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Everyone wakes up with a bed head and it is absolutely not a big deal. What if today happens to be a bad hair day? It will pass, eventually! Right? Sadly but truly, as much as each of us proudly admits to this fact with ?Natural self, way to go!? deep inside every girl even half of a bad hair day is the threshold to test patience. That being said, we do find immense relief with all the solutions available to treat hair problems.
Hair fall, dandruff, damaged hair are the many problems both men and women face. But, the major reason that throws out the joy from those tresses- dry and lifeless hair! Unmanageable hair that refuses to be tamed and brings out those plentiful fly-aways is enough to ruin any day. The common hair dream’s first priority is soft, silky and shiny. And the good news is that your dream is achievable! Even on a daily basis. Welcome into your hair care routine one of these 15 best Hair Conditioners in India and make your hair manageable and bouncing full of life every day!
What are hair conditioners?
Over the past few years, hair conditioners have become popular in India. However, the product by itself isn?t new. During the late Victorian era, a product called Macassar oil was used by men to soften their hair and condition it. This is probably the first known conditioning agent (apart from natural oils of course). However, this product turned out to be quite greasy and needed a cloth called antimacassar to prevent staining of furniture.
A hair conditioner is a viscous liquid used to soften the texture of hair and make it more manageable. And indeed, change the appearance as well! If you are facing problems with frizzy and untamed hair; hair conditioner is the right place for you to start with to get smooth and shiny locks.
How to use a hair conditioner?
As much as we like the ?my hair feels fresh? vibe post hair wash, it does not work so for frizzy hair. On the contrary, one might feel that hair has become tougher to settle than before. Here come the hair conditioners to our rescue. A hair conditioner is applied along the length of the hair immediately after the wash, allowed to sit for a few minutes and then rinsed off. Conditioners are pumped up with the goodness of essential oils, smoothening agents, moisturizers (and sunscreens too!) that will soften hair texture and make it more manageable. It is advised to be cautious not to apply the hair conditioner on the scalp directly, rather only limit its usage along the tresses (unless the product mentions it is safe to be used on the scalp).
You will be surprised to know that there are actually several types of hair conditioners. If you further widen the word ?conditioner?, you can also include hair masks, hair serums, and leave-in hair conditioners under them.
Hair that looks and feels dry is a mighty let down on any given day. If a product is available to take care of that, why not give it a try. So let?s get the list of 15 best hair conditioners available in India (2017).
1. Tresemme Smooth and Shine Conditioner
Another conditioner from Tresemme that does a good job of taming hair- Tresemme Smooth and Shine Conditioner. This conditioner also works its charm on dry hair and makes it smooth and silky. It spreads easily along wet hair and it takes little effort to wash off. It does not weigh down hair or make it look limp. Rather it adds a slight bounce and makes hair more manageable and smooth to touch.
Pros and Cons:
- Affordable
- Makes hair bouncy and smooth
- Lives up to its claims
- Does not weigh down hair
- High chemical content
2. L?oreal Total Repair 5 Conditioner
With its attractive claims of addressing 5 hair problems, the?L?oreal Total Repair 5 Conditioner?is indeed a smart choice! The conditioner does live up to its claims of treating dryness, breakage, roughness and dullness (the 5th?claim- split ends; you will have to?use it for a long term to notice the difference maybe). The first thing that captures most of the people is the mind blowing fragrance! (like you stepped out of?a heavily priced hair spa). The product has a consistency that is thicker than lotion (but not thick like a cream). It washes off easily and makes hair silky and shiny. Just a few washes are sufficient to notice a?visible difference in your hair. This one, worth every dime!
Pros and Cons:
- Affordable and good quantity
- Makes hair silky and shiny
- Tames unruly hair
- Fragrance, you will love it!
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3. Dove Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner
On the lookout for a mild everyday hair conditioner? Dove Nourishing Oil Care Conditioner will be the right pick. The product makes hair smooth with the benefits of its essential oils content and takes care of frizz and fly-aways as well! For hair filled with life and bounce, this conditioner will be the perfect choice to fall back on.
- Lives to all its claims
- Good quantity at a reasonable price
4. Tresemme Keratin Smooth Conditioner
This is one conditioner that is extremely effective – Tresemme Keratin Smooth Conditioner! The essence of keratin that promises smooth hair is achieved in no time with this product. If you happen to use the conditioner along with the shampoo from the same range, you will be facing issues with hair that is way too silky to control. The conditioner comes in a sturdy plastic bottle and is worth the buy. A little is enough to help you fight dryness, dullness, and stubborn tangles. If you want immediate results for your tough hair, this conditioner is a perfect choice.
