We know how tough it can be trying to find the perfect conditioner to suit your hair, whether it's frizzy, fine, colour treated, or curly, we’ve compiled a list of the 25 best conditioners of 2023. We’re sure that you’ll find something to suit your healthy hair needs here, and maybe even learn a few things about what your hair requires to really thrive!
Blu Atlas is our best conditioner for 2023! We know how tricky it can be searching for the best conditioner to suit your hair, but we think you’ll love Blu Atlas.
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First off, let’s look at what makes this the best conditioner of 2023. Made with premium ingredients such as argan oil, barley protein, avocado oil, and more, this conditioner moisturises hair targeting frizziness, dryness, and breakage. With Blu Atlas, you can rest assured knowing the ingredients in this conditioner are derived from natural sources such as plants, fruits, and minerals.
Argan oil is one of the key ingredients in this product. It is packed with vitamin E which repairs damaged hair and restores it to a smooth state. Meanwhile, the white tea extract helps to condition and moisturise your hair whilst providing nourishment to your scalp and roots. This extract serves as a powerful antioxidant and supports anti-aging. If hair growth is a goal for you, look no further! The barley protein contained in this product will do just that. It promotes hair growth while leaving your hair feeling smooth and soft.
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If treating your hair with a clean conditioner is important to you, this conditioner is your best bet. Free from synthetic dyes, nasty phthalates, and parabens, using Blu Atlas’ conditioner will restore the shine in your hair, help repair damage, and soothe your scalp leaving your hair and head feeling great! To top it off, the Blu Atlas Conditioner is vegan, cruelty-free, and preservative-free.
As you can see, there are a lot of clean ingredients that make this a high-quality conditioner for all hair types, this is why we’ve voted this as the best conditioner of 2023. If you are in the market for a new conditioner, definitely give this one a whirl!
2. Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner
The best-selling Olaplex No.5 Maintenance Conditioner is our second pick for the best conditioners of 2023. Olaplex No.5 works by relinking broken bonds in your hair, repairing split ends, and reducing frizziness.
Olaplex recommends leaving this conditioner in your hair for 3 minutes before rinsing to ensure your hair receives maximum coverage and protection. You’ll notice a difference in your hair after the first wash, having stronger healthier hair that doesn’t weigh you down. Perfect for all hair types with its colour-safe formula, we strongly suggest you give this conditioner a try!
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3. Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner
Awarded Allure’s 2022 Best of Beauty award is Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner. This conditioner boasts a 100% vegan formula packed with antioxidants that work to repair the breakage in your hair. Although you will notice a difference after just one use of this conditioner, the strength of your hair will continue to build leaving it healthier than before.
Another reason we love this conditioner is for its wonderful scent; peach and raspberry with water flowers. Once again, this conditioner is safe to use on coloured hair with its patented Antifade Complex. For best results, apply the product to the most damaged parts of your hair, the ends, and the midsection where breakage is most likely to occur. If you love this conditioner as much as we do, Pureology offers an auto-replenish option where you can save money on each bottle!
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4. Redken Extreme Conditioner
Redken’s extreme conditioner is a great option if you are wanting to strengthen your hair. Made with amino acids and arginine, this conditioner targets damage at the root, the ends, and the core of each strand to ensure you’re left with healthy fortified hair.
This conditioner will help your hair become more resilient to future breakage from dryness as it moisturises and leaves a smooth and supple finish. To ensure the health of your hair, citric acid has been added to balance the pH so you can enjoy strong, conditioned hair with peace of mind.
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5. Biolage Ultra HydraSource Conditioning Balm
This one is for all our friends who suffer from particularly dry hair, Biolage’s Ultra HydraSource Conditioning Balm was specifically created for those with coarse, dry hair as it restores a healthy moisture balance throughout, leaving you with beautiful, smooth locks.
Biolage’s conditioner is cruelty-free, vegan, and is delivered in a 100% recycled bottle. For those who have colour-treated hair, this conditioner is made without parabens, which would do more damage. The aloe plant included in this conditioner helps to hydrate and deeply condition your hair to protect it from further breakage and damage. This conditioner is a great option to achieve hydrated, healthy-looking hair.
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6. BondiBoost Rapid Repair Strengthening Conditioner
Does your hair become brittle and damaged on the ends? BondiBoosts Rapid Repair conditioner supports healthier hair through its deeply moisturising and hydrating formula.
