does it make a difference which shampoo you use?

[ruthless29]

Its soooo confusing... there are so many choices and some of them are really really expensive. does it make a difference which one to use?
I have dry and damaged hair... and i want the shininess...

And i've been told not to buy the 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner cause its not good for the hair. is that true as well?

typically looking at something inexpensive... less than $5 each

:cheesygri

[GaspeLisa]

It definately makes a difference in what you use for your hair type.
I really like Fructis (sp?) Long and strong. Its got split end protection, and it protects when I heat style.
I am also a big fan of Herbal Essences. The pink bottle. Its for permed or colored hair works VERY well.
Both are nice and shiny ;)
Basically, you'll have to try a bunch, to find what works for you.

[sonick]

I doub't there's a huge difference between all the 'drugstore' shampoo's. The main big diff is going from the 'drugstore' shampoo to 'salon' shampoo's.

Although it's more expensive, its quite worth it. And the prices aren't totally obscene either; ~$20 for a 1l bottle that lasts at least 1/3 a year.

[xiLLeNtz]

wow if you ask me nothing competes with matrix branded hair products, especially their line full of sleek products. never had my hair so soofffttttt and nice eheheh

[somemale]

wow if you ask me nothing competes with matrix branded hair products, especially their line full of sleek products. never had my hair so soofffttttt and nice eheheh

agreed.

[epiphony]

Oh man, 1L lasts me at least a year. Mind you, I do the "wash every second day" thing unless I was getting physical that day or something.

I usually use the drugstore stuff, but everytime I get my hair done it feels ace. I'll probably get some salon stuff next time - too bad there are just so many choices out there, and most hair places will just push their most pricy products. Any suggestions for a caucasian with normal type hair that can sometimes be too frizzy feeling?

[eelfliw]

It makes no diff. I use soap. I shave my head regularly.

[ruthless29]

It makes no diff. I use soap. I shave my head regularly.

doesnt that cause massive dandruff buildup...?

[dmatthew]

that's what i thought as well

[neo_geo]

Not if you have no hair.

[red_roses101]

I hear Pantene has silicon in it, which makes your hair all waxy...that's why it's so shiney. Most shampoos get rid of hair, which is why your hair falls it, don't worry. Btw, I remember along time ago....very long time ago, I had shampoo which smelt like eggs.

[eelfliw]

doesnt that cause massive dandruff buildup...?
Dandruff only comes with hair. No hair = no dandruff.

[newsflash]

No difference between drugstore and salon brand. You just have to experiment and find a shampoo that works for you.

I can't use Fructis because it breaks me out and weighs down my hair. I've tried Redken (sp?), but it's too drying. The only shampoo I can use is Pantene. Me loves the silicon! A lot of stylists are surprise when I tell them I use Pantene because my hair's so healthy.

The reason why 2-in-1 shampoo is bad for you is because it doesn't contain enough conditioner. Conditioner is very important because it helps protect your hair and should be used after every shampoo.

[drucillica]

I hear Pantene has silicon in it, which makes your hair all waxy...that's why it's so shiney. Most shampoos get rid of hair, which is why your hair falls it, don't worry. Btw, I remember along time ago....very long time ago, I had shampoo which smelt like eggs.


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[red_roses101]

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Oh my mistake dru, I meant to say "dead" hair...it gets rid of hair that is dying...so if you think your shampoo is making you bald, it is not, it is removing the dead hair.

[Audiogenic]

Head and Shoulders is detergent.

[CSK'sMom]

Oh my mistake dru, I meant to say "dead" hair...it gets rid of hair that is dying...so if you think your shampoo is making you bald, it is not, it is removing the dead hair.

I hate to tell you, all hair is dead....

To everyone else, generally speaking salon shampoos are better quality. They contain no detergents which drug stores lines can contain. The trick is to find what works for you. If you have chemically treated hair, even just highlights, you probably want to stay away from drug store lines.

The problem with Pantene (or any product that claims to add shine) is indeed the silicone in it. It becomes a problem if it's used regularly over time and you want to have a chemical service performed. The silicone can screw up color services as well as straightening and perming...

[Party Princess]

Its soooo confusing... there are so many choices and some of them are really really expensive. does it make a difference which one to use?
I have dry and damaged hair... and i want the shininess...

And i've been told not to buy the 2 in 1 shampoo and conditioner cause its not good for the hair. is that true as well?

typically looking at something inexpensive... less than $5 each

:cheesygri

What type of hair so you have? Is it thick or thin? Curly or straight? Do you have any concerns that need to be addressed? Dandruff? Oily? Coloured and or chemically treated? Dry?

I can direct you to one that is good for you if you answer the above questions.

BTW, CSK'm mom is right, all hair is technically dead cells. :)

[ruthless29]

What type of hair so you have? Is it thick or thin? Curly or straight? Do you have any concerns that need to be addressed? Dandruff? Oily? Coloured and or chemically treated? Dry?

