Insider could earn an affiliate commission if you purchase through our links. Find out more.Conditioners make hair shiny and healthy.Conditioners moisturize with oils and butters and strengthen with proteins.Based on hair type and hair requirements, we found 16 of our top conditioners.No matter how your hair looks, you can be sure that it is made up of dead protein cells. Hair has a tendency of drying out and breaking, so conditioner is essential to keep it healthy. Conditioner is an essential step in hair care if you want your hair to be healthy and moisturized.Dr. Kari Williams, a certified trichologist, tells INSIDER that conditioners are used to strengthen hair.It is important to determine how much moisture your hair requires when searching for the best conditioner. Your hair type, texture, curl pattern and hair type will determine how susceptible your hair is to breaking.You should also consider how strong your hair needs to be and if you are protein sensitive. This video will explain more about protein overload and protein sensitivity.We sorted the 16 top conditioners by hair type.