This conditioner works to repair the damage by sealing the cuticles of each strand to diminish split ends and eliminate that brittle look and feel. The product also utilises a chamomile extract to nourish and strengthen hair, which is amplified by macadamia nut oil, a fatty acid-dense product that will leave your hair feeling further nourished and deeply conditioned. To top it off, BondiBoosts conditioner includes a substance called panthenol which increases your hair's elasticity to prevent breakage in the future.
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7. Ethique The Guardian™ Nourishing Solid Conditioner Bar
This unique conditioner comes in the form of a bar, similar to soap but designed specifically for nourishing your hair! Ethique’s The Guardian Nourishing conditioner bar is perfect to reduce frizz and dryness. The best way to use this bar is to cover it with water, then lather the conditioner into your hands and massage it into your hair.
This bar will not create the typical suds you’re used to but you will lather this throughout your hair to ensure an even spread. Made with fair trade cocoa butter and infused with coconut oil, the conditioning bar will deeply moisturise and add a layer of protection to your hair. You will be happy with your soft, luxurious locks after using this conditioner. Plus, the zesty, citrus fragrance will leave you wanting to condition more often!
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Although you may not be used to conditioner in this form, we’re sure you’ll be converted after just one use. And one of our favourite parts is; The Guardian conditioner may also be used as an in-shower moisturiser or for your shaving needs.
8. Wella Fusionplex Conditioner
Wella FUSIONPLEX Intense Repair conditioner was designed as a fast-acting protection against breakage and damaged hair. If you experience hair that becomes easily tangled and damaged as you try to comb through it, look no further!
Wellas FUSIONPLEX conditioner works at the macro and micro level to recover hair fibre and utilises silk amino acids to create a smooth finish and easy detangling. One of our favourite things about this conditioner is the fact that you can use it as a daily treatment to support strong hair and prevent future breakage. With this conditioner, Wella also recommends towel drying after shampooing and before conditioning and leaving the conditioner in for 30 seconds before rinsing for the best results.
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9. Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture Conditioner
Our number 9 pick for the best conditioners of 2023 is Alterna’s Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture conditioner. This conditioner was given Rank & Styles’ Best of 2019 award and just like the name suggests, the product includes a caviar extract, packed with minerals, vitamins, and Omega fatty acids used to reduce the effects of chemically or naturally aged hair.
The mission of this conditioner is to leave you with smooth, soft, and shiny hair, restoring a moisture balance that provides strength and resilience against further damage. One of the best things about this conditioner is its thermal protection for temperatures up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit or 230 degrees Celsius.
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For all our friends who love to style their hair but want to avoid the damaging side effects, this conditioner is meant just for you! You can now maintain smooth, strong, and healthy-looking hair while styling it for your day-to-day look or for special events.
10. Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Lavender Mint Moisturizing Conditioner
Ranked the number 10 conditioner for 2023 is the Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Lavender Mint Moisturising conditioner. Infused with delightful and relaxing lavender, this conditioner will bring calm to your head and mind whilst the mint will leave you feeling fresh and alive.
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We think the added tea tree is a real highlight of this conditioner. Tea tree supports healthier hair as it prevents the buildup of dead skin on the scalp and reduces the effects of dandruff, allowing your hair to continue to grow and remain hydrated.
Although this conditioner will suit all hair types, it is best for dry and brittle hair. The ingredients included in this product are meant to deeply condition and hydrate. In addition to the results you will see from using this conditioner, we think you’ll love the scent and fresh feeling after each wash, as well. Paul Mitchell is paraben-free, gluten-free, and vegan. Plus, it is safe to use on colour treated hair. All that to say, this conditioner is definitely worth giving a go!
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11. Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner
As the name suggests, this conditioner is for those who want to repair and protect their damaged hair. Joico highlights the ability for users to apply the conditioner every day to strengthen and moisturise hair, as well as protect it from potential damage.
Joico states that the benefits of this conditioner include, stronger hair, maintaining dyed hair colour vibrancy, and 80% less breakage that primarily occurs as a result of styling using heat. Arginine is a key ingredient included in this conditioner, which works to repair hair bonds and encourage their renewal. The Moringa seed oil enriches the hair with antioxidants and vitamins to hydrate the hair and bring softness and shine.
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12. Verb Hydrating Conditioner
At number 12 on our list is the Verb Hydrating conditioner. This formula contains key ingredients such as argan oil, pro-vitamin B5, meadowfoam seed oil, and sunflower seed extract. Each of these ingredients works in various ways to leave your hair feeling hydrated and fresh.
Argan oil works by penetrating hair at the root, creating shine, and releasing antioxidants that strengthen the hair. The sunflower seed extract is particularly important for those with coloured hair as the fatty acids provide UV protection and nourish the hair from natural and chemical damage. The pro-vitamin B5 is said to encourage natural volume and vibrancy to your hair, whilst the meadowfoam seed oil is essential to strengthening and rejuvenating, leaving users with light, smooth hair.
