10 Clarifying Hair Products That Will Make Your Strands Feel Gunk-Free

This shampoo from Frédéric Fekkai, frequently used on customers at brand's salons, is made with apple cider vinegar for really penetrating hair follicles and stripping them of buildup, without stripping them of all moisture in the process. The miracle formula, which stands out among shelves for its bright yellow-green hue, is also infused with pear, leaving behind a fresh, fruity scent.

Fekkai Apple Cider Shampoo ($18)

Developing a good hair scrub is no easy feat as it needs to be gritty enough to strip away grime, but fluid enough as to not clump up and get stuck in the process. We’re happy to report this new addition to the L’Oréal hair care family gets it right, with a no-fuss formula that stimulates and cleanses the scalp and rinses out easily.

L’Oréal EverFresh Micro-Exfoliating Scrub ($10)

This anti-residue shampoo from Neutrogena is gentle enough that you can use it fairly regularly, yet powerful enough that you should really only need to suds up once a week. Keep it in your shower for a clean start after a long, and especially active, weekend.

Neutrogena Anti-Residue Shampoo ($5)

This cleanser from Shea Moisture, specially formulated for wavy and curly hair, is like a detoxifying smoothie for your strands. It contains activated charcoal (known for its deep-cleansing capabilities), along with ginger and mint for a truly freshening experience.

Shea Moisture African Water Mint & Ginger Detox Hair & Scalp Gentle Shampoo ($12)

This botanical-derived shampoo from Selsun Blue contains salicylic acid (often found in anti-acne products) for helping to cure dandruff and calm itchiness, but boasts the added benefit of leaving you feeling squeaky clean. Add to that bouncy. You won’t be able to stop running your hands through your hair after using it.

Selsun Blue Naturals Dry Scalp Shampoo ($7)

Like with the Fekkai shampoo, apple cider vinegar is the hero ingredient in this rinse from Cantu. The paraben-free formula (it looks like it belongs in your kitchen cabinet) also contains tea tree oil for additional cleansing benefits, along with shea butter for restoring moisture.

Cantu Apple Cider Vinegar Root Rinse ($6)

Charcoal, derived from coconut shells, is the key to this paraben-, sulfate- and gluten-free cleanser from Hask. Just work a small lather into hair, concentrating at the roots, and rinse all of those impurities from everyday exposure away. Lemon and grapefruit oils also give it a citrusy kick (the scent lingers for hours).

Hask Charcoal Clarifying Shampoo ($6)

This scrub from Christophe Robin is gentle enough for those with sensitive scalps, yet tough enough to rid roots of excessive oil and sebum. The brand recommends applying a teaspoon of the sea salt-based formula to damp hair (massaging the scalp lightly) before rinsing thoroughly. Not only is the massaging motion incredibly relaxing, but we saw immediate results.

Christophe Robin Cleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt ($53)

Take a day off from buildup (read: pollutants) and let this clarifying pick from Bumble & Bumble do the work for you. We recommend incorporating it into your Sunday night beauty ritual. The brand suggests applying it before applying heavier masks or treatments and skipping it if you have dyed hair.

Bumble & Bumble Sunday Shampoo ($25)

Last, but certainly not least, this exfoliating shampoo from Phyto is designed to combat dandruff and excessive oils, while restoring the health of your hair. After one use, we felt like we’d taken a serious weight off our shoulders as we found our hair feeling bouncy and appearing flake-free.

Phyto Phytheol Oily Hair Scalp Exfoliating Shampoo ($26)