Best Plum shampoo for your hair concern
The best Plum shampoo depends on what your hair needs. For dry, rough hair that needs softness and shine, choose Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo. For dandruff and an itchy or oily scalp, choose Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo. Plum also makes Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo for dry, damaged hair and the sulphate-free Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo for frizz. All four are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.
- Best for soft, shiny hair: Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo. Softens hair from inside out, nourishes dry hair and strengthens the cuticle. Suits all hair types.
- Best for dandruff-prone hair: Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo. Clinically proven to deliver up to 72 hours of dandruff-free comfort and frizz control.
- Best for dry and damaged hair: Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo. Hydrates and conditions, improves hair structure and prevents split ends.
- Best for frizzy, curly and wavy hair: Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo. Sulphate-free and curl-friendly; reduces frizz, retains moisture and reduces hair breakage.
Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo for soft, shiny hair
Plum Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo is a creamy, nourishing shampoo for dull, dry and rough hair. Coconut milk restores moisture and peptides help strengthen hair and smoothen strands, giving 22x softer hair in one wash (based on an in-vitro study) without weighing hair down. It is pH balanced, paraben-free and suits all hair types. For a complete wash routine, pair it with the conditioner in the Coconut & Peptides Soft Hair Duo.
Anti-dandruff shampoo for dandruff-prone hair and oily scalp
Plum Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo is a clarifying anti-dandruff shampoo that is gentle on the scalp and tough on flakes. 0.5% salicylic acid gently exfoliates scalp buildup and loosens flakes, piroctone olamine fights dandruff-causing microbes, and volcanic minerals purify the scalp and calm irritation. Prebiotics support a healthy scalp barrier, while an amino acid blend strengthens hair and smoothens the cuticle to reduce frizz and breakage. It suits all hair types, including an oily scalp. See all anti-dandruff products.
Shampoo for dry and damaged hair
Plum Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo is made for dull, dry and damaged hair. Hibiscus extract conditions and hydrates hair and prevents split ends, while plant ceramides smoothen strands and keep hair healthy. The creamy formula improves hair structure and hydration with regular use.
Sulphate-free shampoo for frizzy, curly and wavy hair
Plum Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo is a sulphate-free, curl-friendly shampoo that gently cleanses while smoothing hair. Avocado oil controls frizz and prevents dryness, argan oil retains moisture, and aloe vera moisturises and conditions hair. It reduces frizz and hair breakage and suits all hair types.
How to choose the right Plum shampoo
- Dry, rough or dull hair: Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo.
- Dandruff, flakes or an itchy, oily scalp: Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo.
- Damaged hair and split ends: Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo.
- Frizz, curls and waves, or a sulphate-free wash: Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo.
- Hair that breaks easily: Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo strengthens the cuticle, and Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo reduces hair breakage.
How to use Plum shampoo
- Start with thoroughly wet hair.
- Take 2-3 pumps, depending on your hair length and thickness.
- Massage gently into the scalp and hair to create a rich lather, then rinse thoroughly.
- Follow with a conditioner or hair mask for best results.
Shampoo guides from the Plum blog
- Frizz, dryness or dandruff: choose the right shampoo for your hair
- How to choose the best anti-dandruff shampoo
- Dandruff vs. dry scalp: how to tell which one you have
- Coconut milk for hair: benefits and tips
- How to wash your hair properly
- Frizzy hair treatment guide
- Shampoo for hair fall: what works and what is marketing
Frequently asked questions
Which Plum shampoo is best?
It depends on your hair concern. Choose Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo for dry, rough hair that needs softness and shine, Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo for dandruff, Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo for dry, damaged hair, and Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo for frizz.
Is Plum shampoo good for hair?
Yes, when you match it to your hair concern. Each Plum shampoo is made for a specific need, such as softness, dandruff, damage or frizz, and all four are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.
Is Plum shampoo sulphate-free?
Plum Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo is sulphate-free. The Coconut Milk & Peptides, Hibiscus & Ceramides and Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid shampoos use SLES (sodium laureth sulphate) for cleansing.
Which Plum shampoo is best for dandruff?
Plum Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo. It is clinically proven to deliver up to 72 hours of dandruff-free comfort and frizz control, with salicylic acid to exfoliate scalp buildup and piroctone olamine to fight dandruff-causing microbes.
Which Plum shampoo is best for dry and frizzy hair?
For dry, rough hair, choose Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo, which restores moisture and softens hair. For frizz, choose the sulphate-free Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo, which reduces frizz and retains moisture.
Which Plum shampoo is best for damaged hair?
Plum Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo. It is made for dry and damaged hair: it hydrates and conditions, improves hair structure and prevents split ends.
Which Plum shampoo is best for an oily scalp?
Plum Volcanic Minerals & 0.5% Salicylic Acid Shampoo. It is a clarifying shampoo that exfoliates scalp buildup and clears clogged follicles without drying out hair.
Which Plum shampoo is best for hair that breaks easily?
Coconut Milk & Peptides Shampoo strengthens the cuticle with peptides, and Avocado & Argan Frizz Control Shampoo reduces hair breakage. Hibiscus & Ceramides Shampoo helps prevent split ends.
How do I use Plum shampoo?
Wet your hair thoroughly, take 2-3 pumps depending on hair length and thickness, massage into the scalp and hair to create a rich lather, then rinse thoroughly.
Should I use a conditioner after shampoo?
Yes. Follow your shampoo with a conditioner or hair mask for best results.
How often should I shampoo my hair?
The frequency of shampooing depends on individual hair type, lifestyle, and styling habits. Some people may need to shampoo on alternate days, while others can go several days without washing.
All about hair shampoos for men and women
Shampoos, your staple for lush and healthy-looking hair is a hair care product that is essential in every household. It helps cleanse hair and remove dirt, dust, scalp build-up, and oil. Hair shampoos are available in varied formulas, types, fragrances, and ingredients. And no matter what your hair concerns, there is one hair shampoo from Plum for all your needs!
Best Plum shampoo as per hair type with benefits
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Shampoo |
hair type |
benefits |
| all hair types (dry, rough hair) | softness and shine | |
| all hair types (dandruff prone, itchy or oily scalp) | 72-hr dandruff & frizz control | |
| dry and damaged hair | hydrates and prevents split ends | |
| all hair types (frizzy, wavy, curly) | sulphate-free frizz control & smoothing |
