Best Non-Toxic Conditioners

Pros

• Leaves fine hair feeling light rather than weighed down.
• Doubles as a styling product when left in rather than fully rinsed out.

Cons

• Some buyers find that their hair feels dry after using it.
• Some buyers find that it leaves residue in their hair after use.
• The fragrance is too strong and unpleasant for some buyers.

Pros

• Leaves hair noticeably soft and hydrated for days, even on coily and curly hair types.
• Controls frizz without weighing hair down, making blow-drying and brushing significantly easier.
• Works well as both a rinse-out and a leave-in; even a tiny amount left in makes a noticeable difference.
• Scent is light and spa-like rather than overpowering.
• Only a small amount is needed per use, so the larger bottles last a long time.

Cons

• Consistency is thick; one person mixes it with water in the bottle to make it easier to work through.
• Can feel heavy on finer hair types, leaving it slightly weighed down or greasier between washes.
• Lettering on the bottle rubs off easily, leaving residue on hands and hair.

Pros

• Leaves hair clean and light while removing buildup without a greasy finish.
• Hair can feel softer, shinier, and easier to manage without adding oiliness.
• Several people found it easy to detangle after washing.

Cons

• Several recent reports describe a strong chemical scent that can linger in hair, suggesting inconsistency between bottles.
• Moisture level can fall short for drier hair, with reports of hair feeling dry or needing more conditioning.
• A few long-time users say the newer formula no longer detangles their hair well.

Pros

• Leaves hair noticeably soft after just one or two uses, a consistent theme across hair types.
• Doesn't weigh down fine hair or reduce volume, which is uncommon for conditioners in this category.
• Virtually no scent, which works well for people who are sensitive to fragrance in hair products.
• A quarter-sized amount is enough per use, so the bottle lasts despite the thinner consistency.
• Multiple people with irritated or itchy scalps found it soothing and calming.

Cons

• The capless twist-top dispenser leaves product residue exposed to moisture; one person reported mold growth from shower storage.
• The formula runs thin, so people with thick, long, or curly hair needed significantly more product per wash.
• Left some tangles and didn't fully detangle fine, dry hair; one person needed a leave-in conditioner to supplement.
• Ingredients are not printed on the bottle itself, only on the outer box.

Pros

• Some buyers notice fuller hair when using it with the matching shampoo.
• Helps cut down on hair breakage.
• The scent lingers in hair after use.

Cons

• Some buyers find it leaves their hair feeling dry.

Pros

• Makes long hair feel softer and easier to detangle.
• The creamy texture spreads easily through hair without feeling overly thick.
• Has little to no noticeable scent.

Cons

• Some buyers found it did not reduce oiliness.
• Some buyers found their hair felt weighed down after using it.

Pros

• Conditions without weighing hair down.
• Only a small amount is needed per use.

Cons

• Some buyers find their hair feels dry when using it alongside the shampoo.
• Leaves some buyers' hair with a rough texture.

Pros

• Some buyers notice a reduction in how much hair falls out.
• Hair feels fuller when used alongside the matching shampoo.

Pros

• Some buyers notice less hair shedding while using it with the matching shampoo.
• Leaves hair feeling fuller.
• Conditions without leaving hair feeling weighed down.

Cons

• Some buyers find it does not provide enough moisture for their hair.

Pros

• Some buyers notice a thicker appearance to their hair with continued use.
• A small amount is enough for each use.
• The fragrance has a musky character.

Cons

• Some buyers find the pump difficult to unlock before they can use it.

Pros

• Creates a cooling sensation on the scalp.

Cons

• The scent reminds some buyers of household cleaner.

Pros

• Leaves hair soft, smooth, and noticeably healthier after regular use; multiple people reported getting compliments.
• Lightweight and hydrating without feeling greasy, heavy, or weighed down.
• Works well as a daily conditioner and reduces the need for additional styling products.
• Labeled unscented with only a very faint natural smell, so it won't clash with your shampoo's fragrance.

Cons

• The consistency is very thick, almost solid, which makes the pump difficult to use; running the bottle under warm water helps.
• The bottle is smaller than expected, and the price is high enough that multiple people flagged it as a barrier to repurchasing.
• In-shower slip is minimal; hair doesn't feel smooth until after rinsing and drying.

Pros

• Works well on fine, long hair for detangling and softness, especially with hard water.
• Added shine and curl definition for at least one person.

Cons

• Thinner consistency than typical conditioners; needs a thorough shake before each use or it feels too watery.
• Half the reviews found it left hair feeling dry or waxy rather than conditioned, even when using a generous amount.
• Scent is polarizing; one person described it as mild mint, another found it unpleasant.

Cons

• Some buyers find the bar crumbles during use and runs out quickly.

Pros

• Makes it easier to work through tangles during conditioning.

Pros

• Only a small amount is needed for an application.
• Rinses out cleanly without leaving residue in the hair.

Cons

• Leaves some buyers' hair feeling dry after use.
• Some buyers find it takes extra time to apply to their hair.

Pros

• Leaves hair noticeably soft and shiny after each use.
• Lightweight enough for fine or thin hair; conditions without weighing hair down.
• Detangles well, reducing the need for a separate detangling product.
• Minty scent is refreshing during use and fades significantly once hair dries.

Cons

• Mint scent intensity is polarizing; one person found it lingered strongly, while another said it fades quickly.
• Consistency feels lighter than traditional conditioners, which a few people interpreted as watery or insufficient.

Pros

• Hair feels noticeably softer and shinier, even for thick, coarse, or damaged hair types.
• Lightweight formula adds volume and hydration without weighing hair down.
• Scent is natural and herbal rather than perfumey.
• The smaller size works well for travel or as a between-wash treatment on ends.

Cons

• The conditioner lacks the slip most people expect, making detangling difficult and requiring a lot of product per use.
• Hair can feel very dry right after conditioning, though multiple people noted it softens significantly by the next day.
• The small bottles go fast with longer hair; one person got only two washes from the smallest size.

Pros

• Leaves hair soft, manageable, and looking good whether air-dried or heat-styled.
• Detangles well and helps curls hold their shape longer.
• Hair stays fresh-looking even on non-wash days.
• Scent is consistently described as pleasant.

Cons

• Fine or curly hair may require a large amount per use to fully detangle.