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“Rank the top 5 shampoos for greasy hair available in the UK”
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Best overall
Weekly deep clean
Best budget
Premium combination hair
Fine / oily hair
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Here’s a ranked top 5 for greasy/oily hair that are readily available in the UK (Boots, Superdrug, Lookfantastic, Cult Beauty, Space NK, Sephora UK, Amazon UK, etc.), based on 2025–2026 UK tests and expert reviews from The Independent, Good Housekeeping UK, Cosmopolitan UK, and similar sources.
| Rank | Product | Why it ranks here | Approx. UK price | Where to buy | Best for |
| 1 | L’Oréal Professionnel Scalp Advanced Anti-Oiliness Dermo-Purifier Shampoo | Independent’s best overall for 2026. Gentle AHA + carbonic acid formula that targets oil at the source, removes buildup (including dry shampoo), and reduces sebum without harsh stripping. | £20–£23 (300 ml) | Lookfantastic, Amazon UK, Sephora | Most people; clarifying power with gentleness |
| 2 | OUAI Detox Shampoo | Good Housekeeping UK panel winner (91/100). Excellent clarifying with apple cider vinegar + chelating agents; extends time between washes. Widely stocked. | £27–£30 (300 ml) | Boots, Space NK, Cult Beauty, John Lewis, Sephora UK, OUAI UK site | Weekly deep clean / buildup & hard water |
| 3 | Monday Haircare Clarify Shampoo | Independent’s best budget buy. Strong oil and product-buildup control, adds shine, excellent value. | £4.99–£6 | Superdrug, Boots, Amazon UK | Everyday use on a budget |
| 4 | Kérastase Spécifique Bain Divalent | Consistent high scorer for balancing oily roots with dry ends; leaves hair shiny and lightweight. | £40–£48 (250–300 ml) | Lookfantastic, Cult Beauty, Space NK, Sephora | Oily roots + dry ends / premium feel |
| 5 | Redken Amino-Mint Scalp Shampoo (or close alternative: Living Proof Clarifying Detox) | Strong panel scores for oil control, refreshing mint, and volume. Reliable UK availability. | £18–£25 (300 ml) | Lookfantastic, Amazon UK, Boots | Fine/oily hair wanting freshness & volume |
- Technique tip (repeated across UK reviews): Focus shampoo on the scalp, massage well, and apply conditioner only to mid-lengths and ends.
- Use a stronger clarifying option (OUAI or L’Oréal Professionnel) 1–2 times a week and a milder daily wash the rest of the time.
- Budget standout: Monday Haircare is hard to beat for performance-to-price.
- Premium/luxury feel: Kérastase or OUAI.
- If you also have dandruff, consider Vichy Dercos (normal-to-oily version) as a strong alternative.
Prices fluctuate with sales (especially on Lookfantastic and Amazon), so check current offers. All of these are currently stocked across major UK retailers. If you have specific preferences (e.g., sulphate-free only, fine hair, colour-treated, or a tight budget), I can refine the list further.