14 Best Shampoos For Oily Hair

Quite a few of us suffer from oily hair, this is when the sebaceous glands, which are meant to produce a little bit of sebum, are over reactive and produce too much oil. The result? It leaves you with greasy looking hair that you cannot style whatsoever. There are several solutions to this problem, reduce your use of hair products such as sprays or mousses, or if you have to use them, be sure to rinse them out before the end of the day! You must also treat your dandruff if you have any, and use special shampoos, these can be dry or wet, or conditioners.
“What products can I use?” You wonder? You needn’t worry, as always, we are here to help you with your hair troubles. Sit down, grab a cup of coffee, and behold as we have the top 14 shampoos for oily hair just waiting to be read and tried out!

L’Oréal have pretty much everything you need to keep your hair looking like you’ve come straight off the red carpet. This product treats and clears all dandruff and keeps your hair moist. It also contains citrus acid, which leaves your hair looking shiny and feeling super smooth, with of course the bonus of its fruity smell! The only thing that is wrong with this product is that we would like a bit more of it, the bottle is fairly small. However, if you use this as a treatment once a week, the bottle could last you two to three months.

Do you wash your hair more than 5 to 7 times a week? Are you scared of the mountain of build up you will have to face if you do not obey? Well, this is the shampoo for you! This Opalis shampoo can be used everyday and won’t leave your hair dry. Yes, the rumors that washing your hair everyday is unhealthy are not true, in fact, it’s extremely important to do so if you are prone to having oily hair! Just choose a shampoo that suits your hair-washing routine and feel free to wash away as you please!

You can often find nettle extracts in the ingredients of these kind of formulated shampoos as they regulate excess oil in the hair and balance out the scalp, allowing you to wash it less regularly. For people with very fine hair, it also prevents all fall out, even after cleansing the hair. If yore looking for the best dry shampoo for oily hair, They also do it in a dry shampoo if you’re on the go or on holiday!

Phytéol products are available at your nearest Sephora or online and they can remove dandruff flakes in the blink of an eye. Your hair will have unbelievable volume and look like you’ve just walked out of the salon. It lightens the hair, without damaging it, and makes your hair look rich and glossy.

Suave is the dream shampoo – it is salon quality, without the expensive pricetag! It removes all oil build up, without completely stripping the hair, and is ideal for people with highlights as it removes the oil from the roots without your highlights looking frizzy and fried. The quality, especially for the price, is beyond outstanding and it is available at your local drugstore. Even for the thinnest of hair, it leaves you with soft fluffy hair.

Aveda claims its shampoo thickens hair up to 17% more. Though it may be expensive, it cleans up roots and your hair will appear thicker even after a blow dry. It is great for people with limp hair that is super unstylable due to its slippery surface. Some people claim that if their has got other product in it, they have to lather their hair twice for it to completely cover the whole of the hair. This is normal as, like we mentioned before, it is very important to rinse all your product out at the end of every day.

When we were looking at the reviews, this product was mentioned on every single site and highly recommended. Neutrogena products are always fairly cheap, and this one is no exception as you can find it at around $6. It is super effective and cleans out the oil from the hair within the first wash. It can be applied with your regular shampoo and it even enhances your regular products. It isn’t so much a shampoo as a treatment, users recommended using it once a week to not completely remove oils as you need to keep some so your hair remains healthy and lustrous. It also smells like a dream!

This scrumptious shampoo got 5 stars on Sephora, and it is hardly surprising, it hydrates the scalp and it can be used on all hair types, not just oily hair. Plus, it is 70% organic, the ingredients include tea tree essential oils and peppermint. Your hair looks nourished throughout the day and it cleans out your previous products without leaving your hair limp. You can also get a matching conditioner and use them as a pair.

Herbal Essences is well known for its value for money, you can get their shampoos at around $4 the bottle. Their shampoos are refreshing and totally relax you, they are the perfect product to wind down with at the end of the day. It adds moisture but doesn’t weigh your hair down unlike some products, it is perfect for people with thinner hair. From time to time, we advise you to just wash your hair with conditioner, or co-wash, as it also removes oil and is very beneficial for your hair.

Pantene Pro V Clarifying Shampoo was the must-have shampoo a few years ago for people with oily hair troubles, but unfortunately it was discontinued. After a little research, we found this product which was recommended as its replacement, and has similar effects. It removes build up and leaves you with a natural-looking shine! It is not too strong nor chemically, and gentle on your hair.

Ever dreamt of a shampoo that can completely transform your hair? This shampoo has everything you need! Yes, it is possible! It hydrates your hair, without leaving it greasier than before you washed it (it’s awful when that happens, right?), aaaaand it contains coconut water, which is the superhero of all ingredients – it encourages hair growth, protects it and adds a natural shine without having to add a ton of product. Long, silky locks, here we come!

This is suitable even for the most oiliest of hair. However, this should be used as a weekly treatment as otherwise it is not so effective. It is a shampoo that is even gentle for colored and chemically treated hair. It reduces oil and product gunk and reduces dandruff within several uses. Let’s not forget that it’s the number 1 product recommended by dermatologists! It’s the go-to product for people with oily hair or dandruff issues.

Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Make Up Alley, it’s not the least expensive in this list of products but it’s definitely not in the same price range as the professional salon products. It provides shine and multi-purpose ingredients such as honey and aloe help to protect your hair from split ends, as well as moisturize it! What can’t this product do? Nettle extracts remove just the right amount of build up to! All the ingredients are natural, which means no harsh chemicals that can effect the quality of your hair or scalp.

This raspberry and hibiscus shampoo was created specifically for people with fine, limp and oily hair in mind. It makes your hair look voluminous, and leaves the hair clean, flowing and easy to manage. Your hair feels like brand new! Salon-quality results, in a cheap bottle! Perfection!