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13. Living Proof Restore Conditioner
Looking for smoother, stronger hair? This conditioner might be what you’re after. Living Proof Restore conditioner aims to do just that, restore your hair to the healthy, strong, and soft locks you’re longing for.
This conditioner is suitable for all types of hair, including chemically treated or colour-treated hair. It is also a great pick if you want to avoid the harmful ingredients often found in hair products, as it is proudly silicone-free, phthalate-free, paraben-free, sulphate-free, formaldehyde-free, PETA-certified cruelty-free, and 100% vegan.
With the Living Proof Restore conditioner, you get to enjoy the benefits of rejuvenated and smooth hair with a clear conscience. The best results come as the conditioner fortifies the weak hair to reverse damage and static frizz. Your hair will be left feeling smooth and detangled. Plus, this conditioner protects against further damage and breakage caused by environmental factors and thermal applications. Living Proof recommends applying their shampoo first for best results.
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14. Amika the Kure Bond Repair Conditioner for Damaged Hair
Amika’s the Kure Bond Repair conditioner is for those who are worried about the state of their hair when it comes to breakage. It contains a unique ingredient; sea buckthorn. This ingredient is found in abundance and is wonderful for use on damaged hair as it provides essential vitamins C and A and is high in omega 7 (a fatty acid) and antioxidants.
This product is like a super fruit for your hair! The nutrients work to create a recipe that targets hair bonds to repair and strengthen them. When used in conjunction with Amika’s the Kure Bond repair shampoo, the Amika brand offers strong claims that this conditioner will double the strength of your hair, multiply the repairs by seven, and prevent future breakage by up to 55%. Bring your hair back with this deeply hydrating conditioner!
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15. L’ANZA Keratin Healing Oil Lustrous Conditioner
The L’ANZA Keratin Healing Oil Lustrous Conditioner is one that will leave your hair soft and lustrous just as you’d expect. The results of this conditioner will make detangling an easy job which will reduce the risk of breakage as you comb. L’ANZA has a range of Keratin Healing Oil products that also pair well, providing hydration and moisture to create stronger, more luxurious hair.
16. Matrix Total Results Mega Sleek Conditioner
If, despite your best efforts, your hair always seems to end up frizzy, we suggest you give this conditioner a try. Made with shea butter for smoothness and moisture, the Matrix Total Results Mega Sleek conditioner is made to help you resist the effects of humidity and manage frizz. Although this conditioner is suitable for all hair types, unruly, coarse, and wild hair will benefit the most from this one.
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17. Sebastian Dark Oil Lightweight Conditioner
This product is a good option for those who are seeking a professional finish look. The Sebastian Dark Oil Lightweight conditioner is infused with both argan oil and jojoba. Jojoba oil will moisturise your scalp and hair to prevent breakage and split ends while reducing dandruff on the scalp.
Argan oil is well known to make hair silkier and softer. This blend of oils works together as a healthy remedy that smells incredible but remains lightweight, creating natural body and volume. Thankfully, this conditioner is suitable for all hair types. Try it out after a quick towel dry to reduce the water excess. We’re positive you won't be disappointed with the results!
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18. Briogeo Destined For Destiny Peptide Conditioner for Thicker, Fuller Hair
This conditioner is another unique blend of ingredients that is sure to strengthen and nourish your hair and scalp. The energy complex contained in Briogeo’s Destined for Destiny Peptide conditioner works at the root of the hair by stimulating growth and supplying antioxidants to fortify the hair and follicle.
Biotin is a key ingredient in this formula that brings nourishment and elasticity to the hair to reduce the chances of breakage. The Destiny Peptide conditioner also contains copper peptides, one of the more unique ingredients in this product. This is added to support hair growth throughout its life cycle, ensuring that your hair remains healthy and strong over the long haul.
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This conditioner is suitable for all hair types and contains none of the harsh sulphates or artificial dyes, and no phthalates, parabens, or silicone. Briogeo has created an effective conditioner that is gluten-free, cruelty-free, and vegan.
19. dae Monsoon Moisture Hydrating Conditioner
Dae Monsoon Moisture Hydrating conditioner presents a rich and creamy recipe that brings moisture back to even the driest of hair. We know how easily hair can become brittle and dry with strands breaking and splitting. As the conditioner hydrates your hair and restores a healthy moisture balance, the frizz and split ends are smoothed out, reducing breakage and making it easy to detangle.
