If there are people who know what it’s like to experience frizzy hair, it’s those of us who live in the South. Although frizzy hair is natural and nothing to be ashamed of, there are some products you can use to prevent sweat-induced frizz, or any other kind of frizz.

“Anti-frizz shampoos provide moisture to deflect humidity, which causes frizz,” says Liana Manzella, hair stylist at Robyn Michelle Salon in Windermere, Florida. “The more hair lacks moisture, the more frizz you’ll have.”

To develop our list of the best anti-frizz shampoos, we researched the best ones on the market and evaluated them based on factors including ingredients, size, and how well they work on different hair types. We also received expert recommendations from Southern hair stylists.

Meet The Experts Liana Manzella is a stylist at Robyn Michelle Salon in Windermere, Florida.

Lauren Niekamp is a hair stylist at Calluna Spa at The Equestrian Hotel in Ocala, Florida.

April Story is a multicultural hair stylist at Van Michael Salon in Buckhead, Georgia.

Our Top Picks Best Overall: Oribe Shampoo for Brilliance and Shine at Nordstrom ($157) Jump to Review Best Budget: Herbal Essences Biorenew Argan Oil Repair Shampoo at Amazon (See Price) Jump to Review Best Sulfate-Free: L'Oreal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Frizz-Defy Shampoo at Amazon (See Price) Jump to Review Best for Curly Hair: Eufora Perfect Curl Curl Enhancing Shampoo at Eufora.net (See Price) Jump to Review Best for Fine Hair: EO Grapefruit and Mint Shampoo at Amazon (See Price) Jump to Review Best for Thick Hair: IGK Good Behavior Ultra-Smooth Shampoo at Amazon (See Price) Jump to Review Best for Color-Treated Hair: Pureology Smooth Perfection Shampoo at Amazon ($11) Jump to Review Best for Humidity: Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo at Amazon (See Price) Jump to Review

　　 Best Overall

Oribe Shampoo for Brilliance and Shine

View On Nordstrom View On Sephora View On Spacenk.com What’s Great About It Suitable for most hair types

Sulfate-free formula

Enhances shine and softness

Chic bottle design

What Could Be Better Some may find its scent overpowering

According to Manzella, "This shampoo is rich in moisture and great for pretty much all hair types.” Made with sunflower seed extract, jojoba and rice proteins, and the brand’s signature complex made with a blend of watermelon, edelweiss, and amber extracts, this shampoo enhances hair shine and softness. 

Plus, it’s sulfate free and has a sleek blue bottle. It’s important to note that some people, especially those sensitive to smell, may find its scent overpowering. 

Key Ingredients: Sunflower seed extract, water, jojoba and rice proteins, Oribe Signature Complex | Size: 8.5 ounces

　　 Best Budget

Herbal Essences Biorenew Argan Oil Repair Shampoo

View On Amazon View On CVS View On IHerb What’s Great About It Argan oil controls frizz and nourishes hair

Pleasant vanilla scent

Jumbo size available

What Could Be Better Does contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)

For just about $20, Story recommends anti-frizz shampoo from Herbal Essences. “This budget-friendly option contains argan oil to help hydrate and nourish your hair, while also taming frizz,” says Story. “It leaves your hair feeling soft and smooth without breaking the bank.” 

If you’re looking for a shampoo that offers good value, this shampoo comes in a 29.2-ounce bottle with a pump–just make sure there’s enough space in your bathroom or toiletry closet to store it. 

Key Ingredients: Argan oil | Size: 13.5 ounces, 29.2 ounces

　　 Best Sulfate-Free

L'Oreal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Frizz-Defy Shampoo

View On Amazon View On Target View On CVS What’s Great About It Humidity and frizz resistance up to 24 hours

Sulfate-free formula

Offers color protection

Contains marula oil to hydrate

Magnolia scent

What Could Be Better Cheap packaging

This anti-frizz shampoo from L’Oreal Paris can be found at most drugstores, and Story recommends it for its gentle and sulfate-free formula. “This drugstore favorite is sulfate free and gentle on your hair, making it perfect for those with color-treated hair,” says Story. “It helps to control frizz and leave your hair looking sleek and shiny.” 

