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16 Best Shampoos for Black Men
Determining the best shampoos for black men can be daunting. It isn’t because we have no idea that shampoo exists but sometimes the right product with the right ingredients isn’t always high on the priority list.
For example, are you the type of guy that’ll quickly grab the least expensive shampoo? A 2 in 1 solution, shampoo + conditioner? Or better yet, a hair plus face and body option?
Those are fine and in certain scenarios can save you money or time but might not be suitable in all instances especially for afro-textured hair.
So what are the best shampoos for black men?
The memo is clear! If you have scalp issues or just want to take better care of your hair the first step is ensuring that your scalp is clean. A great shampoo will remove all the build-up from the past week and will leave your curls brand new and refreshed.
With that said there are so many options for shampoos as you’re walking down the products aisle. It can get overwhelming with the different types and brands.
To make things easier we have created a list of 16 of the best shampoos for black men that you can try the next time you hit the product isle.
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Sheamoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo
Sheamoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Shampoo’s main ingredients of Shea Butter and Jamaican black castor oil are the best duo for hair growth. It hydrates, cleanses, and moisturizes the hair shaft. Perfect for all curl types and damaged/ color-treated hair. This is also sulfate-free shampoo.
Usage: Apply to wet hair, gently massage from root to ends. Rinse Thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint Pure-Castile Liquid Soap
Bronner’s Peppermint Pure-Castile Liquid Soap is an organic soap. The main ingredient of peppermint will deeply cleanse your scalp leaving your scalp feeling fresh and tingly. It is an 18-in-1 soap, and can even be used for your body and face.
Usage: One small squirt applied to a wet washcloth to wash hands, face, and body. Work with 1/2 tbsp. into wet-hair, rince with Dr. Bronners Citrus Organic Hair Rinse.
TGIN Moisture Rich Sulfate-Free Shampoo
TGIN Moisture Rich Sulfate Free Shampoo is a sulfate-free shampoo for naturally curly hair. Its main ingredients consist of Aloe Vera and Provitamin B5. It gently cleanses the hair, smooths the cuticle surface, and reduces breakage.
Usage: Wet hair thoroughly. Apply a liberal amount of TGIN Moisture Rich Sulfate Free Shampoo to your palms. Distribute evenly throughout hair and scalp. Rinse well. Shampoo a second time if needed to remove excess buildup. Follow with TGIN Triple Moisture Replenishing Conditioner or for extra deep conditioning, TGIN Honey Miracle Hair Mask.
Head & Shoulders Royal Oils Moisture Renewal Shampoo
Usage: Wet hair, massage onto scalp, rinse, repeat if desired. For best results use at least twice a week. For maximum dandruff control, use every time you shampoo.
Kinky Curly Come Clean Shampoo
Its main ingredients consist of Mandarin Orange extract, perfect for gently removing build-up on the scalp while leaving your natural hair moisturized.
Usage: Massage onto wet hair and scalp. Rinse well. Follow with KNOT TODAY conditioner.
Aunt Jackie’s Oh So Clean Deep Moisturizing Shampoo
Usage: Shampoo thoroughly by working Oh So Clean! into wet hair. Do not shampoo vigorously. Gently massage, rubbing scalp with fingertips and working lather in, along hair strands. Rinse and repeat to wash away raised particles and impurities from the first shampoo. Gentle enough for daily use. Towel dry and follow with IN CONTROL “Anti-Poof” Moisturizing and Softening Conditioner.
AG Hair Care Curl Revive Sulfate-Free Hydrating Shampoo
AG Hair Care Curl Revive Sulfate-Free Hydrating Shampoo maintains moistures and deeply cleanses the scalp. A combination of coconut oil, sunflower oil, and pea peptides hydrates the hair shaft and enhances your curls.
Usage: Massage this lather-rich shampoo into wet hair. Rinse and repeat as desired.
Aphogee Keratin & Green Tea Shampoo
Usage: Wet hair thoroughly with warm water. Using a small amount of ApHogee Keratin & Green Tea Shampoo, work product evenly through hair and over scalp. Rinse lather completely with warm water then finish with a cool rinse.
Carol’s Daughter Rhassoul Clay Sulfate-Free Shampoo
It contains no sulfates, no parabens, no petrolatum, no mineral oil, and no artificial colors. Its moisturizing formula brings dry and dull hair to life.
Design Essentials Almond And Avocado Moisturizing Shampoo
As it moisturizes, it gently strips the hair of impurities and detangles. Leaving the feeling of soft and hydrated strands.
Usage: Wet hair. Apply shampoo then, lather. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat as necessary. Follow with Design Essentials Natural Almond and Avocado Leave-In Conditioner.
Aloxxi Colourcare Hydrating Shampoo
Avocado oil, olive oil, hydrolyzed keratin, and silk amino acids work on the other hand to hydrate and prevent UV damage. It contains no sulfate, no parabens, and no sodium chloride.
Usage: Massage onto wet hair and scalp. Rinse well.
Aveda Be Curly Shampoo
Usage: Massage into wet hair and scalp. Rinse. Follow with be curly™ conditioner or intensive detangling masque.
Sheamoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine Shampoo
Its formula is designed to add shine and moisture your strands, while not stripping them of their natural oils. This shampoo contains no sulfates, no parabens, no petrolatum, no mineral oil, and no artificial colors.
Usage: Apply to wet hair and gently massage into a rich lather. Rinse thoroughly. Repeat if necessary.
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Talk Shampoo
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Talk Shampoo formula of rice keratin amino acids, and enzymes hydrate, condition, enhance curl retention, and cleanse your natural hair. It removes past build-up without drying our hair. Free of alcohol, silicones, phthalates, and dyes.
Usage: Lather and work into wet hair. Rinse thoroughly. For best results, follow up with Curl Talk 3-in-1 Conditioner. Safe for natural and color-treated hair.
Trader Joe’s Tea Tree Tingle Shampoo
Usage: Massage into hair and rinse thoroughly. Follow with Tea Tree Tingle Conditioner.
Wave Slime For Wavers
Usage: Rinse hair with warm water. Massage and lather into hair. Rinse thoroughly and repeat.
Shampoo Hair Care Tips
Once you have found your Holy Grail shampoo. Here are a few tips to follow to properly use and manage your hair.
• Depending on your hair type, shampoo weekly or monthly. Natural hair should not be shampooed daily, it can result in drying out of your hair.
• Focus on your scalp when cleansing, and allow the products to rinse throughout the rest of your strands
• Follow with a moisturizing conditioner.
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