecessary tugging and breakage.
Our Best Shampoos for Curly, Frizzy Hair
Redken Acidic Bonding Curls Silicone-Free Shampoo
Overprocessing your curls (like with hot tools, bleach, or permanent dye) can make them dry, damaged, and frizzy. The Acidic Bonding Curls Shampoo from Redken rebuilds broken hair bonds and repairs curl strength from the inside out for improved elasticity. Pair the shampoo with the corresponding conditioner and leave-in to reduce frizz by 85% for up to 96 hours.* Learn more about the range in our Redken Acidic Bonding Curls Review.
*vs. non-conditioning shampooRedken All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo
Another top pick for damaged curls and coils is Redken’s All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo. It features Redken's Nourish Complex, which is enriched with natural ingredients and enhances moisture retention with a lightweight feel. Plus, the formula is free of silicones and sulfates, two ingredients that can sometimes be drying on textured hair.
Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur Shampoo
The creamy Kérastase Curl Manifesto Shampoo can be used on a daily basis to remove impurities from curly to very coily hair. The formula boasts ingredients like manuka honey and works to gently cleanse the hair and scalp without stripping away natural oils.
Our Best Shampoos for Heat-Styling Frizzy Hair
L'Oréal Professionnel Liss Unlimited Shampoo
L’Oréal Professionnel’s Liss Unlimited Shampoo is ideal for those with textured, frizzy hair looking for a lasting blow-dry. A heat-protective function in the formula attaches to the hair fiber to disperse heat, protect the hair, and facilitate moisture retention. What’s more, an anti-humidity barrier keeps the hair’s cuticle aligned for much longer to prolong the silky, salon-worthy results.
Mizani Press Agent Thermal Smoothing Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Whether you want to go sleek with a blowout or silk press, we suggest prepping your hair with this Mizani shampoo before turning on your hot tools. It can help lock out humidity on textured hair and ensures a lasting, frizz-free result. We go wild for the scent of this shampoo, too: It’s a divine blend of citrus, floral, and musk notes.
Our Best Shampoos for Thick, Frizzy Hair
Biolage Professional Ultra Hydra Source Shampoo
Hair that’s as thick and coarse as they come needs a heavy-duty hydrating solution to tackle frizz. Enter Biolage Professional Ultra Hydra Source Shampoo. This intensely moisturizing, anti-frizz shampoo gently cleanses thick hair so that it’s extremely nourished, soft, and shiny.
Kérastase Discipline Bain Oléo Relax Shampoo for Frizzy Hair
Unwanted volume is indeed a thing, and it’s a reality that many with thick hair know all too well. Fortunately, you can keep puffiness to a minimum by reaching for Kérastase Discipline Bain Oléo Relax Shampoo. The coconut-infused lather improves the manageability of frizz-prone locks and tames voluminous hair so that it’s more supple and easy to style.
Our Best Shampoo for Wavy, Frizzy Hair
Matrix A Curl Can Dream Weightless Moisture Shampoo
There’s so much to love about wavy hair, including its styling versatility and built-in, beachy volume. One of wavy hair’s not-so-great traits, however, is how easily it can poof out. The A Curl Can Dream Weightless Moisture Shampoo by Matrix was designed with waves in mind, offering up to 48-hour wave definition and 48-hour unwanted frizz protection without weighing hair down.
Our Best Shampoos for Damaged, Frizzy Hair
Matrix Instacure Anti-Breakage Shampoo
High porosity hair refers to hair with gaps in its cuticle layer, often due to damage. It typically has a hard time absorbing and retaining moisture, making it especially susceptible to frizzing up. If you suspect you have high porosity hair, scoop up Matrix’s Instacure Anti-Breakage Shampoo to help “fill in” porous areas of hair for a smoother, frizz-defying appearance.
Shu Uemura Art of Hair Ashita Supreme Shampoo
Target dull, damaged hair in one fell swoop by washing your mane with Shu Uemura Art of Hair’s Ashita Supreme Shampoo. Using it can help smooth coarse, frizz-prone hair, add shine, remove product buildup, and prevent bothersome breakage.
Our Best Shampoos for All Types of Frizzy Hair
Biolage Professional Smooth Proof Shampoo
Encapsulate hair in a protective, humidity-resistant shield with the help of Biolage Professional’s Smooth Proof Shampoo. It pulls inspiration from nature’s water-repelling camellia flower, keeping hair smooth in even up to 97% (!) humidity.
Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo
You may be able to officially dismiss frizz from your repertoire when sudsing up with Redken’s Frizz Dismiss Shampoo. Brimming with babassu oil, it works to moisturize, detangle, and protect hair from frizz and offers enhanced smoothness.
Matrix Mega Sleek Shampoo
Opt for Matrix Mega Sleek Shampoo to keep your hair sleek and smooth, even in the most humid climates. It’s made with nourishing shea butter and designed to cleanse and control coarse, rebellious, or unruly hair. So go ahead and book that balmy, tropical vacation, knowing your mane is in good hands.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Shampoo
You don’t need a miracle to tame your frazzled hair—you just need Pureology’s Smooth Perfection Shampoo. You can use this rich formula to either help detangle hair and achieve a sleek finish or to score a softer, more refined curl pattern. Even more compelling is that it includes the brand’s Antifade Complex®, meaning it’s safe for color-treated hair.
Kérastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste Sulfate Free Shampoo
For optimal hair nourishment, you can’t go wrong with Kérastase Discipline Bain Fluidealiste Sulfate Free Shampoo. Featuring the brand’s Morpho-Kératine™ Complex, this luxurious shampoo helps restore the hair fiber’s uniformity, provide manageability, and safeguard against frizz.
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