I can direct you to one that is good for you if you answer the above questions.

BTW, CSK'm mom is right, all hair is technically dead cells. :)

Hair type: Not Colored, Not Oily, very dry, don't think theres dandruff (although my hair does itch occasionally). spiky hair.

thanks for all the responses.
I went out an bought TRESemme (shampoo as well as the conditioner)
Big bottles... apprarently they're used in Salons and it works pretty well
Shoppers has a sale for 4.99$ on each 900 ml bottle and i thought it was an awesome deal

Tried it today, its really good compared to the crap i've been using...

[Steeve Urkel]

I hate to tell you, all hair is dead....

To everyone else, generally speaking salon shampoos are better quality. They contain no detergents which drug stores lines can contain. The trick is to find what works for you. If you have chemically treated hair, even just highlights, you probably want to stay away from drug store lines.

The problem with Pantene (or any product that claims to add shine) is indeed the silicone in it. It becomes a problem if it's used regularly over time and you want to have a chemical service performed. The silicone can screw up color services as well as straightening and perming...

Actually most of the Salon shampoos contain silicone in them as well or at least half the ones I've seen.

Also, many of the salon shampoos are also made with "detergent" or Sodium laureth sulfate (not sure on spelling), some are made with "gentler detergents" like cocamide or coco betaine wich is supposed to be a bit better.

And if you are wondering what all the Frizz Ease and shine drops products are..those clear liquids are almost always Silicone or Dimethicone...unless you are buying Aveda and then I'm not sure what they make their shine products out of but they are all natural.

If you have very dry hair, you can ask your stylist to do a Gloss treatment.
I know Sebastian Colorshines has one in clear and I used to get it done all the time. It is good for frizz and your hair is super shiny for about 1 month.
Not many salons carry it, so it might have to be a special order item.

Another thing is that it is the same companies making the salon products and the drugstore ones- so both are quite good.

Shwartzkopf also makes Dep and Got 2 Be products, their comapny name is ont he packaging if you read it closely.

For a cheap shampoo that is good Suave with coconut is really nice and makes your hair very soft. the berry one is nice too.

I proably have at least 10 different shampoos at home right now and I think the TiGi dumb blonde one is really not that great...Suave is way better.

the best way to try all the hair products is to see if you can get samples from the salon you go to.

Trade secrets and Envirotrends are great for sample sizes and packets also

[epiphony]

Some hair products contain nasty stuff. Before I buy, I usually check out this chick's recommendations.

http://www.cosmeticscop.com/

[gh05t]

I try to stay away from anything that has 'laureth' or 'lauryl' as these are the harsh foamy detergent things that cause your hair and scalp to become dry etc which is why I use Jason's tea tree oil shampoo.

Used to have lots of dandruff and used products like nizoral, denorex and head and shoulders which often burned my scalp even for long periods after rinsing.

As a guy I never tried the salon stuff but I agree with the posters above who say the salon stuff without the harsh detergents are better to use than the detergent containing drugstore brands.

[gordholio]

I don't spend a lot of time thinking about shampoo.
I've found a pretty good one at a good price - Down Under Australian brand (green bottle) and it works pretty well.

[Impact Player]

Head and Shoulders is detergent.
I've been told by a family friend who runs her own salon that Head & Shoulders is the worst shampoo a person could use.

[raptorfan]

Shampoo & conditioner is one place where i will spend a few bucks. I have colour treated, chemically relaxed, dry, coarse hair (ugh!) and I'm of "mixed" background. After trying LOTS of brands, I love Biolage ultra hydrating line. It leaves my hair super soft & shiny, I've actually had comments on how nice my hair was (which never happened in the past). I buy it at First Choice when they have a sale, seems to be the cheapest. I can't use any of the store bought stuff, has to be salon. Not that I'm snobby, it's just it has never worked for me.

[tomgyrll]

Jason's tea tree oil shampoo

I use the Nature's Gate tea tree oil one and LOVE it - I hate the idea of soaking my head in all those horrific chemicals found in many shampoos. There's coupons online for $2 off Jason's shampoo, BTW - http://www.thehealthyshopper.ca/products.asp?categoryid=99.

But I don't use an organic conditioner as I haven't found one that works - Pantene is best (it's the gylcerine!); Aussie Moist not bad. The Bert's Bees avocado and something hair goo in a tube (forget what they call it but it's like an organic VO5) is good for very dry hair but $15-17 a tube. Lasts a long time, tho, as you use so little.

I had one of those Gloss conditionings when I had my hair cut yesterday - it was regular $17, intro special of $5 - and it was great, very effective and worth the money.

[alysomji]

I don't spend a lot of time thinking about shampoo.
I've found a pretty good one at a good price - Down Under Australian brand (green bottle) and it works pretty well.

Same here. I use their shampoo and conditioner "for all hair types." No issues so far.