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One of the highlights of this conditioner is the ‘desert after rain’ fragrance that leaves you feeling fresh with stronger healthier hair. Made with natural colours and recyclable packaging, the Dae Monsoon Moisture Hydrating shampoo is 100% cruelty-free and vegan. Leave this conditioner in your hair for 1-2 minutes then rinse well for best results.
20. Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Conditioner
Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore conditioner is designed to bring your hair back to its youthful state by moisturising and repairing the cuticles to create ultra-soft and flowy hair. The added moisture is sealed in to restore the previous strength of each hair strand and prevent and protect against future damage.
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The key ingredients in this product include maracuja, argan, and cypress. These form a conditioner that creates soft, smooth, uncomplicated hair, that will also smooth out split ends and reduce their occurrence. The Mediterranean cypress extract deeply hydrates for long-lasting restoration and repair. Meanwhile, argan oil gives your hair that professional shine with smoothness and ease in detangling.
To top it off, the signature combination of watermelon, edelweiss flower, and lychee provides nutrients rich in antioxidants and keratin to protect against the natural wear and tear caused by the environment. Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore conditioner is safe to use on all hair types, so this one is a keeper!
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21. Gisou Honey Infused Conditioner
Gisou Honey Infused conditioner is perfect for those who want smooth hair without all the chemicals. Gisou works with the Mirsalehi Bee Garden to source their honey, which is infused with their conditioner to thoroughly hydrate hair. The effects of this conditioner will leave your hair easy to detangle and manage day after day.
The honey is high in essential amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants which combine to repair and protect your hair, from fraying bottoms right to the root. One of the benefits of this conditioner is the weightless feeling your hair will have after using it - the honey nourishes but remains lightweight on your head.
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It is recommended that you leave this conditioner on for 1-2 minutes before rinsing thoroughly. For those who prefer to have some conditioner left in, Gisou also makes a similar Honey Infused Leave-In conditioner that should do the trick!
22. adwoa beauty Melonberry Hair Milk Leave-In Conditioner
The Adwoa Beauty Melonberry Hair Milk Leave-In conditioner is crafted using a proprietary melon-berry blend sourced from the Kalahari melon plant in South Africa. This ingredient was specifically selected for its excellent hydrating and conditioning properties; with 70% essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and naturally occurring vitamin E.
One of the reasons we love this conditioner is because of the sustainable harvesting practices associated with this plant. The raspberry seed oil and strawberry seed oil include antibacterial properties that reduce inflammation and allow hair cells to retain moisture for longer whilst reducing damage from the sun and promoting hair growth.
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Although this product is suitable for all hair types, it will have the best results if you have fine or curly hair. Use this conditioner on damp or dry hair and lather in as desired. This is a multi-function conditioner that you can use as a day-to-day moisturiser, a leave-in conditioner, a refresher for your hair, or a styler for fine hair; the choice is yours!
23. The Ordinary Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner
The Ordinary brand is best known for their skincare products after gaining popularity on social media apps, and we think their Behentrimonium Chloride 2% conditioner is well worth your time too! Unlike other conditioners and hair products, this conditioner doesn’t use any fragrances or added oils, avoiding unnecessary chemicals on your hair while leaving you with a smooth and lightweight finish.
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24. Molton Brown Volumising Conditioner with Nettle
If you’re worried about weighing your hair down and not achieving the volume you’re looking for, you can rest easy with the Molton Brown Volumising conditioner with nettle. The nettle infused in this conditioner works to encourage healthier hair growth and boosts the volume of your hair. Particularly good for fine hair, the nettle is sustainably sourced and grown using hydroponic systems in London.
Molton Brown’s conditioner is best used when lathered into damp hair on the ends and mid-lengths, left for 2-3 minutes then gently rinsed out. You have peace of mind with this product as it is cruelty-free and vegan. Reap the benefits of smooth, shiny, weightless hair when you try Molton Brown’s Volumising conditioner!
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25. Chloe Zara Hair Silk Hair Condition
Blessed with the beautiful combination of sandalwood, pineapple, fig, and saffron fragrance, the Chloe Zara Hair Silk conditioner is sure to be a favourite. It is designed for frizzy, damaged hair but is suited to all hair types and scalp conditions.
The coconut oil, mulberry and hibiscus flower, and jojoba esters work thoroughly to restore moisture and strengthen and nourish hair to create a soft, clean, smooth finish; taming all those flyaway strands. After removing excess water, gently lather evenly throughout your hair and leave it in for 3 minutes to allow the hair to absorb the goodness, then rinse thoroughly and let dry.
