The 5 Best Shampoos, According to a Very Picky Beauty Editor

Running your hands through your hair can make it get greasier faster, but I don't care, because then I get to use this Joico shampoo all over again. It's formulated to instantly smooth hair while boosting its defense against environmental and styling damage. And quite honestly, no other shampoo has made my hair this silky. A friend used it just once while she was staying with me in N.Y.C. When she got home, she went out and got her own bottle. This shampoo has that much power. 

While I would never skip moisturizing my face every day, I don't put as much effort into keeping my hair as hydrated as I should. But when my hair is extra dry and brittle, this super-rich Davines shampoo does the trick. It includes an Italian olive extract that quickly moisturizes my hair back to smoothness. But, here's the catch: The formula is quite heavy, so trust me, a little goes a long way.

Like so many celebs, hairstylists, and beauty editors, I won't shut up about Olaplex. The salon treatment repairs hair proteins damaged during the coloring process. Along with an at-home strengthening mask, the brand has come out with a shampoo and conditioner set. I use the strengthening shampoo when my fried hair is in need of a heat-styling detox. And in just one wash, my hair is shinier and smooth enough to run my fingers through it. 

Along with whistling and using chopsticks, drying my hair with a round brush is a skill I can't seem to master. Thankfully, volumizing shampoo exists. Leonor Greyl's shampoo adds body from root-to-tip while simultaneously moisturizing my hair. It's also formulated with a detangling effect so you can skip conditioner, which can weigh things down. 

As someone who spends a lot of time (and money) on their hair color, I'm going protect my investment. And using a color-protective shampoo is key to prevent fading. This Briogeo bottle has quickly earned a permanent spot in my shower. The natural, sulfate-free formula is powered by bamboo, which coats and locks in color. 

If you're looking for a shampoo that does a little bit of everything, the color-safe R+Co formula is your best bet. It volumizes, moisturizes, boosts shine, and strengthens hair. Think of it as the shampoo version of a greatest hits album.