damaged hair 4 Shampoos Your Damaged Hair Needs

If you have damaged hair 一 we’re talking breakage, split ends and dryness 一 then you know just how frustrating it can be to manage. Your blowouts might lack smoothness, your hair probably lacks luster and shine, and you might even be dealing with frizz as a result of breakage. 

Chances are, you’ve turned to a hydrating conditioner or a hair mask specifically formulated for your damaged strands in the hopes that they might provide some repair. But if you’re not taking your shampoo choice into consideration, you’re missing out on an important way to keep your hair looking and feeling great. 

There are shampoo formulas designed to care for damaged hair, and we’re sharing our best ones, ahead. 

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo

Hair is made of keratin, a protein that is also found in our skin and nails. When the strands are damaged, opting for formulas that include protein can help strengthen the hair. This repairing formula contains a protein complex that works to strengthen the hair while also making it shinier, smoother, softer and easier to manage. 

To yield the most benefits from this shampoo, use it in combination with the other products in the collection, including the L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Conditioner, and the L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Damage Erasing Balm Rinse-Out Mask. 

When your mane is in need of extra nourishment and care, apply the hair mask to wet hair and let it sit for five minutes. It’s formulated with protein and almond oil to hydrate the hair and repair up to a year of damage. You can incorporate the L’Oréal Paris Elvive Total Repair 5 Protein Recharge Leave-In Conditioner Treatment into your routine for added reinforcement against aggressors and for heat styling protection.

L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths Restoring Shampoo for Long, Damaged Hair

If you’re experiencing breakage as a result of growing your hair out and skipping consistent trims, this is the shampoo for you. It’s formulated with castor oil and vitamins to nourish and condition your hair, making it smoother and easier to work with. Plus, it works its magic without weighing down the hair, which is key for long hair that may already be heavy. 

For the best results, follow up with the L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths Conditioner for Long, Damaged Hair and the L’Oréal Paris Elvive Dream Lengths No Haircut Cream Leave In Conditioner which is formulated with castor oil and vitamins B3 and B5 to help seal split ends and reduce breakage. 

L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Bond Strengthening Color Care Shampoo

Designed specifically to care for damaged hair, this shampoo works to strengthen the hair from the inside out by reinforcing weak hair bonds. When used in combination with the L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Bond Strengthening Conditioner, it helps repair the hair fibers' weak bonds in just six uses. Plus, it makes the hair look and feel soft while protecting it from future damage. 

L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Repair & Defend Shampoo

Hair breakage and damage often occurs as a result of coloring. This shampoo that contains goji makes the hair up to three times stronger while shielding it against damage and factors that could mess with your hair color, like sunlight and heat.  

After shampooing, condition with the L’Oréal Paris EverPure Sulfate-Free Repair and Defend Conditioner to strengthen and condition fragile hair while protecting against environmental stressors. 

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Written by: Alyssa Kaplan, Photo Design: Sarah Duvivier