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Home / Wellness / Hair Care / 5 Best Shampoos For Black Hair

5 Best Shampoos For Black Hair

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People often believe that there is only one type of Black hair. It comes in different shapes, patterns, sizes, and colors. African-American hair contains less water, grows slower, and is more likely to have breakage than the hair of any other race.

The labels of hair care products can be a little deceiving so it’s important to do your research before you put just anything in your hair. It’s also important to remember to wash your hair every one to two weeks. If you neglect your hair bacteria can grow on your scalp and cause your hair to be unhealthy.

Many black people have reservations about washing their hair frequently with fears that they might strip the moisture from their hair. Typically if the moisture leaves your hair its chances of breaking can heighten.

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If you are someone who loves different styles you must keep your hair moisturized. People with curly hair are more likely to have hair that dries out and breaks because the pattern makes it hard for oils to get down to the shaft of the hair. This is why it’s important to invest in moisturizing shampoo that is specifically made for dry hair, such as the best shampoo for black hair.

As you know, the hair on your head is a huge representation of who you are. A huge part of your hair, the texture, and the style that you choose to wear are closely aligned with your shampoo.

There are so many different options of shampoos you could use so it’s not exactly easy to pick the right brand. All shampoos are not created equal and there are so many different hair textures.

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Even if someone has curls, that doesn’t mean that the next person has the same curls as them. It’s very important to find the right shampoo that caters to you. When you are picking shampoo you want to make sure you find something that nourishes and hydrates your hair to prevent dryness, damage, and breakage.

It may be hard to find the shampoo that provides everything you need but that doesn’t mean you should settle. Some of these options may be pricey, but they are the top-of-line shampoos that will have your hair looking better than ever.

1. Thank God It’s Natural 

$14.99 at Ulta.com

Thank God it’s Natural is a sulfate-free shampoo is rich in botanical oils that can strengthen fragile hair. This shampoo is great for detangling and helps your hair lock on moisture.

2. Curl Mix

$18.00 curlmix.com

This brand is good for plenty of different curl patterns. It’s good for strengthening, moisturizing and softening. 

3. FLAWLESS BY GABRIELLE UNION

$9.99 on Amazon.com

Gabrielle Union has launched a natural hair line that includes a shampoo with amazing ingredients. Everything from brazillian bacuri, butter, rice oil complex and acai palm oil. This shampoo is good for removing dirt and build up without causing your hair to become dry. 

4. Oway 

$33.99 Amazon.com

This shampoo is great for those who have a dry or sensitive scalp. It’s loaded with protein that can help strengthen the hair as well. 

4. DEEPER THAN HAIR

$24.00 deeperthanhair.com

Deeper than hair is perfect for those who have colored, straighten, or chemically treated hair. This product is a moisture booster and has some pretty rare ingredients like moroccan argan oil. This will add lots of moisture to your hair which is dry and brittle.

By DeMario Easley | Published May 27, 2021

May 27, 2021 by DeMario Easley

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