Long gone are the days of the age-old stereotype: that men couldn’t care less about their hair. Now, having the right haircut and — even more importantly — having the right cleaning, conditioning, and styling products to make it pop is a big deal for every modern man.
Forget that $2 four-in-one nonsense; it’s time to treat yourself to a shampoo that not only works but works in an optimal way for your specific hair and skin type. Taking care of your scalp is just as important as keeping your locks clean when it comes to the longevity of your lid. Throw too much of the cheap stuff on it and… well, you can wave your luscious locks goodbye.
The market is packed with premium products but, lucky for you, we know just where to start. Here are our favourite shampoos for men and what to look out for when you’re shopping.
What To Look Out For When Buying Men’s Shampoo
Before taking a plunge, you should consider a few things cause your hair deserves the best.
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- Ingredients: The formulation should be gentle, natural and safe for regular use without causing irritation or harm to your scalp or hair.
- Price: More expensive does not always equate to better so aim to balance between cost and performance.
- Hair Type: Your hair could be oily, dry or normal. There are different shampoos that are designed for different hair types and concerns.
- Scent: While it’s not the most important factor, you do wanna choose a scent you love. Your shampoo should do more than clean, it should also leave your hair smelling great.
What The Experts Say
We asked Bryan Tiska, one of Sydney’s coolest barbers and a founding member of The Barberhood. With over a decade of experience and a very cool client base (who lose their minds when he takes a holiday), he told us this:
- When it comes to the best shampoos for men, we have curated a select few brands that lead the way as far as great products go.
- Patricks is one of our favourite premium brands here at The Barberhood (we were the first barbershop to ever stock it!). The Patricks range of shampoos promotes scalp health, thicker hair, and delivers a great texture.
- Tuckler Brown another great Australian brand focuses on natural, cruelty-free solutions, ensuring a clean and revitalizing experience.
- Hunter Lab shampoo combines botanical extracts and essential oils to tailor its products to the specific needs of men’s hair.
- Noteworthy in this lineup is Vegetalement Provence, which breaks the mould with its innovative 100% organic solid creamy shampoo bar, offering a water-free, eco-conscious, and nourishing alternative.
- All of these brands are premium and offer men something more than basic grocery shampoos that are not only full of chemicals that can damage your hair but also don’t help with styling, leaving it flat and dull.