If there’s one shampoo I’ll purchase again and again, it’s Ranavat’s Regenerative Veda-Bond Complex. I notice way more shine and much silkier strands when I air-dry, thanks to antioxidant-rich amla and ashwagandha. The brand considers the formula a “champagne lather” which, yes, is as chic as it sounds: It refers to how the blend spreads throughout the hair and produces delicate bubbles to gently cleanse without stripping the scalp.
That said, If you really want a deep clean, you do need to rinse and repeat to truly lift all the gunk. I usually oil my hair on wash days (with Ranavat’s Fortifying Hair Serum), so I do need two rounds of shampoo to make sure my scalp gets a proper scrub. But even with the extra wash, my scalp feels supple and hydrated. I’m also obsessed with the jasmine scent—subtle yet so luxurious.
What our tester says.
I’m not the only one to sing its praises. mbg assistant beauty editor, Hannah Frye, also considers it one of her favorites.
“When I tested the lab samples of this shampoo and conditioner duo, I immediately started counting down the days until I could get the full-sized bottles,” she says. “Before using this shampoo, I looked at my scalp in the mirror: I saw flakes, dryness, and a bit of irritation—thanks to the seasonal transition. Yet after just one use (I repeat, one single use), my scalp immediately looked and felt better.”
