I tried 22 of the best shampoos for dry hair in 2025 (so you don't have to)

Hydrating by name, hydrating by nature, the Coco & Eve Super Hydrating Shampoo is one of the best money can buy if you have straw-like strands. It’s formulated with the brand’s ResistHyal™ Technology – a blend of hyaluronic acid to boost the hair’s moisture levels.

Alongside this, there is coconut (a rich, fatty acid) to help heal split ends, while nourishing oils like argan, avocado and camellia seal cuticles and leave a healthy shine. As you massage it into your scalp, it foams up into a rich lather and you can really feel the hydrating benefits getting to work.

Even after one use you’ll notice such a great difference in your hair’s overall softness, manageability and shine. But stick to it, and you’ll be buying your second bottle in no time.

Philip Kingsley know exactly what they are doing when it comes to A* haircare products and this shampoo does not disappoint. The cleansing formula effectively cleans strands, without stripping the natural oils to leaving hair smooth, glossy and free from frizz.

Dry hair? I don’t know her. Since switching to Amika’s Hydro Rush Shampoo, my hair has been living her softest life. It’s packed with hyaluronic acid, squalane and polyglutamic acid (aka the hydration dream team) to drench your strands and keep them moisturised for up to 72 hours. Yes, really.

The lather is rich, the scent is lush, and the post-wash softness? Unreal. Just a heads up – if your hair’s on the finer side, it might feel a bit too rich. But for thirsty textures? It’s basically a tall glass of water.

“If your curls have been feeling a little... meh lately, it might be time to give your wash routine a gentle reset. Try Curlsmith’s Essential Moisture Shampoo – the cleanser I reach for when my hair needs hydration but I still want a proper clean.” – Kara Kia, Ecommerce Editor.

Think of it as the sweet spot between nourishing and clarifying. It’s sulphate-free but still foams up nicely, so your scalp feels fresh without stripping your curls, waves or coils of moisture. Plus, it’s packed with ingredients like glycerin and aloe vera to help soften, hydrate and define without any heaviness.

Feeling like your hair’s been through the Sahara? Let Chāmpo’s Vata Hydrating Shampoo step in.

Drenched in 98 % naturally derived ingredients like coconut oil, glycerin, lactic acid, and amla, it’s formulated to restore moisture, smooth frizz, and revive dry, damaged hair.

The lather is creamy (not sudsy), and the scent – think jasmine, rose, sandalwood, patchouli, and vanilla – is like a mini aromatherapy session in the shower.

When thinking about treating dry hair, the one trusted brand that comes to mind is Kérastase. Ofc, we love their cult classic Elixir Ultime L'Huile Original Hair Oil but paired with this satin shampoo, your locks can rival that of Claudia Winkleman's. Trust me when I say you'll see results after just one wash!

Living Proof makes some of my favourite hair products *ever*. The texture spray is unreal for sky-high roots and the dry shampoo removes grease like no other. But when it comes to the brand’s sulphate-free shampoos, I always go for Perfect Hair Day – I mean, why wouldn’t you?

Staying true to its name, the shampoo cuts through grease and removes build-up without relying on sulphates so it feels super moisturising. It’s also free from silicones but still uses a silicone-like technology to add shine and soften your hair.

While I chop and change between trialling new hair products (uh, hi, hello beauty journalist!), Davines Oi Shampoo is one I always go back to.

Making for an intensely replenishing and nourishing formula, Davines have harnessed the power of roucou oil for those who suffer with ‘controlling’ weakened, dry or tempestuous tresses.

Redken's cult All Soft collection has been reimagined for even drier, straw-like hair. So if, your hair has been bleached to the moon and back (and is on the curly side), invest in a bottle of this shampoo.

Yes, I know it's not the cheapest, but this range is famous for bringing dry, brittle, broken hair back to silky softness – and I can personally vouch for it's effectiveness. My four-month-old chemically-treated hair extensions feel almost new again.

If you've got dry locks but aren't for stripping it of colour in order to replenish it's natural shine, see to this wonder. Not only is it gentle but its formula infuses dehydrated hair with antioxidant-rich argan oil, Vitamins A and E, red algae and other replenishing nutrients for a hydrated, healthier feel. Managing shine has never been easier!

The OG of hair hydration, this shampoo delivers bags of moisture to dried out, straw-like strands. I've been using this stuff ever since I started bleaching my hair, because not only is the formula sulphate-free and vegan it delivers an instant silkiness to rough, brittle ends.

Plus, if your hair is colour-treated the anti-fade complex actually helps to keep highlights looking fresh for longer. The best bit about this shampoo, whilst the formula is oh-so moisturising it's light enough not to weigh down your roots. Win, win.

I could write an essay about how much Hydration Wash has changed my life, but I'll try to keep it short. Created for all parched hair types, Dizziak's shampoo combines nourishing natural ingredient babassu oil with reparative quinoa protein and amino acids to provide intensive moisture and strength to stressed out strands.

Sulphate and paraben-free, it cleans without stripping the hair, restoring hydration levels and stimulating growth. It's one of those formulas that you can feels working from the moment you use it. In a few weeks, you'll notice a marked improvement in the texture of your hair.

Shopping for a shampoo IRL can be pretty overwhelming. I mean the sea of options available is insane, especially in a pharmacy. To make the task easier, I suggest you head straight to the L’Oréal Paris Hydra Hyaluronic Shampoo. For the price of £4, how can you say no?

Packed with hyaluronic acid, it adds moisture and seals it in so your hair stays hydrated for longer. Not only that, but hyaluronic acid is a great frizz fighter so you’ll be left with soft and smooth lengths.

Aussie's cult formula is infused with macadamia nut oil that promises to nourish mega-dry, frizzy hair – and it does. It's not quite as rich as some of the others, but I noticed a definite softness after the first wash. With almost 400 5-star reviews on boots.com, it seems like I'm not the only one that loves the formula. Oh, and it's less than a fiver. Bonus.

Hands down the most savvy moisture-giving shampoo going, Virtue restores lost moisture and repairs damage in one swoop. Utilising the restorative powers of Alpha Keratin 60ku (a protein identical to the ones found in your hair), it finds damaged areas and fills them in, leaving each strand stronger. The combination of vitamin-rich grapefruit extract, baobab seed oil and quinoa breathes life back into overworked, brittle hair, making it healthier and more manageable. Added bonus: it smells really, very good.

Like a clever mix of shampoo and hair mask, this super-nourishing formula cleanses strands whilst also conditioning. Clever, right? It's ultra-moisturising without being too heavy or weighing strands down. Plus, the bottle is huuuuuge, you won't run out of this one any time soon.

Don't be put off by the name; it won't make your hair greasy. In fact, the six different oils in this formula mean the nourishing levels of this shampoo are sky-high, plus you'll get blow dry-worthy volume. Bonus: it smells incredible.

Oh JVN, thank-you for bringing this beauty into my life. First things first, the moisturising formula is gentle enough for daily use (so won't feel overly heavy on fine strands). It's also formulated with aloe leaf juice to hydrate and hemisqualane to reduce damage and strengthen the tresses. We're pleased to report that this shampoo is scented with lemon, black currant, sandalwood and vanilla – so will leave hair smelling better than your fanciest perfume.