Top 10 Pre-Shampoo Treatments

WHAT IT DOES
This pre-shampoo treatment deeply hydrates the scalp and nourishes the hair strands, resulting in thicker, stronger, and fuller hair. It helps tame frizz, balance the scalp, and stimulate hair follicles while removing impurities for a refreshed and healthier scalp.

FORMULA FACT
Formulated with aloe vera and castor oil, this rich blend offers deep hydration and essential nutrients. It also contains peppermint oil to invigorate hair follicles and lavender to calm scalp irritation.

WHAT IT DOES
Colored, bleached, or damaged hair can benefit tremendously from L'Oreal Paris EverPure Bond Repair Pre-Shampoo Treatment. This treatment penetrates deep into the hair's cortex to rebuild and strengthen weak bonds. After just one use, your hair will feel smoother, stronger, and more resilient, with significantly reduced breakage and noticeably healthier strands.

FORMULA FACT
Formulated with citric acid, this drugstore pre poo deeply penetrates the hair’s inner layers to repair structural damage and restore life to each strand.

WHAT IT DOES
The Coco & Eve Bond Building Pre-Shampoo Treatment repairs and restructures hair from within, helping to reverse visible damage and strengthen hair over time. This treatment works by rebuilding three essential hair bonds: disulphide, ionic, and hydrogen. As a result, it provides comprehensive hair repair, leading to stronger and healthier hair.

FORMULA FACT
This pre-shampoo treatment employs advanced 3D hair bond technology to restore and strengthen the internal structure of your hair. It is also enriched with essential fatty acids from pomegranate and apricot oils, which create a protective layer on the hair’s surface without leaving a greasy residue.

WHAT IT DOES
The Acidic Bonding Concentrate Intensive Pre-Shampoo Treatment is an excellent choice for anyone looking to revive overprocessed hair or give it a refreshing boost. After just one use, it strengthens strands and enhances conditioning shine, leaving hair visibly healthier and more manageable.

FORMULA FACT
Due to its acidic nature, this concentrated pre-shampoo formula has a low pH, helping to balance your hair's pH levels. It is particularly suitable for damaged, color-treated, and chemically-processed hair.

WHAT IT DOES
Aceite de Moska is an award-winning pre-shampoo treatment made to nourish and cleanse your scalp, but from what we’ve read, breaking down buildup is its true superpower. Bonus: As you’ll learn from the review below, the beachy scent of this product is something shoppers are particularly excited about.

REVIEW HIGHLIGHT
“I was recently introduced to the Ceremonia brand, and it has quickly become a standard part of my hair routine. This oil is amazing—I put two droppers full of product in the areas prone to dry and flaky scalp and let it sit for about 20 mins. It smells amazing, and already after a few uses, I’ve noticed a difference with less dandruff and frizz.”

WHAT IT DOES
If dealing with dandruff is part of your day-to-day routine, let us introduce you to Fable & Mane’s HoliRoots Pre-wash Hair Treatment Oil. This cult favorite is made to strengthen your strands and scalp, and because of the addition of castor oil to its formula, it’s also a great pre-poo option for hair growth.

REVIEW HIGHLIGHT
“I struggled for the longest time with dry patches and flakiness on my scalp. It was embarrassing and gross, but I tried this hair oil on a whim after I saw it as a gift in the Sephora rewards bazaar. ABSOLUTELY CHANGED EVERYTHING! My scalp has not been flaky or dry, all the irritation is gone, and I also don't have super greasy and oily hair after 1 day of not washing it. Such a great product!!!”

WHAT IT DOES
In just 5 minutes, this pre-shampoo treatment repairs hair bonds, eliminates calcium buildup, and reduces breakage. The formula also boosts shine and restores softness while reversing persistent damage, leaving your strands stronger, more flexible, and full of life.

FORMULA FACT
This treatment is formulated with a citric acid and glycine complex, designed to address both the surface and core of the hair. It effectively removes calcium buildup and reconnects broken bonds. Citric acid helps dissolve the buildup, while glycine penetrates the inner layers of the hair to repair damage and minimize breakage.

WHAT IT DOES
JVN’s perfectly groomed locks are all you need to see to believe in the power of this Pre-Wash Scalp & Hair Treatment Oil. All you need to do is massage a dropperful of this pre-poo oil into your scalp 15 minutes before shampooing to attain your strongest, shiniest, healthiest hair to date.

FORMULA FACT
The ingredients list of this pre-shampoo treatment includes squalane (an emollient frequently used in the cosmetics industry), as well as basil root and rosemary extract, both of which are known to stimulate hair growth. 

WHAT IT DOES
This pre-shampoo treatment is essential for wash day, as it is designed to deeply moisturize and soothe both the scalp and hair. Infused with rosemary oil, the formula alleviates dryness and flakiness on the scalp while providing moisture to the hair from root to tip. As a result, your scalp will feel calm, and your hair will become noticeably stronger.

FORMULA FACT
This treatment is made with rosemary, castor oil, and tea tree oil, offering a nourishing blend of vitamins and lipids that your dry, flaky scalp will appreciate. Rosemary helps improve scalp circulation, castor oil replenishes moisture, and tea tree oil soothes itchiness while combating flakiness.

WHAT IT DOES
Is it really any surprise to see Olaplex top this list? A well-established name in the haircare industry, they formulated the No. 3 Hair Perfector with their patented bond-building technology, and that’s what makes this pre-shampoo hair mask best at repairing damaged strands.

HOW TO PRE POO
According to Ulta’s instructions, you should apply the No. 3 Hair Perfector to your locks before hitting the shower two to three times a week. Comb the product through your strands, let it sit for 10 minutes, then continue with your usual rinse-and-repeat routine.