With ingredients including rosemary botanicals and marula oil, it provides up to 24 hours of humidity and frizz resistance. What’s more, it leaves hair smelling like cedarwood and magnolia. 

Key Ingredients: Rosemary botanicals, marula oil | Size: 8.5 ounces, 23 ounces

　　 Best for Curly Hair

Eufora Perfect Curl Curl Enhancing Shampoo

View On Eufora.net What’s Great About It Made with curl-enhancing technology

Lightweight formula

Abyssian and moringa oils maintain shine

Sulfate-free formula

What Could Be Better Not available in a travel size

Since curly hair is especially prone to frizz, finding a quality shampoo that will nourish hair while keeping frizz away is key—that’s where this curl-enhancing shampoo from Eufora comes in.

Manzella recommends this shampoo for its plant-based formula that’s designed for curl retention and strength. In addition to its blend of rice and keratin amino acids, this shampoo is made with abyssian and moringa oils to maintain hair’s shine. 

Key ingredients: Tomato fruit ferment extract, rice and keratin amino acids, abyssinian oil, moringa oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice | Size: 9.5 ounces

　　 Best for Fine Hair

EO Grapefruit and Mint Shampoo

View On Amazon What’s Great About It Made with essential oils

Organic

Large container for long-term use

Contains vitamins E and B to retain moisture

What Could Be Better Gallon-size comes with a high price tag

EO’s Grapefruit and Mint Shampoo is a great option if you’re looking for an anti-frizz shampoo for fine hair. What makes this shampoo stand out is its formula made with quinoa protein to strengthen hair and coconut-derived cleansers to remove buildup. 

And, this shampoo is organic and made with revitalizing essential oils as well as vitamins E and B to keep hair hydrated. Although this gallon-size container is accompanied by a $73 price tag, it is made to last. It’s also available as a set with an accompanying conditioner.

Key Ingredients: Quinoa protein, essential oils (grapefruit and mint), blend (aloe, chamomile, and calendula), coconut (cocos nucifera) fruit extract | Size: 128 ounces

　　 Best for Thick Hair

IGK Good Behavior Ultra-Smooth Shampoo

View On Amazon View On Nordstrom View On Ulta What’s Great About It Contains spirulina protein to strengthen hair

Made with a combination of seven oils

Affordable

Color safe

What Could Be Better Cream-based formula may be too heavy for some hair types

For thicker hair that is prone to frizz, consider adding this ultra-smooth cream shampoo from IGK to your cart. Made with seven oils including, coconut oil, avocado oil, broccoli seed oil, moringa oleifera seed oil, and caryodendron orinocense seed oil, this shampoo will keep hair healthy and shiny. It’s made with a water-activated technology that works to prevent frizz and spirulina protein to strengthen hair. 

Key Ingredients: Smoothing oil blend, spirulina protein | Size: 8 ounces, 14.2 ounces, 32 ounces

　　 Best for Color-Treated Hair

Pureology Smooth Perfection Shampoo

View On Amazon View On Sephora View On Ulta What’s Great About It Made with patented color-protection technology

Only takes a dime-size amount

Sulfate-free formula

Sweet scent

What Could Be Better Scent may be too overpowering

According to Story, this is the best anti-frizz shampoo for color-treated hair. “This sulfate-free shampoo is gentle on color-treated hair, helping to protect and prolong the vibrancy of your color,” she says. “It also helps to fight frizz and leave your hair looking smooth and shiny.”  

What provides this shampoo with the upper hand when it comes to color protection is its patented Antifade Complex technology. And, you only need a dime size amount to see results from this shampoo. It leaves your hair scented with notes of cocoa and marshmallow accord, although some may find it too overpowering. 

