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The Best Smelling Shampoos for Men

 
The Best Smelling Shampoos for Men
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Published March 15, 2022|Updated May 2, 2022

Stroll through any drugstore and you’ll find an entire aisle of hair products for women and a tiny little corner section dedicated to men. Why is that? Men want to walk around confidently, knowing that their hair looks good and that they smell good.

Let’s make 2022 the year where men take pride in their grooming habits. It’s about time, right? Don’t feel overwhelmed by all of the options out there. We’ve got you covered. Take a look at this list of the best smelling shampoos for men, and you’ll be sure to find your favorite signature scent.

1. Blu Atlas Shampoo

You are seriously missing out if you haven’t tried Blu Atlas. This growing brand is quickly gaining popularity, and for good reason. Blu Atlas is a premium skincare, haircare and overall grooming brand explicitly made with the modern man in mind. Like all of the products in the Blu Atlas line, their shampoo is created using natural ingredients that are proven to work and are 100% safe to use. It’s always impressive when a brand is able to maintain the integrity of its products without adding unnecessary or unsafe ingredients.

The shampoo doesn’t just keep your hair healthy. It smells unbelievable, putting it in the top spot on this list of the best smelling shampoos for men. The blend of jojoba oil, aloe leaves and coconut extract creates a clean, tropical scent you won’t be able to get enough of.

The best part? If you fall in love with the Blu Atlas product lineup, they make it incredibly easy for you to never run out. Sign up for their subscription service, and they will handle the rest. Their all-natural shampoo is super easy to use, and the best results come when you follow it up with the Blu Atlas conditioner.

2. Huron

The Huron brand was created by a former athlete who found that he had spent far too many years neglecting his skin and haircare, and was starting to notice the adverse effects. Huron recognizes that men aren’t necessarily the best at caring for themselves, but they don’t blame you for that. They are here to help you look out for the guy staring back at you in the mirror.

While they have products for your hair, body, face and more, their shampoo should top your list of products to try. It is packed full of nourishing oils and vitamins to strengthen your hair, increase fullness and make it shine. The scent is fresh and clean, with a cooling menthol effect, rounded out with citrus, juniper and aromatic greens. To top it off, the bottle is 100% recyclable.

3. Every Man Jack 2-in-1 Daily Shampoo + Conditioner – Sandalwood

Though Every Man Jack has a few daily-care shampoos in their repertoire, their sandalwood scent is the top seller for a reason. This shampoo is naturally derived, meaning they use as many plant-based ingredients as possible. It is gentle, so you can use it daily to remove oil and buildup while conditioning and softening for stronger, healthier hair. Enjoy the soft, woody scent long into the day.

4. Brickell Daily Strengthening Shampoo for Men

Brickell has a signature scent of peppermint and tea tree oils that you’ll find in all of their hair products. Their strengthening shampoo is top-notch. Not only will you smell minty and fresh, but your hair will reap the benefits long after you step out of the shower.

Brickell created the Daily Strengthening Shampoo for Men to promote hair growth and reduce scalp irritation. Hydrolyzed wheat protein is included in the formula to increase the hair strand thickness and strengthen the hair structure. If you have thinning hair, grab a bottle of this shampoo, and your hair will look fuller (and smell great) in no time flat.

5. V76 by Vaughn Hydrating Shampoo

Take one whiff of this shampoo, and you will know exactly how it landed on the list of the best smelling shampoos for men. The blue cedar fragrance is a woody scent with leathery accents, combining nutmeg, coconut milk, violet, moss and more to create an undeniably magnetic scent.

V76 by Vaughn created this shampoo to deliver intense moisture to thick, overworked hair. Your scalp and hair will lap up this moisture-rich formula and will look all the better for it. One note of warning, though: The product is often sold out, so be sure to get your email on their mailing list as soon as possible.

6. Floyd’s 99 Barbershop Grooming Classic Shampoo

Floyd’s 99 Barbershop represents everything you want your grooming brand to be. From their genesis in one little barbershop, Floyd’s has grown over the last 20 years to over 125 barbershops nationwide. The best part? As they’ve grown, they’ve maintained all of the integrity of their original brand, meaning you will get the small, family-owned feel of their first barbershop in all of their products you try.

Started by brothers, this brand believes that experience matters, convenience is vital and a side of attitude should not accompany expertise. Who can argue with those core values?