Pros and Cons:
- Effective from the first use
- Pleasant fragrance
- Spreads easily
- Remember to use sparingly, too much of the product will weigh down hair
- High chemical content
- Might cause hair fall!
5. Garnier Fructis Long and Strong Strengthening Conditioner
For a simple yet well-performing conditioner, you can opt for Garnier Fructis Long and Strong Strengthening Conditioner. This conditioner with its active fruit concentrates claims to strengthen hair fibers from within and make hair smooth and soft. Indeed rough hair is made smooth, soft and shiny right from the first wash. The product does not weigh down hair or make it greasy, hence well suited for those with normal to oily hair. It has the signature fruity fragrance of Garnier products that leaves the locks smelling fresh too.
Pros and Cons:
- Affordable
- Makes hair shiny, silky, smooth and soft
- Does not make hair greasy
- Does not make any difference to hair strength or volume
6. Matrix Opticare Smoothing Conditioner
A professional range conditioner that does an excellent job to tame frizzy hair- Matrix Opticare Smoothing Conditioner. This product specifically mentions that it is meant to treat chemically straightened hair. However, it is good for regular usage as well. The smell (fruity and orange like) is pleasing and lingers long. The consistency of the product is thick and washes off with ease. As for the performance, it is pretty good. Tames frizz takes care of dryness and roughness and makes hair smooth and shiny. The hard to ignore fact is the chemical overload.
Pros and Cons:
- Brilliant fresh fragrance
- Lives up to its claims
- Does not cause hair fall
- Contains chemicals and parabens
7. Himalaya Protein Conditioner
Natural and harmless are the traps that everyone falls for. The Himalaya Protein Conditioner with the goodness of extracts from protein-rich herbs, chick pea, bean sprout, yarrow, and aloe, is one among them. As for the product itself, it comes at an affordable price and is very thick in consistency. It claims to work on dry hair problems and it does reasonably well. The conditioner is slightly difficult to wash off, but it seems more nourishing with its usage since it can be applied to the roots as well. While the conditioner thrives at making hair soft and silky, it, unfortunately, fails at doing nothing about frizzy hair.
Pros and Cons:
- Natural ingredients and herbal content
- Spreads well
- Pleasant smell
- Efficient
- Does not control frizz
- Not suitable for oily hair
8. L’Oreal Professionnel Serie Expert Liss Unlimited Smoothing Masque
Another hair mask to the list that has its fame of smoothing unmanageable hair in just one wash. The L’Oreal Professionnel Serie Expert Liss Unlimited Smoothing Masque is to be used on wet hair, allowed to sit for 5 minutes and then washed off to welcome smooth and soft hair to touch and feel. The hair mask is much thicker than a conditioner and also requires a good amount of it (if you have long and thick hair, much more I would say). Since you would be using the product for just once or twice a week, the tub would last longer. The effect lasts for 2 days after which you might have to wash your hair again to use the mask. If you have chemically treated hair, highlights, etc., this one is an excellent choice to handle dry and rough hair.
Pros and Cons:
9. The Body Shop Rainforest Moisture Conditioner
Those who prefer a mild conditioner that seals in moisture to their hair could purchase The Body Shop Rainforest Moisture Conditioner. The pluses here are that the conditioner is extremely light! Post wash you would find your hair light and not weighing down. Pracaxi oil, manketti nut oil, community trade honey, babassu oil and coconut oil are constituents of this product. It is free from parabens and silicones, which is a big boon. It also takes care of dry hair problems with its contents and adds sheen to the tresses. On the other hand, the smell of the product and the plastic bottle packaging that makes it a tough task to the get the product out are let downs.
Pros and Cons:
- Easy to rinse
- Light and mild
- Works as it claims
- Fragrance might be a problem for some
- Poor packaging
10. Biolage Forte Therapie Intensive Strengthening Masque
Treating severely damaged or chemically treated hair requires special formulation. And for that, you can trust Biolage Forte therapie Intensive Strengthening Masque to revive dry and lifeless hair. The product is a step higher than conditioners, a nourishing hair mask often used in salons for their hair spa sessions. This masque has a consistency that is similar to that of?a lotion and is also easy to spread. You will find this a good buy since a small amount of the product is sufficient to work the wonders on your hair. Instantly silky, shiny and smooth hair is the result. However, unlike regular conditioners that have to be used after every wash, you might opt to use this mask twice or thrice a week probably (suit yourself based on your hair type!).