Key Ingredients: Shea butter, camelia | Size: 1.7 ounces, 9 ounces, 33.8 ounces

　　 Best for Humidity

Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo

View On Amazon View On Ulta View On Jcpenney.com What’s Great About It Babassu oil hydrates and smoothes hair

Made without sulfates and sodium chloride

Works on different hair types

Designed specifically for humid conditions

What Could Be Better Not great for oily hair

If a hydrating shampoo is what you seek, this one from Redken does not disappoint. “This shampoo is specifically formulated to combat frizz in humid conditions, helping to protect your hair from moisture and humidity," says Story. Babassu oil works to hydrate hair and keep it smooth even on the most humid of days.

Key Ingredients: Babassu oil | Size: 1.7 ounces, 10.1 ounces, 16.9 ounces

　　 The Bottom Line

Our Best Overall pick, the Oribe Shampoo for Brilliance & Shine, comes recommended by Manzella for its hydrating, sulfate-free formula that’s suitable for most hair types. For a more budget-friendly option, Story suggests the Herbal Essences Biorenew Argan Oil Repair Shampoo, which contains argan oil to nourish hair and control frizz.

　　 Tips for Choosing the Right Anti-Frizz Shampoos

Hair Types To select the best anti-frizz shampoo for you, it’s important to consider your hair type. “For those with thick hair, look for a sulfate-free formula to avoid weighing down hair,” says Story. “Fine-haired individuals should opt for a lightweight formula to add volume, whereas those with curly hair should choose a shampoo specifically designed for their curl pattern.”

Niekamp adds that curly hair tends to experience frizz more than straight hair due to the shape of the hair follicles where they are often drier.

Regardless of your hair type, it is a best practice to avoid shampoos containing sulfates to prevent any unnecessary irritation and reduction of natural oils.  

Ingredients Knowing what’s inside your anti-frizz shampoo is key to ensure you’re putting products on your hair that will nourish it as opposed to damage it. Story recommends opting for shampoos containing argan oil, coconut oil, and shea butter, as they prevent frizz. “Furthermore, you should look for shampoos containing ingredients that are conditioning such as amino acids, aloe vera and natural oils such as safflower, argan and moringa,” adds Manzella.

Questions and Answers What should you avoid in a shampoo for frizzy hair?  When it comes to the ingredients you should avoid in a shampoo for frizzy hair both Story and Manzella agree that you should steer clear of alcohols and sulfates. You should also steer clear of heavy silicones including dimethicone and cyclopentasiloxane if you can. “They may make your hair feel shiny and healthy but in reality act as a wax barrier suffocating your hair not allowing natural oils to penetrate the cuticle,” explains Manzella. 

In addition to avoiding alcohols, sulfates, and heavy silicones, “you want to look out for products that advertise themselves as clarifying or cleansing,” says Niekamp. “Those are products that are going to be oil stripping.”

How do you keep hair from getting frizzy after washing it?  To keep hair from getting frizzy after washing it, Niekamp recommends adding a hydrating deep conditioner to your post-wash hair care routine. “Apply conditioner from your middle to the ends of your hair, put it up in a clip, and allow it to sit on your hair for at least five minutes,” says Niekamp. 

After getting out of the shower or washing your hair, she adds that adding a leave-in conditioner to your hair is key in most cases. “You want to be using a leave-on conditioner that's extra hydrating,” advises Niekamp. 

Story recommends towel drying your hair without rubbing it. But if you do choose or need to blow dry your hair after washing it, Niekamp recommends adding an oil to keep the hair moisturized. 

　　 Why Trust Southern Living

This article was written by Jenna Clark, contributing review writer for Southern Living. To compile this list of the best anti-frizz shampoos, she spoke with Liana Manzella, hair stylist at Robyn Michelle Salon in Windermere, Florida; Lauren Niekamp, hair stylist at Calluna Spa at The Equestrian Hotel in Ocala, Florida; and April Story, multicultural hair stylist at Van Michael Salon in Buckhead, Georgia, for expert tips and product recommendations.