The 13 Best Biotin Shampoos for Stronger, Fuller Hair, Reviewed by Glamour Editors

When managing hair loss starts to feel like a full-time job, Nutrafol’s Botanical Hair Thickening Shampoo steps in as the no-nonsense, plant-powered solution. Its blend of clinically backed botanicals—like saw palmetto, ashwagandha, caffeine, and biotin—works right at the scalp to help reduce shedding and promote thicker, stronger strands. Plus, it cleanses gently without stripping, making it a solid foundation for your hair regrowth regimen.

Best for Thinning Hair: Pura D’or Original Gold Label Anti-Thinning Shampoo

• What we love: Clinically tested to reduce hair thinning and increase volume, sulfate-free and safe for use on color-treated hair, vegan, cruelty-free
• What could improve: Some with sensitive scalps find the botanicals slightly irritating

Ok, so your hair’s thinning but your patience isn’t. With a blend of 17+ DHT-blocking herbal actives—including nettle, saw palmetto, and pumpkin seed oil—this sulfate-free formula aims to reduce hair thinning due to breakage, increase volume, and strengthen strands. Users have reported less shedding and fuller-looking hair after consistent use.

Best for Color-Treated Hair: SheaMoisture Strengthen & Restore Shampoo with Jamaican Black Castor Oil

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SheaMoisture Strengthen & Restore Shampoo with Jamaican Black Castor Oil

• What we love: Safe for any chemically treated strands, rich and creamy lather, pleasant and refreshing scent with herbal notes
• What could improve: May be too heavy for fine hair

Color-treated hair demands TLC that goes beyond the basics, and SheaMoisture’s Strengthen & Restore Shampoo delivers just that with its nutrient-rich blend. Formulated with Jamaican black castor oil and shea butter, it deeply nourishes and repairs damage while preserving vibrant color and adding bounce. Plus, its sulfate-free, cruelty-free formula is gentle enough for regular use without stripping your salon-perfect hues.

Best for Natural Hair: Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo

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Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Strengthening Shampoo

• What we love: Sulfate-free and safe for color-treated hair, subtle yet invigorating scent elevates the shower experience, leaves hair noticeably stronger and shinier
• What could improve: May be too rich for fine hair types

Biotin gets a thoughtful partner in rosemary and mint here, both of which refresh the scalp without drama. Coconut and babassu oils add moisture that’s noticeable but never greasy, making this a solid pick for natural hair that needs strength and softness in equal measure. It’s the kind of shampoo that does its job quietly well, no frills required.

Best for Breakage: Maple Holistics Biotin Shampoo for Hair Growth & Repair

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Maple Holistics Biotin Shampoo for Hair Growth & Repair

• What we love: Sulfate-free formula is safe for color-treated hair, affordable, suitable for all hair types, paraben and silicone-free
• What could improve: May not be hydrating enough for very dry hair

Maple Holistics’ Biotin Shampoo is a budget-friendly option that doesn’t skimp on quality. Its sulfate-free formula, enriched with biotin, rosemary, and tea tree oil, aims to strengthen hair and reduce breakage. Users have reported noticeable improvements in hair thickness and reduced shedding with regular use. Greenfield is a big fan of using a shampoo with tea tree oil, specifically. “I like its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties to promote scalp health in addition to the biotin.”

Most Affordable: OGX Thick & Full + Biotin & Collagen Shampoo

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OGX Thick & Full + Biotin & Collagen Shampoo

• What we love: Budget-friendly, sulfate-free and safe for color-treated hair, real volume boost
• What could improve: Contains dimethicone so may cause buildup if you don’t regularly use a clarifying shampoo

Offering volume without the “treat yourself” price tag, this shampoo is basically your wallet’s best friend. Packed with biotin and collagen, it plumps strands for a fuller look that feels more “effortlessly polished” than “trying too hard.” Plus, the sulfate-free formula means it’s gentle enough to keep your hair happy on repeat washes.

Best Hydrating Option: Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo

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Oribe Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo

• What we love: Deeply repairs and nourishes damaged strands, luxurious texture and scent, suitable for curly hair, sulfate-free and safe for color-treated hair
• What could improve: Pricey, not ideal if you prefer fragrance-free hair

Dr. Safaee says this is the best shampoo for treating and repairing the hair because it strengthens the hair cuticle at its core thanks to a blend of biotin, caffeine, plant collagen, and niacinamide. When your hair needs a serious rescue, this shampoo feels like a spa day in a bottle. Rich and restorative, it blends biotin with rare botanicals and strengthening keratin to repair damage while leaving hair silky, smooth, and visibly healthier. It’s luxe without being fussy — exactly what you want when you’re committed to bringing your strands back to life. “With my dry, fine, curly hair, I noticed my strands felt stronger and more resilient after just a few washes,” says Glamour contributor Neha Tandon. “Plus, I’m absolutely in love with the luxurious fragrance — that signature Oribe scent makes my routine feel truly special.”

Best for Frizz: Briogeo Bloom & Blossom Ginseng + Biotin Volumizing Shampoo

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Briogeo Bloom & Blossom Ginseng + Biotin Volumizing Shampoo

• What we love: Builds volume, lightweight formula, sulfate-free and safe for color-treated hair, vegan and cruelty-free
• What could improve: Subtle herbal scent may not be for everyone