BAZAAR Hair Awards 2019: Best Shampoos

Based on the centuries-old remedy of Amazonian women, Rahua is fortified with a potent restorative oil of the same name. This organic shampoo deeply nourishes scalp and hair follicles. It contains healing quinoa, coconut and shea butters to gently remove oil and impurities without stripping away necessary nutrients. Classic Shampoo, $50, Rahua

Meet the wash-and-go volume booster that doesn’t just purify the scalp and make hair appear fuller, it also prevents loss and encourages growth with ingredients like ginger root and gingko biloba extract. Hair Fall Control Shampoo, $38, Verdure

Stretch out the time between your colour appointments with this shampoo that refreshes and revives hair with copper, auburn, copper brown, copper rose and rose gold tones. Plus, it’s vegan and free of sulphates, silicones and parabens. Infuse My. Colour Copper Wash Shampoo, $33, My. Haircare

Taming frizz, increasing shine and helping to seal cuticles, this multi-tasker works on waves and curls with a wheat protein and organic aloe blend that expands when hair is wet and retracts when dry—so you can expect good definition and bounce. Be Curly Shampoo, $47, Aveda

Transform weakened hair that’s prone to breakage with this delicate daily treatment that doesn’t merely leave strands soft to the touch, but also boosts resilience and elasticity, while rebuilding hair fibre. Résistance Bain Extentioniste, $39, Kérastase

A sensitive scalp is usually one that is out of balance. Target the root of the problem with a calming cleanser that gently sweeps away dirt and oil without stripping moisture. This ultra-gentle, pH neutral formula is enriched with anti-inflammatory lime blossom extract to soothe and alleviate any itchiness or irritation. Sensitive Foam Shampoo, $30, Goldwell Dualsenses

Minimise flakes in a wash with a cocktail of premium Korean medicinal herbs such as camellia oil, bamboo sap and chestnut shell, which soothe the scalp, alleviate dryness and irritation, and leave strands soft and moisturised. Dandruff Relief Shampoo, $16.90, Ryo

This soaks up excess oil fast and cleanses the scalp to leave hair looking fresh and revitalised even if you haven’t had the time for a shower. The best part: It leaves no residue. No-Fuss Fabulousness Dry Shampoo, $26, Percy & Reed

Having coarse hair means you have thick strands, which tend to be dry and unruly because moisture takes quite a bit longer to penetrate deeply. Reach for this rich, nutritive formula that repairs and strengthens follicles, with jojoba oil to alleviate dryness and lock in moisture. Lecithin Nourishing Shampoo, $19, Mario Badescu

Good hair starts in the shower and this anti-ageing treatment, as its name suggests, renews hair health by protecting hair and scalp with antioxidant-rich spinach extract and maqui berry. Renewing Shampoo, $29.50, Davines

Fine hair has a tendency to go flat and limp. This shampoo promotes hair growth and vitality with ATP and natural Pfaffia extract, while nourishing and boosting shine with microbeads of essential oils. Triphasic Stimulating Shampoo with Essential Oils, $39.90, René Furterer

The zinc-PCA and hydro-lime extract regulate the production of sebum, prevent grease build-up and moisturise the scalp to leave hair feeling clean and light all day long. What does all that mean for you? Peace of mind as oily roots are left behind in the past. Deep Cleansing Shampoo, $30, Goldwell Dualsenses

Repair and rejuvenate dull, damaged hair and split ends with this mix of regenerating Abyssian oil, healing chamomile flower extracts and a host of vitality-boosting vitamins. Lather and leave on for two to three minutes for the goodness to seep in. Dry & Damaged Hair Shampoo, $32, Abyssian

Leaving a fresh, minty feeling, this sweeps away pore-clogging oil and impurities while restoring optimal scalp pH with a cocktail of exfoliating salicylic acid, stimulating copper tripeptide and conditioning agents. Freia Professional Scalp Care Shampoo, $48, Freia Hair Solutions

Thanks to an exclusive technology that effortlessly absorbs sebum and crafts space between each strand for an instant boost when roots go flat, you can say hello to hair that looks and feels freshly washed. Instant Fullness Dry Cleanser, $22, Nioxin