Their classic shampoo is intended to be your everyday go-to product. Floyd’s grooming line has an exclusive fragrance, black walnut and cedar, and boy, does it smell good! If you use this shampoo, don’t worry about spritzing any cologne – you won’t need it. Say goodbye to build-up and dry hair, and hello to perfectly quaffed hair that smells fantastic.

7. Baebody Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo With Keratin

This shampoo smells unreal. The combination of Moroccan argan oil, coconut oil, shea butter and almond oil puts this fragranced shampoo in a league of its own.

That’s not the only benefit, though. Baebody’s brand was built on simple principles:

  • Self care. Put your health first.
  • Ingredient-led. Baebody gets right to the point and doesn’t waste time with fancy names. What you see is what you get.
  • Powerful. We love a brand that promises 80%+ natural ingredients and 0% harmful ingredients.
  • Life. Practical and convenient products and routines for any man.
  • Entire body. All of your grooming needs, in one place.

If you’re looking for a solid product from a solid brand, give Baebody Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo a whirl. And be sure to try some of their other products.

8. Dove Men + Care 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner – Blue Eucalyptus

Dove created their Men’s + Care styling range with the goal of developing naturally derived products without compromising the performance. This shampoo is refreshing and invigorating, combining blue eucalyptus with fresh pine and birch scents. It is plant-based and comes in a 100% recycled (and recyclable!) bottle. Your hair will be stronger, healthier and revitalized, all well smelling unique and fresh.

If you enjoy the scent as much as we think you will, you will want to complete your routine with the full line of Dove Blue Eucalyptus, including products like body wash, face wash and spray antiperspirant.

9. American Crew 3-in-1 Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash

Looking for a product that does it all? American Crew 3-in-1 Shampoo, Conditioner and Body Wash is the only bottle that needs to take up real estate in your shower. After using this three-in-one product, you will be left with a long-lasting, refreshing, deodorizing scent consistent with the classic American Crew fragrance that all of their products supply. The main notes are of citrus aromatics (grapefruit and mandarin orange), followed by rosemary, lavender, sandalwood and clary sage.

American Crew was founded in 1994 when a stylist by the name of David Raccuglia saw that men were not paying as much attention to their looks as they should be. He wanted to create a brand that embodied masculinity in the grooming process. It has been around for almost 30 years and has been a popular line in men’s bathrooms since its inception. Give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.

10. Baxter of California Daily Fortifying Shampoo

Baxter of California recognizes that every man has his own story. Since its inception in 1965, Baxter of California has stood behind its philosophy that premium is not synonymous with pretension.

All that matters is that their products are effective and perform precisely how they promise to. Baxter of California has an entire curated collection of products to service all of your grooming needs. Their Daily Fortifying Shampoo is the real deal.

The invigorating mint will have your scalp tingling in the very best way and will leave you with hair that smells ever so fresh and clean. This shampoo is part of a strengthening system packed full of nutrients to promote hair manageability and body. All men can reap the benefits of this shampoo, which is suitable for all hair types.

Round out their strengthening system with the Daily Fortifying Conditioner, and your hair will be healthy and looking its best in no time flat.

11. Dr. Squatch Natural Men’s Shampoo – Fresh Falls

Dr. Squatch does it all: bar soap, deodorant, hair care, toothpaste, bundles... While all of their products are pretty impressive, their Men’s Natural Shampoo – Fresh Falls ranks at the top of the list. Get back to your roots with this shampoo jacked full of “Mother Earth’s finest.”

So what exactly does a crisp forest waterfall smell like? Having sniffed Dr. Squatch’s offering, we can tell you: water, birch and pine. This shampoo is sulfate- and paraben-free, and contains only the finest ingredients. Jojoba seed oil acts as a hair conditioning agent, creating a protective barrier to keep your hair from losing its moisture. Comfrey leaf extract is also a conditioning agent. It prevents dryness and softens your hair strands.

Lastly, nettle leaf extract, which is rich in silica and sulfur, is hard at work to strengthen your hair. Your hair will be stronger and shinier to boot. Get your hands on this natural shampoo, and you will be sitting pretty and smelling good.

12. Old Spice Timber With Mint 2-in-1 Shampoo

There are a couple of two-in-one shampoo and conditioner blends on this list. Why, you ask? Well, because we men are busy, and we appreciate it if we can cut corners without skimping on quality. Veteran brand Old Spice absolutely needed to be included on this list of the best smelling shampoos for men.

