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If you suffer from damaged or dry hair, then you’ll want to check out this list of the best Japanese hair conditioners and treatments. Whether you're battling frizz, split ends, or lackluster locks, these exceptional products offer a blend of natural ingredients and the latest in haircare technology to restore your hair’s vitality.
Dry or damaged hair can be caused by a variety of factors such as harsh weather conditions, UV rays, or treatments such as coloring, highlights, and perms. Finding the right product to maintain your hair’s natural shine and luster can seem like an overwhelming task with so many products to choose from, but in this article, we’ve narrowed down the list to include some of our favorite products as rated by our customers.
Read on to discover our recommendations for the best conditioners and treatments for dry and damaged hair!
How we decided
- Hair ConcernTargeted for issues like dryness, split ends, frizz, heat damage, or limp/coarse hair
- Ingredients & TechnologyEffective formulas with nourishing oils, proteins, honey, or repair tech like nano capsules and ion-repair
- Customer FeedbackSelected for proven results in softness, shine, manageability, and repair
Shiseido Fino Premium Touch Hair Mask 230g
Shiseido Fino Premium Touch is a Japanese hair treatment mask ideally suited for dry and damaged hair. Within its formula you’ll find nourishing ingredients such as royal jelly, PCA, and lipidure to help your hair regain its strength, smoothness, and shine.
The Fino mask repairs, strengthens, and smoothens the hair while giving it a glossy look that helps to retain the hair color for longer. The mask is applied directly to wet hair after shampooing and is ideally used once or twice a week for optimal results.
This highly rated product has great reviews from our customers who have seen improvements to their hair in harsh and humid climates and in big cities where the water is hard. In fact, the Fino Hair Mask has become such a popular product among Japanese Taste customers so we've started offering it in a 3-pack.
Pros
- Deeply repairs and softens dry, frizzy hair
- Noticeable smoothness and shine
- Affordable salon-quality mask
Cons
- May weigh fine hair down
- May leave residue if not thoroughly rinsed out
Shiseido Tsubaki Premium EX Japanese Camellia Hair Treatment for Damaged Hair 490ml
The new Tsubaki series of hair treatment from Shiseido has a sweet floral aroma of rose and Japanese camellia fruit, and also contains ingredients such as royal jelly, camellia oil, and soy protein to smoothen hair.
The treatment’s original ion-repair formula penetrates into your hair to repair it from the inside out, while leaving it with a glossy finish. It also includes pearl-based protein and amino acids as supporting ingredients for healthier and stronger hair.
Pros
- Camellia oil & royal jelly deeply nourish hair
- Improves softness and manages frizz
- Works quickly, often without long wait time
Cons
- Not strong enough for extremely damaged hair alone
- May feel heavier on fine hair
Mucota Adllura Aire 06 Hair Mask Treatment Moisture 200g
This Japanese hair mask treatment is formulated with high-quality ingredients and is also found in professional hair salons. Designed for use once or twice a week after washing hair, the mask works to provide nutrients to the hair whilst delivering a moisturizing effect to restore its softness and shine.
This hair mask has 5-star reviews from our customers who noticed visible results to their hair after just one use.
Pros
- Salon-grade ingredients penetrate deeply
- Helps restore softness and shine
- Works well on heat/UV-stressed hair
Cons
- Premium pricing vs drugstore masks
- Strong scent for sensitive users
Kracie Ichikami Moisturizing Hair Treatment 180g
Ichikami Moisturizing Hair Treatment is an intense Japanese hair mask that makes hair smooth and manageable by repairing badly damaged hair ends and protecting against further damage. It also retains moisture on the scalp and hair strands, providing a smooth and silky hair finish.
This treatment has a sweet and fruity fragrance of apricot and cherry blossoms and is formulated with botanical ingredients such as rice bran, apricot oil, tea blossom extract, walnut, blackberry lily, and camellia.
Pros
- Botanical extracts (rice, apricot oil) soothe and soften
- Smooths hair and seals cuticles
- Sulfate/silicone-free (gentler)
Cons
- Mild repair; may need boosting for severe damage
- Not as rich as salon masks
Milbon Plarmia Hairserum Treatment M 500g
Milbon Plarmia Hairserum Treatment is ideally suited for normal and coarse hair to repair any possible damage. This premium Japanese hair serum treatment reconstructs broken proteins while providing hydration to damaged hair.
Milbon's exclusive Plarmia formula combines emollient oils, botanical extracts, and technology to revitalize and restore shine, smoothness, and softness to dull hair. This luxurious hair treatment takes just 30 seconds to work making it one of the faster-acting products available.
Pros
- Keratin-based repair strengthens fiber
- Hydrates and reduces frizz
- Leaves hair soft and manageable
Cons
- May feel too rich for fine/oily hair
- Higher cost
LUX Luminique Damage Repair Treatment 450g
LUX Luminique’s treatment works to intensively repair damaged hair using natural ingredients. This product is ideally suited for consumers looking for a treatment that delivers results without relying on harmful chemicals. It’s also packed full of 10 ingredients designed to protect your hair from further damage.
Available in a refreshing rose and peach aroma, the treatment is enhanced with a blend of three moisturizing oils, including argan oil, macadamia nut oil, and jojoba oil to keep hair feeling healthy and shiny, as well as strengthen any damaged hair strands.
Pros
- Moisturizing oils (argan/macadamia/jojoba) nourish hair
- Strengthens strands vs further damage
- Provides glossy finish
Cons
- Not as intensive as salon masks
- Floral/fruity scent may be strong
Allna Organic Treatment Salon Exclusive Hair Smoothing Treatment 500ml
This salon-quality hair treatment is a luxurious organic product which is usually only available to professional hair stylists. It has an amino acid-based formula that won’t damage hair and a blended fragrance featuring tea tree oil, lavender, and orange.
