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Volume and shine don’t have to cost a fortune.
Byrdie / Brian Kopinski
Many formulas weigh strands down, create buildup, or make hair look greasy.
The right shampoo can helpnourish, strengthen, andthickenyour hair.
Some even promote newhair growthwith ingredients likebiotinandcollagen.
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“For a drugstore-brand shampoo for fine hair, I definitely love OGX Biotin & Collagen Shampoo.
We just wish it lathered a bit more intensely.
The brand continues to impress with new formulas like its watermelon-infused Plumping Treat line.
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Mielle’s Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo will deliver the TLC your hair needs.
A deep-cleansing clarifying shampoo, it killsdandruff-causingbacteria and nourishes your hair while stimulating the scalp.
Moisturized hair with enhanced elasticity that looks healthy and visibly fuller.
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Infused with rosemary extract, L’Oreal Paris Ever Strong helps prevent breakage by fortifying fine, fragile hair.
We just wish the dispenser didn’t clog so easily.
And when your scalp is healthy, your hair has a better chance of growing long and strong.
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It does have a strong scent (think tropical island), but we don’t mind it.
This shampoo contains natural hemp seed oil which can help thicken hair while stimulating new growth.
But what really stands out to us is its mouth-watering pineapple and honeydew scent.
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We do wish it didn’t contain sulfates though.
Reviewers love that it boosted shine and even helped refresh faded highlights.
The short ingredient list also contains collagen which bolsters weak strands.
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It’s free of common preservatives that can irritate sensitive scalps but may weigh down oily hair.
You’ll also want to look for lightweight products so they don’t weigh down fine hair.
We suggest avoiding products for smoothing hair, as they’re usually geared toward coarser hair types.
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Some of thebest hair growth shampooscontain biotin as an active ingredient.
The B vitamin can make your hair look instantly thicker and healthier without weighing it down.
You’ll often see formulas with bamboo fibers, which add density while strengthening the hair shafts.
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Then there’s collagen, wheat, and other natural proteins that help plump and lift fine strands.
Using a volumizing or strengthening shampoo is a good way to add thickness and volume.
Avoid overly heavy conditioners and shampoos designed to add sleekness to hair.
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As with any beauty product, drugstore shampoos do eventually expire.
Generally speaking, shampoos have a shelf life of anywhere from 12 to 18 months.
It depends if you have an oily or dry scalp.
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Her drugstore go-tos include OGX Extra Strength Biotin & Collagen, Head & Shoulders, and Avalon Organics.
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