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top-rated men's shampoos

Prompt

Last updated 15th October 2025

Domain count
mensjournal.com
3
vogue.com
1
gq-magazine.co.uk
1
Citations count
22
7
6
9
Brands Discovered
37
17
19
11

Original answer

Here are widely recommended, top‑rated men’s shampoos (grouped by common needs). I’ve pulled picks from recent trusted grooming editors and dermatology‑informed roundups so you can match product to hair/scalp type.

Best overall / daily-use

  • Highland “The Wash” — high marks from grooming editors for a gentle, ingredient‑forward formula (sulfate/paraben free) that’s good for regular use. (mensjournal.com)

For dandruff / flaky scalp

  • CeraVe Anti‑Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo — dermatologist‑formulated, contains pyrithione zinc plus ceramides and niacinamide to treat flakes while hydrating. (mensjournal.com)
  • Head & Shoulders Clinical or Classic Clean — budget, clinically proven options with active antifungal/antidandruff actives like selenium sulfide or zinc pyrithione. (vogue.com)
  • Horace Gentle/Anti‑Dandruff Shampoo — recommended for men who want a gentler, more natural‑leaning dandruff treatment. (gq-magazine.co.uk)

For thinning or fine hair / thickening

  • The Rootist Densify Concentrated Shampoo — editor pick for thinning hair; formulated to increase hair body. (mensjournal.com)
  • Kérastase Genesis (Bain De Masse Épaississant) — salon brand frequently recommended for strengthening and plumping fine hair. (menshealth.com)
  • Viviscal Thickening Shampoo — budget‑friendly, popular for added body and contains keratin/biotin‑supporting ingredients (many users report fuller look). (instyle.com)

For oily scalp / heavy cleansing

  • Baxter of California Daily Fortifying Shampoo — lighter, clarifying option favored by men who shampoo often or have oily hair. (mensjournal.com)
  • Aesop Equalising Shampoo or Sachajuan Moisturizing Shampoo — salon/brand picks for effective clarifying without over‑stripping; good if you want premium fragrance/experience. (gq-magazine.co.uk)

Best value / drugstore

  • Dove Men+Care 2‑in‑1 Pro Thick Full or Head & Shoulders Classic Clean — reliable, affordable, widely recommended for everyday use and specific needs (thickening or dandruff control). (mensjournal.com)

How to pick the right one

  • If you have flakes/itching: choose a shampoo with zinc pyrithione, selenium sulfide, ketoconazole, or salicylic acid and follow label directions (some need to sit on the scalp for a minute). (vogue.com)
  • If you want volume/thicker look: look for “thickening” lines or ingredients like biotin, keratin, hyaluronic acid / polymers that add body. Salon brands (Kérastase, Redken) tend to perform best but cost more. (allure.com)
  • For daily washes or sensitive scalp: choose sulfate‑free, fragrance‑lean formulas (CeraVe, Highland) to avoid stripping natural oils. (mensjournal.com)

Want one tailored pick? If you tell me your hair type and main concern (oily, dry, dandruff, thinning, curly, fragrance preference, and budget), I’ll give a top single recommendation plus where to buy it.

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Rank
Brand
Topic
LLM
Sentiment
1
🥇

Kérastase

90%
75%
95%
100%
Neutral
2
🥈

Head & Shoulders

70%
85%
80%
45%
Neutral
3
🥉

CeraVe

57%
90%
0%
80%
Neutral
4

Ouai

55%
0%
85%
80%
Neutral
5

Horace

50%
80%
0%
70%
Neutral
6

Baxter of California

45%
60%
0%
75%
Neutral
7

Hairstory

45%
0%
90%
45%
Neutral
8

Dove Men+Care

38%
45%
70%
0%
Neutral
9

Highland

32%
95%
0%
0%
Neutral
10

Biolage

32%
0%
0%
95%
Neutral
11

Vichy

28%
0%
0%
85%
Neutral
12

Oars & Alps

27%
0%
80%
0%
Neutral
13

The Rootist

25%
75%
0%
0%
Neutral
14

Viviscal

22%
65%
0%
0%
Neutral
15

American Crew

22%
0%
65%
0%
Neutral
Domain
Title
LLM
URL
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Openai
The Best Dandruff Shampoos for Flaky Scalps
Openai
Best Men's Shampoo 2025: Kiehl’s to Aveda | British GQ
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8 Best Shampoos for Men of 2025, Tested by Grooming Editors
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Fine, Thin Hair is No Match for This $7 Growth Shampoo That Fills in "Bald Patches" and Thickens Strands, Per Fans
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Openai
7 Best Hair-Thickening Shampoos to Bring Life Back to Flat Strands
Openai
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