As well as making hair feel softer and smoother, this treatment can also alleviate split ends. This treatment is also free from additives that are commonly found in other products such as synthetic colorants, mineral oils, sulfate, and alcohol.
Allna Organic is a Japanese beauty brand that displays a commitment to producing high-quality organic cosmetics. They specialize in supplying haircare products for hair salons, and this hair treatment is acknowledged to be their flagship product.
Pros
- Free from sulfates, mineral oils, alcohol
- Organic formulas soften hair gently
- Helps reduce split ends
Cons
- Subtle results vs rich treatments
- Not for severe damage
RinRen Treatment Rose & Tsubaki Vegan Hair Repair Treatment 480ml
The manufacturer of this vegan-friendly product is passionate about using the healing power of Japanese plants to repair hair damage. Its core ingredients are rose and tsubaki (Japanese camellia), which provide deep moisturizing effects to your hair while restoring its damage from the inside. Other ingredients include rose water to provide an elegant floral aroma.
No animal-based ingredients are used in this product, which is manufactured without animal testing, and 95% of its bottle composition is accounted for by recycled materials to help achieve sustainability.
Pros
- Plant-based moisture and repair
- Elegant floral scent
- Recycled packaging
Cons
- Mild repair; may need extra boost
- Large bottle can be bulky
ViCREA &honey Silky Smooth Moisture Treatment 2.0 (Japanese Honey Hair Treatment) 445g
ViCREA's &honey series is the most popular honey-based cosmetic brand in Japan. This Silky Smooth Moisture Treatment helps improve tangled hair to make it smooth enough to run your fingers through with ease.
This Japanese haircare item has a refreshing pear aroma and is made from high-quality honey and natural ingredients. It contains 50% New Zealand Manuka honey, 30% Myanmar sunflower honey, and 20% Japanese raw honey, along with moisturizing hyaluronic acid. It is also free from sulfate, mineral oils, propylene glycol, and paraben.
Pros
- Deep hydration with honey & argan oil
- Detangles easily
- Natural-derived ingredients
Cons
- Heavy formula may weigh fine hair
- Strong scent can be overwhelming
Lebel Proedit Care Works Hair Treatment Bounce Fit Plus 250ml
This professional hair treatment is recommended for people with fine and damaged hair to help restore volume and shine, with a smooth finish. It deeply nourishes each strand of hair, working to repair the internal structure for shinier hair with more elasticity. Applied on wet hair after shampooing, this treatment takes just five minutes to work its magic.
Pros
- Adds volume and elasticity
- Repairs internal hair structure
- Works quickly after shampoo
Cons
- Mild repair vs deep masks
- Not ideal for coarse hair
Oshima Tsubaki Camellia Premium Hair Conditioner 300ml
Oshima Tsubaki premium hair conditioner is formulated with Tsubaki oil (Camellia Japonica Flower seed oil) and three further extracts from the Camellia flower to keep your scalp hydrated and retain moisture in your hair, gently repairing any damage.
Made with natural ingredients, this conditioner is colorant-free and paraffin-free and can be used daily after shampooing hair.
Pros
- Gentle, plant-based hydration with camellia oil
- Improves softness and shine
- Good for everyday use
Cons
- Not intensive enough for severe damage
- Mild scent
Napla Imprime Moisture Hair Treatment Beta β 200g
Described as ‘wonderful’ and ‘the best hair treatment’ by Japanese Taste customers, Napla Imprime Moisture Treatment Beta β repairs the hair from the core to keep it hydrated, settled, and smooth with a sleek texture.
This professional hair treatment has a fruity and floral scent featuring apple and peach, and also contains argan oil which is effective for moisturizing and repairing hair.
Pros
- Apple/peach scent and moisturizing texture
- Keeps hair soft and sleek
- Professional quality
Cons
- Weekly use recommended
- Not heavy repair for severe damage
Yolu Calm Night Repair Hair Treatment for Damaged Hair 440g
You may not realize it but going to bed can actually damage your hair! Friction against bedlinen can lead to hair dryness and roughness, but by using this treatment before bedtime you can experience waking up the next morning with smoother hair.
The treatment’s rich formulation containing ceramide allows you to moisturize your hair from the inside while nemunoki (pink silk or mimosa) tree extract improves the condition of your scalp.
This treatment also has a lovely soothing fragrance to help you feel relaxed before bedtime, the top notes comprise fruity scents of neroli, orange, and cassis (blackcurrant), the middle notes include floral scents of peony and lavender, and the base notes have woody scents including musk and sandalwood.
Pros
- Moisturizes while you sleep
- Ceramide nourishes hair & scalp
- Relaxing scent
Cons
- Heavy formula for morning
- Night-only use may not suit all routines
Orbis Essence In Hair Mask Rinse-Off Shiny Hair Treatment 200g
Orbis Essence In Hair Mask delivers salon-quality repair and shine in one step. Its nano repair capsules and cuticle-repairing enhancer replenish lipids and proteins while protecting hair from damage. Lightweight and non-sticky, it smooths unruly strands and tames split ends. Fragrance-free and paraben-free, it’s perfect for daily or weekly use to keep hair soft, shiny, and manageable.
Pros
- Penetrates deep to repair internal hair structure
- Lightweight, non-sticky, leaves hair smooth and shiny
- Fragrance-free, colorant-free, and paraben-free
Cons
- May need daily use for very damaged hair
- Lighter formula may not suit very coarse hair
Want more Japanese hair care recommendations? Check out this article on 10 of the Best Japanese Shampoos for Dry and Damaged Hair.