We’ve all seen the commercials of Old Spice men basically knocking out passersby with their immense fragrance, but let’s be real: There are worse things than smelling impressively good.

Timber is top of the line when it comes to the Old Spice fragrance repertoire. It’s a manly scent made explicitly for the woodsman, because “when you can’t be in the woods, you still need to smell like them.” Your hair will be fresh and clean after you’ve used this product.

Your manly smell will linger long after you’ve left the room…and what better way to leave an impression! Old Spice is cost-effective, so use as much as you want without worrying about breaking the bank.

13. Duke Cannon News Anchor Power Clean Shampoo

If you haven’t heard of Duke Cannon, you must be living under a rock. This brand trailblazed its way into the men’s grooming world and has never looked back. Duke Cannon values things like “hard work, family, community, bacon and country” – values any man can get behind. They are known for their tongue-in-cheek names (Frothy the Beer Man soap, Big Bourbon Beard Balm, Bloody Knuckles Hand Repair Balm, Best Damn Beard Oil), and their News Anchor Power Clean Shampoo falls right in line.

As activated charcoal is the main ingredient, you can rest peacefully knowing your hair is clean as a whistle and your scalp is protected. The activated charcoal scent is refreshing and will stick with you throughout your day.

14. Woody’s Daily Shampoo for Men

Woody’s came to life through a collaboration between celebrity barbers and stylists. If you’re looking for a basic, simple routine of no-frill products that promise to get the job done while smelling good, Woody’s is the brand for you. They do not compromise when it comes to their products, and you’ll reap the benefits as soon as you give them a try.

Woody’s goal is to take care of business so that you can focus your time on getting to the next adventure. Woody’s Daily Shampoo for Men has an impressive resume of five-star reviews, and if you give it a try, I expect you’ll join that club.

This shampoo cleanses your hair while maintaining the essential moisture balance that will keep your hair looking stronger, healthier and thicker with every use. The fragrance of this shampoo is clean and fresh, making sure you’re the best-smelling guy in the room.

15. Method Men Shampoo + Conditioner 2-in-1 Sea + Surf

Recently, while walking down the hair-care aisle, I’ve noticed empty shelves where the Method brand products should be. These elusive products have a serious cult following, and for good reason. These products smell unreal, and will make you feel like you’re in a relaxing spa all shower long. The sea and surf scent is a global favorite. Once you get your hands on it, you won’t want to give it up.

The fragrance can be described as clean and crisp, with nautical notes that will “whisk you away to seaside adventures and wind capped waves.” It sounds like a place I want to be, all day, every day. This shampoo and conditioner combo, which Method likes to refer to as “sham-ditioner,” will get your hair looking fly in a jiffy.

It is made with refreshing menthol and an infusion of argan and jojoba oils, which results in a combination that cleans and hydrates with the best of them. Make sure you grab a bottle of this if you can find it.

16. Axe Sport Blast Clean + Recharged 2-in-1 Body Wash Soap + Shampoo.

Axe doesn’t exactly have the best reputation when it comes to being masculine, but stick with me here. This is a shampoo and body wash, all in one. That alone gains it a spot on this best-of list. Beyond that, this charge-and-hydrate blend will create undeniable results. Axe was voted No. 1 in the World Male Body Wash Brand group, so it’s about time we start giving credit where credit is due.

This product will not only make you feel fresh and clean; it will also make you feel rejuvenated. It has an exhilarating lather, and the fragrance was developed to give you an energy boost. The scent is sensual and musky, a combination any man can get down with.

Axe Sport Blast Clean + Recharged 2-in-1 Body Wash Soap and Shampoo is super cost-effective, as it can serve as the only item you need in your shower. Purchase at your local drugstore or from your favorite big box store.

17. Olivina Men Barrel and Oak Bourbon Cedar 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner

Nothing says masculine quite like bourbon and cedar. That fragrance is why this Olivina Men Barrel and Oak Bourbon Cedar 2-in-1 Shampoo and Conditioner makes it onto our list. Crafted with argan oil and other essential oils, this product hydrates and cleans your hair while making sure your scalp is taken care of. You will smell like a true manly man every time you use this product, and you will notice that your hair looks healthier with every use.

If your hair isn’t smelling the best it has ever smelled after reading this article, then it sounds like you might have a personal problem. Yeah, that was harsh. But really, this is a compilation of the best-smelling shampoos for men, and I know there is the perfect product for you on this list. Don’t see your favorite tried-and-true product? Comment below so we can check it out!

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