Do you skip conditioner because you're in a rush? Because you don't think you need it? Because you tried it in the past and it made your hair feel too weighed down? I was guilty of all using all these excuses in the past, and my hair suffered because of my negligence. What I discovered was that I was simply using the wrong conditioner.

You see, a conditioner's ingredients need be tailored to your hair's needs, including factors like texture, damage, strand thickness and overall density. Do you color your hair or have an itchy, dry scalp? The best conditioner can make a huge difference—especially when it comes to fighting frizz and fraying. It not only helps your hair look and feel better, but you're actually helping your hair and scalp stay healthy. And if you're looking to hang onto your locks, then you'll want a better bottle waiting for you in the shower.

We asked barbers and hairstylists for their recommendations, then scoured the internet and drugstore shelves for the best bottles to try out. After several rounds and multiple testers, we've compiled this helpful list of the most effective bottles for your particular hair needs.