The Best Japanese Hair Shampoos in Malaysia For Gorgeous Hair

Calling all Asian women: if you’re unhappy with your hair, it’s time to rethink your hair care routine! Western products often miss the mark when it comes to understanding the unique needs of Asian hair. Instead, our Insiders highly recommend switching to Japanese shampoo. Apart from being designed specifically for Asian hair types, they are also typically formulated with natural ingredients. These substances help to nourish the scalp, promote healthy hair growth, and keep your locks nice and moisturised, all while gently but effectively cleansing. Throw out your old shampoo and purchase these best Japanese hair shampoos in Malaysia.

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The Best Japanese Hair Shampoos in Malaysia

The Best Japanese Hair Shampoos in Malaysia

1. Shiseido Tsubaki Tsu (Premium Moist) Shampoo

Shiseido’s products never disappoint! Their Tsubaki Tsu (Premium Moist) Shampoo in its eye-catching red packaging is aptly named as it is infused with deeply hydrating tsubaki oil and other moisturising ingredients to soften the driest of hair straight from the roots. It also gently cleanses dirty hair while repairing damage and breakage, leaving it glossy, soft, and shiny. For those with itchy scalps, this shampoo helps prevent dandruff while forming a protective barrier against pollutants.

Why we love it:

Bold packaging
Repairs dry and damaged hair
Floral and fruity fragrance

Cons:

Might not be suitable for those with oily hair

Price: RM33.60

Where to buy: Watsons

2. Superfood Lab Biotin Plus Oil Shampoo

Don’t be put off by the name — Superfood Lab’s Biotin Plus Oil Shampoo is packed with highly moisturising natural oils that care for dehydrated scalps. Along with four types of natural oils, it contains superfood ingredients and biotin to enhance hair strength, resilience, and shine while addressing greying and thinning hair. Free from harmful ingredients, this shampoo is perfect for those with sensitive skin. Enjoy the delightful scent of neroli and jasmine with every wash.

Why we love it:

Contains four types of natural oils
Enriched with biotin
Smells of neroli and jasmine

Cons:

Might not be suitable for those with oily hair

Price: RM62.91

Where to buy: Watsons

3. Lux Hair Glow Repair & Shine Shampoo

Yearning for luxurious hair? Try Lux’s Hair Glow series, specifically their Lux Hair Glow Repair & Shine Shampoo. This popular Japanese haircare brand believes that the key to shiny hair is water retention, which explains why their shampoo contains 24 different types of amino acids and white fungus. These ingredients protect against moisture loss that causes damage and dryness. By delivering and retaining moisture from the core, Lux Hair Glow ensures sustained hydration, keeping hair manageable all day long.

Why we love it:

Contains 24 amino acids and white fungus
Encourages water retention
Contains pearl essence

Cons:

Works the best when using alongside the entire Lux Hair Glow series

Price: RM28.32

Where to buy: Watsons

4. Kumano Yushi Horse Oil Shampoo

Our Insiders are among the many people who are sick of finding silicone in our personal care products. Can relate? Kumano’s Yushi Horse Oil Shampoo is free from silicone, ridding your hair of clogged pores and further damage. The horse oil within helps to create a deeply penetrating, smooth lather that gently cares for both hair and scalp, enhancing natural shine. This natural ingredient also has a structure similar to the protective sebum in our bodies, allowing it to be easily absorbed by the skin for long-lasting moisture.

Why we love it:

Silicone-free
Contains natural horse oil
Hydrates skin and hair

Cons:

Contains fragrance

Price: RM47.80

Where to buy: Shopee

5. Maro 3D Volume Up Shampoo

Maro’s 3D Volume Up Shampoo is a godsend for unfortunate souls who were cursed with lifelessly flat and thin hair. This Japanese shampoo adds exceptional volume and thickness to hair by soothing and nourishing the scalp to prevent thinning and hair loss. Simply lather this product into your hair and experience its refreshingly tingly cooling sensation on your scalp. Say goodbye to annoyingly flat hair before greeting your volumised healthy locks with wide, open arms!

Why we love it:

Helps volumise hair
Unisex fragrance
Cooling sensation

Cons:

Might not be suitable for those with dry hair

Price: RM44.91

Where to buy: Watsons

6. Moist Diane Perfect Beauty Extra Hair Fall Control Shampoo

Another great option for thinning hair is Moist Diane’s Perfect Beauty Extra Hair Fall Control Shampoo. Boost your hair growth and maintain a healthy scalp with anti-inflammatory Wasabi Flavone, which increases scalp micro-circulation and fortifies hair follicles. The nourishing botanical serum within this shampoo is made out of sakura, pearl, rose, yuzu, pomegranate, and ginseng — all ingredients which are chock-full of nutrients to help keep both your hair and scalp strong and healthy.

Why we love it:

Proven to reduce hair fall
Boosts scalp blood circulation
Decreases scalp redness, sebum, and dandruff

Cons:

Might not be suitable for those with dry hair

Price: RM35.91

Where to buy: Watsons

7. &Honey Silky Smooth Moisture Shampoo

This Silky Smooth Moisture Shampoo from &Honey will leave your hair as glossy and full of nutrients as the ingredient it contains. Made with a blend of honey extracts (Manuka, Himawari, and Raw Honey), this shampoo will leave your hair radiantly smooth, supple, and silky — and smelling of fresh pears from Japan. If you’re dealing with perpetually tangled hair, this Silky Smooth Moisture shampoo will help you get rid of unwanted clumps by keeping hair cuticles sealed and smooth.

Why we love it:

Contains three honey extracts
Keeps hair tangle-free
Fresh pear scent

Cons:

Higher price point

Price: RM108.74

Where to buy: Shopee

8. Kao Merit Shampoo

Kao’s Merit Shampoo is geared towards scalp care, helping to prevent dandruff and itchiness by keeping the scalp nice and refreshed. It has a rich, gentle lather that cleanses impurities found in both the scalp and hair. This shampoo is formulated with plant-derived licorice to regulate scalp renewal, along with eucalyptus and chamomile to keep everything nice and moisturised. With its weak acidity and non-silicone formula, Kao’s Merit shampoo is suitable for all age groups and skin types.

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