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Keep those fiery locks from fading.

There are all kinds of shampoos out there, and chances are you already know that you should choose a formula based on your hair type—dry and damaged, curly, or color-treated, for example. But what you might not know is that sometimes the best shampoo for you actually depends on the specific hue of your hair—especially if you're a redhead.

"Red hair color has special needs, because the pigment in red hair has a tendency to fade faster than other colors," says Gerard Caruso, salon owner and creative director of milk_shake. And while less frequent washes, minimizing the use of hot tools, and adding UV protectants can help, you really want to be using a colored shampoo or hair color hair mask to maintain and enhance the vibrancy of those gorgeous ginger shades, says Katelyn Ellsworth, founder of The Roslyn in San Diego.

Meet Our Experts: Gerard Caruso, salon owner and creative director of milk_shake, Katelyn Ellsworth, founder of The Roslyn in San Diego, Raluca Dobos, a colorist at Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City

Here, the hardworking formulas stylists recommend most.

"This shampoo really cleans the scalp and hair without stripping the color," says Raluca Dobos, a colorist at Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City, who adds that, because of this, it's ideal for reds who may be skipping wash days to preserve their hair color. It offers a deep cleanse that won't leave strands dry and prone to fading. As a nice bonus, the formula has an amazing smell that really lingers, days Dobos.

Fading comes any number of things, including the sunlight, frequent washes, hard water, and chlorine in pools and jacuzzis. To help mitigate the damage these things cause, use a color-locking formula like this one, says Ellsworth. It's great for all hair types and offers tons of protection, she says.

If you wash frequently, a pigmented shampoo like this one can help enhance your color. Dobos recommends this highly concentrated shampoo for anyone with copper tones. "It's infused with color pigments that will enhance your color while washing." But a word of caution: Only use this shampoo every few washes—not as your primary shampoo. "It's very brightly colored and it may stain the skin and fabrics."

If you want to have a little fun with your red locks, try Lime Crime's Unicorn Hair Color Shampoo. Available in four very vibrant shades (reds include fuchsia and a purple that skews burgundy). While you wash, the vegan formula deposits highly-pigmented color, leaving you with brighter, shinier hair.

Safe for all shades of red—both natural and color-treated—this budget-friendly shampoo works just as hard as higher-end formulas. That's because it contains nourishing ingredients like pomegranate extract and vitamin E to boost softness and shine, plus preserve color.

Is there anything more alluring than red hair with brilliant shine? If you have warm red or copper tones, that's exactly what this hydrating shampoo, recommended by Ellsworth, will give you. It's perfectly suitable for color-treated hair, too, since it's formulated without any harsh ingredients like sulphates, silicones, and parabens.

Because this hardworking shampoo contains a host of nourishing ingredients like rosehip oil, arginine, and keratin, it works overtime to not only protect against fading, but also control static, add luster, and protect hair from UV damage. It also deposits subtle red tones to help keep hair looking vibrant, no matter how often you wash.

Streamline your beauty routine with this 3-in-1 product. It deposits rich, vibrant red color (after all, it's called "Redlicious"), thoroughly cleanses, and adds moisture all at the same time.