All products featured on Allure are independently selected by our editors.

However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through links in this article.

Is your scalp feeling itchy, flaky, or a mix of both?

Image may contain Bottle Cosmetics and shampoo

Photographed by:Giancarlos Kunhardt;Prop stylist:Andrea Bonin;Props: White Stone courtesy of The Compleat Sculptor, Inc.

But whatreallymakes them better at removing buildup than anyregular shampoo?

In addition, the use of panthenol helps smooth the cuticle as well."

Argan and avocado oils replenish moisture as they cleanse, making them a must for dryer hair.

K18 Peptide Prep Clarifying Detox Shampoo white bottle with white cap on light grey background

Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Husseinsays she lathers up with Dainess Solu Shampoo weekly for its effective yet gentle formula.

We’re also drawn to the heavenly scent of this pick.

Cleansing agents aside, honey extract sweeps in to nourish and plump strands.

Bumble and Bumble Sunday Clarifying Shampoo blue bottle with black cap on light grey background

Our favorite way to use this one is how you might use a hair mask.

deeply clean and baby-soft hair.

Since then, this color-safe formula has proven its power to deep-clean hair.

Moroccanoil Clarifying Shampoo blue bottle with white cap on light grey background

Sturdivant-Drew also notes that this baby will amp up the shine and volume of your hair.

Beyond those hardworking (yet gentle) exfoliants, antioxidant-rich citrus extracts boost moisture, softness, and shine.

“Do you use leave-in hair products likedry shampoo?

Solu Shampoo in branded clear bottle with flip top cap on light gray background

Most importantly, does your hair feel dull, limp, heavy, or dirty after washing it?

If so, then it’s time to clarify,” says Lawless.

Those withcolor-treated hairshould be extra careful with clarifying shampoos.

Pattern Cleansing Shampoo white bottle with yellow top on light grey background

Many formulas can change your colorespecially deposited colorso Lawless suggests clarifying if neededbeforegetting a dye job.

Who should use clarifying shampoos?

How often should you use a clarifying shampoo?

Kenra Clarifying Shampoo light gray bottle with turquoise blob on it with black cap on light gray background

Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, fragrance, and packaging.

For more on what’s involved in our reporting, check out our completereviews process and methodology page.

Our staff and testers

A beauty product is a personal purchase.

Drybar On the Rocks Clarifying Charcoal Shampoo dark blue bottle with black label and silver top on light grey background

Olaplex No.4C Bond Maintenance Clarifying Shampoo blue bottle with white top on light grey background

Paul Mitchell Shampoo Two white bottle with blue cap on light grey background

Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo white bottle with white cap on light grey background

Scalp Detox Jelly Cleanser in branded blue tube with applicator tip on light gray background