The 12 Best Affordable Conditioners You Can Find at the Drugstore

Cantu Shea Butter Natural Leave-In Conditioning Cream ($7)

The Cantu Shea Butter Natural Leave-In Conditioning Cream is a natural-hair favorite. Ideal for moisturizing damaged, dry, or coarse hair, this leave-in conditioning cream also melts away tangles in the snap of a finger.

Monday Moisture Conditioner ($8)

If you have dry, brittle hair, look no further than this Monday Moisture Conditioner. It's formulated with coconut oil to soften ends as well as shea butter to intensely hydrate the scalp. Plus, it utilizes hydrolyzed rice protein to strengthen hair over time, which will lead to less breakage.

Odele Ultra-Sensitive Conditioner ($12)

If you have sensitive skin, the Odele Ultra-Sensitive Conditioner is the perfect drugstore conditioner for you. It's fragrance-free and made with an oat-based formula that is gentle on the scalp, but still helps keep the hair hydrated. This conditioner helps replenish moisture back into the hair while boosting shine and manageability. It's dermatologist-tested and great for those with dry scalps. Plus, it's been accepted by the National Eczema Association.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner ($12)

If you have thick, dry, or damaged hair, the Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner is the perfect pick for you. It's a cream-based conditioner with elastin protein and green caviar that delivers intense hydration and strength with vegan silk proteins. It helps prevent breakage and gives your hair a silky-smooth texture with a boost of shine.

Kristin Ess Hair One Signature Conditioner ($14)

If you have split ends, this is for you. This formula features a strengthening complex that will "zip up" split ends while targeting weaker areas of the hair for a smoother overall appearance. It's weightless and softening, and it makes hair look shiny and healthy. For best results, we suggest letting this conditioner sit in the hair for about three minutes before washing it out.

Pantene Miracle Rescue Deep Conditioning Hair Mask Treatment ($14)

While the Pantene Miracle Rescue Deep Conditioning Hair Mask Treatment works for all hair types, if your hair is damaged and in need of some extra TLC, this product will be your new best friend. The mask deeply conditions without weighing your hair down, leading to a faster overall drying time when you're styling.

Camille Rose Curl Love Conditioner ($14)

The Camille Rose Curl Love Conditioner is great for those who have curly hair that is also dry or frizzy. It uses avocado and olive oil to deliver extra nutrients to your hair while smoothing and controlling frizz for silkier-looking hair.

Shea Moisture Bond Repair Conditioner ($15)

The Shea Moisture Bond Repair Conditioner is a strengthening conditioner made for all hair types. It's a bonding conditioner made from Amla Oil, Fair Trade Shea Butter, and Amino Blend, which will help enhance shine, increase strength, and reduce frizz. You'll have softer and smoother hair in no time.

Eva NYC Brass to Sass Brunette Conditioner ($16)

The Eva NYC Brass to Sass Brunette Conditioner is a great drugstore conditioner for those with brown hair. It's a blue-toned conditioner that will help remove brassy tones from brown hair. It contains hydrating ingredients, like spirulina and juniper berry, that are great for those with drier hair types to get that softer, silkier hair.

If you have blond hair, the Eva NYC Tone It Down Blonde Conditioner ($14) is a purple conditioner that will neutralize yellow and brassy tones.

Carol's Daughter Goddess Strength Fortifying Conditioner ($16)

If your hair is prone to breakage, the Carol's Daughter Goddess Strength Fortifying Conditioner helps restore intense moisture and fortifies the hair from root to tip. It is formulated with castor oil, black seed oil, and ginger with a creamy conditioning texture. It not only provides the hair with deep hydration, but also makes the hair easier to detangle so there's less breakage in the long run. It's a great drugstore conditioner for those with dry, textured, and curly hair.

Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner ($30)

The Olaplex No.5 Bond Maintenance Conditioner will define curls and protect your hair from humidity-induced frizz. It helps restore your waves, curls, and coils by sealing in moisture with a weightless feel. It's something you should have in your arsenal to beat unpredictable weather. Read our deep dive on Olaplex products for more.

Biolage Smoothproof Conditioner ($38)

The Biolage Smoothproof Conditioner is ideal for straight hair types because it's lightweight and won't weigh your hair down. Not only does it smooth, it also provides humidity and static control. If your hair also gets knotted easily, this conditioner is a fantastic detangler.

Ariel Baker is a former assistant editor for PS Beauty. Her areas of expertise include celebrity news, beauty trends, and product reviews. She has additional bylines with Essence and Forbes Vetted.

Balim Tezel (she/her) is a shopping updates editor at PS and the founder of Maison des Nus, a New York-based affordable luxury brand blending streetwear and elevated essentials, with a playful edge. She graduated from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism in 2019, and now lives in Flatiron.