The best shampoo in Australia, ranked.
Shampoo is the foundation of a hair routine — and the most under-invested category. Three shampoos tested for four weeks across three hair types.
| Rank | Product | Best for | Score | Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance ShampooOlaplex · Shampoo | Best overall | 9.0/10 | AU$54 | Adore Beauty → |
| 02 | Kevin Murphy Angel WashKevin Murphy · Shampoo | Best for fine hair | 9.0/10 | AU$52 | Adore Beauty → |
| 03 | TRESemmé Keratin Smooth ShampooTRESemmé · Shampoo | Best under $15 | 8.4/10 | AU$12 | Chemist Warehouse → |
Olaplex No. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Olaplex No. 4 is the bond-maintenance shampoo for anyone who colours, heat-styles, or damages their hair (i.e. most people). Sulfate-free, maintains the work of Olaplex No. 3, lathers surprisingly well for a bond shampoo.
The Ranking
From 5 testedNo. 4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Bond-building sulfate-free shampoo. Maintains the work of No. 3. Good for damaged, coloured, or heat-stressed hair.
Angel Wash
Aussie-founded volumising shampoo for fine hair. Weightless cleanse, no residue, celebrity-favourite.
Keratin Smooth Shampoo
The $12 keratin-infused shampoo that smooths and de-frizzes without residue. Australian shelf default.
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Common questions
How often should I wash my hair?
2–3 times a week for most hair types. Daily washing strips natural oils. Dry shampoo between washes.
Sulfate-free shampoo — does it matter?
For coloured or damaged hair, yes — sulfates strip colour and exacerbate damage. For healthy virgin hair, less critical.
Do I need shampoo and conditioner from the same brand?
No. Mixing brands is fine. Match by hair-type need, not by brand.
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