Our free hair care quiz helps you compare a routine around your natural texture, hair history, scalp and budget. It is free for anyone to use, with no account, email address or purchase required to see the results.
You do not need to know which brand or range to buy before starting. Answer seven short questions, review the product shortlist and keep only the steps that make sense for you. The suggestions are a shopping guide based on product information, not a diagnosis of a scalp or hair-loss condition.
What does the hair routine finder ask?
Your preferred brand and main goal
You can start with a brand you already like, such as Kérastase, Redken, Pureology or Olaplex, or choose Help me choose. Next, describe the result you want: softer-feeling lengths, smoother styling, colour care, curl definition or another goal shown on the screen.
Choose the concerns you notice between washes. “My lengths feel dry and I want my waves to keep their shape” is a more useful starting point than expecting every possible benefit from every product.
Natural texture and how the strands feel
Answer the texture question for your natural hair: straight, wavy, curly or coily. Regular straightening does not change the natural texture you are working with.
The following question uses fine, medium and thick/coarse descriptions. Read the wording under each choice and select the closest fit. Fine strands and a lot of hair can occur together, so think about product weight as well as how much hair you have.
Hair history and scalp
Tell the finder whether your hair is minimally processed, colour-treated, lightened or frequently heat-styled. Use your usual pattern rather than one special-occasion hairstyle.
Then consider your scalp separately from the ends. Oily roots and dry lengths can coexist. A rich product you enjoy on the tips does not automatically belong on the scalp, so check each suggested product’s application instructions.
Total routine budget
Choose what you would like to spend on the essentials. The quiz itself has no charge. Its results show product prices and estimated eligible offers, while shipping and final checkout totals should be checked separately.
What will your results show?
Your shortlist identifies the core roles, such as shampoo and conditioner, with product links and an estimated total. Where an optional treatment is suggested, it is clearly separate: you can leave it unselected.
An extra mask or treatment can take the selection above your chosen budget. Review the change before adding it. You can also deselect products you do not need and use Edit answers to revisit your choices.
Turn the shortlist into a routine you will use
- Compare with your current products. Keep what already works rather than replacing everything automatically.
- Check wash-out versus leave-in directions. A serum, mask or spray can have a different place in the routine.
- Give each extra a job. Detangling, finishing and a weekly treatment are different needs.
- Keep styling practical. Product choices should fit the time and technique you want to use.
Our guides explain Kérastase hair oil versus serum, Pureology Color Fanatic leave-in spray and Redken One United when you want to explore a particular step.
Do I have to buy anything?
No. The hair quiz and its results are free. Adding selected products to a basket is a separate choice, and you can leave without placing an order.
Can I save the routine?
The results offer Email my routine and Print / save PDF. Email saving is optional; an email address is not needed to view the shortlist.
Can it diagnose hair loss or a scalp condition?
No. Sudden shedding, patchy loss, persistent inflammation or other concerning symptoms need professional advice. A cosmetic product match is not an individual clinical assessment.
Try the free hair care quiz, or explore the free skin and hair routine finders together.