Pros and Cons:
- Comfortable consistency
- Extremely effective
- Makes hair smooth and soft instantly
- A little goes a long way
- Packaging not convenient
11. Sunsilk Nourishing Soft and Smooth Conditioner
An all time favorite of many customers! The Sunsilk Nourishing Soft and Smooth Conditioner is a big advantage at a small price. Apart from the easy things like availability and affordable price, this conditioner works like magic, every time! The product comes in a squeeze tube and is creamy in consistency, has a pleasant fragrance and does a brilliant task with its natural oils combination! With subsequent washes, you will notice that your hair?s texture transforms into smooth and silky locks that bounce with life. This conditioner is a true winner
Pros and Cons:
12. Toni & Guy Nourish Conditioner
If lifeless dull hair is your concern, and none of the regular conditioners seem to work for you- Toni & Guy Nourish Conditioner could be your pot of luck! This one has been rated to be an above average conditioner by many of its users. The packaging is slightly different from the regular ones and the product itself is great compared to others! The conditioner is more of a cream conditioner (thicker than the rest!), with a fragrance?that lingers long after wash. Most importantly, it gets absorbed well and quickly. It adds a healthy sheen to dull hair and makes hair quite manageable.
Pros and Cons:
13. Sunsilk Lusciously Thick and Long Conditioner
Sunsilk has a wide range of shampoos and hair conditioners designed for individual hair needs. The Sunsilk Lusciously Thick and Long Hair Conditioner is one among them that does a brilliant job of smoothening out tough hair with its keratin yoghurt nutria complex. The conditioner comes in a pink squeeze tube which is an excellent packaging method that prevents spillage and also regulates the amount of product that you want to use. If you are looking at bouncy, soft and smooth hair, this is the one you can resort to. However, the product does not add thickness or density as the name suggests. But it is a good conditioner to detangle hair and manage frizz.
Pros and Cons:
14. Biotique Bio Watercress Fresh Nourishing Conditioner
If you ever wonder what it is like to have non-frizzy hair with a conditioner that claims to use herbal ingredients, then this is the one to turn towards- Biotique Bio Watercress Fresh Nourishing Conditioner. All natural products and less of chemicals are the first bonus. Second, it works an unbelievable magic! Several faithful customers of this product have reported that this conditioner has tamed their naturally unruly and frizzy hair like nothing else! The product has a very thick consistency (almost gel-like) and comes in a sturdy bottle. The extracts include tomato, aloe, neem and many other ingredients which you will find in your kitchen. The let downs are the herbal smell (which most of us might not prefer) and the absence of ?watercress? on the ingredient list. If you can ignore these and rush to this conditioner, you will be glad you did not miss it.
Pros and Cons:
- Makes hair visibly smooth, silky and shiny (with a drastic difference!)
- Natural ingredients
- Does not leave behind any residue
- Does not make hair greasy
- Watercress missing from the ingredient list
- Fragrance not very pleasing
- Consistency is too thick making it difficult to dispense from bottle
15. Organic Surge Moisture Boost Conditioner for Dry and Frizzy Hair
If the product?s making is your major concern, as much as the performance of the product itself- Organic Surge Moisture Boost Conditioner for Dry and Frizzy Hair, buy this one right away! Free from harsh chemicals, parabens, not tested on animals, vegans, and vegetarians can use without second thoughts, etc., are the most attractive points on this conditioner. As for its effectiveness- post rinse, you will be reasonably happy with your much healthier looking hair! The conditioner has a very mild fragrance that does not linger long (which some might like while others may not), and is very light on the hair as well. The product does not make hair limp; rather it adds a bounce to those locks (a very healthy, shiny bounce!). Since it is specifically designed for dry and frizzy hair, those with oily scalp might not find this one quite helpful. Other than that, you are free to enjoy the lush of the moisture boost.
Pros and Cons:
- Treats dry and frizzy hair as it claims
- Free of chemicals
- Makes hair healthier
That?s the end of our list of the 15 best hair conditioners in India. One should know that there are plentiful choices open in the market and many products to make your dreams come true. But the smart move lies with the understanding that nothing improves hair health like a proper diet, sufficient rest and consistent hair care regimen (with the right products!). Know your hair type and spot the conditioner from the list that is going to transform your lovely locks.
