These Hairstylist-Recommended Dry Shampoos Extend the Life of Your Blowout

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Dry shampoo has changed the game for our haircare routines. It's a do-it-all product that adds life to your strands and extends the life of your hairstyle by removing the look of oily roots and scalp. If you don't already have a dry shampoo in your routine, this is your sign to get one. Ahead, learn about the benefits of dry shampoo, what to look for when shopping for a formula, and the best options available on the market.

The Benefits of Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoo is the easiest way to get rid of dirt, sweat, and oil when you are short on time, it can help add some volume when you need to switch up a hairstyle, and it can help you preserve your hair color for longer periods of time. In fact, washing your hair every day with regular shampoo isn’t always recommended. Sally Hershberger Salon stylist and celebrity colorist Jorge Luis says he strongly advises his balayage clients with longer hair “to shampoo twice a week, because this way you preserve your color” while not being too harsh on the hair. Celebrity hairdresser, educator and founder of eponymous haircare brand, Vernon François, agrees but also points out the importance of the difference between the two: “Dry shampoos are for use in between regular shampooing but not to fully replace doing that.” The benefits of this must-have product, however, do not stop there. “They take away unwanted greasy hair and give you an incredible texture that is refreshed,” says Luis. By absorbing sweat and reducing odor, dry shampoos will leave you feeling cleansed and ready to take on the day, or night out.

Even if you’re new to the game, there’s no need to worry because you’ll get the hang of it in no time. Celebrity hairstylist Gabriel Samra offers his best tips on how to use a dry shampoo, which include shaking the can, holding it about 8 inches away from your head, and spraying softly onto your root area. “Once you spray, rub it into your hair and scalp with your fingers until there’s no more oil; brush it out, style, and voilà!”

What to look for in a dry shampoo formula

The tough part? Finding the right dry shampoo for you. Samra recommends considering the different scents to figure out which one is a better fit, as well as choosing the consistency of the product. “An aerosol can be convenient and fast, but powders are great if you have fine hair,” he states. From sensitive hair to curly hair to colored hair—it comes down to your hair type and texture. With expert-approved choices and all-time favorites, take a look at the list we’ve put together below of the best dry shampoos to pick up this summer.

No.4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo

Get rid of the look of oiliness without the white residue thanks to its ultra-fine micro starches. Not only does it soak up oil and grease, but rambutan seed extract also helps to neutralizes odor-causing pollutants and soothe the scalp. It offers weightless body and healthy-looking hair.

Refresh Dry Shampoo

Made using tapioca starch and witch hazel to absorb excess oils in your hair, this dry shampoo is highly recommended for thin hair types. It contains organic honey to also add volume and shine. "This dry shampoo in mousse texture form is the answer to all your prayers,” says Jorge Luis. It doesn't leave behind a white residue and it's formulated without phthalates, ethoxylates, sulfates, and parabens. It's an organic and natural option to add to your haircare routine.

Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

As its name implies, this dry shampoo helps you get that perfect hair day with ease. It's a unisex product that works great on all hair types, thanks to its fast absorbing powders. After one spritz, your hair will look, feel, and smell cleaner. In addition to prolonging the time you can wait until your next deep shampooing session, it’s safe for chemically and color-treated hair, on top of being cruelty-free.

Voluminous Dry Shampoo

This dry shampoo is the ultimate eco-friendly product to buy if you’re looking for an all-natural product. Made with plant-based ingredients including cassava (a historical staple for Amazonian people), cosmetic clay, and organic star anise, it easily extracts the sweat from your hair and revives it in no time. A plus: It’s packaged in a sustainable non-aerosol dispenser.

Oat Milk Dry Shampoo

This plant-based and vegan dry shampoo made with oat milk is an all-time favorite amongst hairstylists and beauty editors. It has an ultra-fine powder that's easy to work through the hair and leave it looking clean and refreshed. Also, oat milk helps to make hair strands feel softer.

Gold Lust Dry Shampoo

This dry shampoo is ideal for practically all hair types and textures ranging from fine to thick and straight to curly hair. In addition to extracting the excess grease in your hair, it’ll nourish damaged hair and extend your hairstyle for longer. Jorge Luis lists it as one of his top favorites because it's “versatile, meaning it also functions as a hairspray to keep your hair in place and does not flake or get too much of a buildup.” Another plus: Oribe products are paraben-free, as well as dermatologist and PETA approved.

Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo

While efficiently accomplishing what all dry shampoos are meant to do, this dry shampoo also takes extra special care of colored hair. It provides heat protection while not further damaging your color-treated hair. Using rice starch as its key ingredient, it absorbs the oil and dirt in your hair while adding a tuberose, almond milk, and cedarwood blend scent to remove all odor and leave you feeling refreshed.

Perk Up Talc-Free Dry Shampoo

Amika’s talc-free dry shampoo is celebrity hairstylist Gabriel Samra's "number one go-to product for a dry shampoo that smells amazing and doesn't leave any sticky residue." Of its many perks, it provides when styling your hair using rice starch as well as nourishing the hair using sea buckthorn.

Naturia Dry Shampoo

This lightly scented dry shampoo with a light beige tint is made without sulfates, parabens, silicones, or sodium chloride. It efficiently refreshes your hair and adds volume using rice and cornstarch as well as clay and silica powders to shape it the way you want it. It stands out thanks to its infusion of mint and caraway essential oils that smooth, calm, and cleanse the scalp, while an infusion of basil provides aromatic benefits.

24K Supreme Stylist Voluminous Dry Shampoo

According to colorist Jorge Luis, this product is “the holy grail of all dry shampoos.” When asked why, he explained how thanks to the invisibility of the spray, you won’t have to worry about it leaving any residue, flakiness, or sticky texture. “You can create the sexiest hairstyles, and it will still feel as light as a feather, on all hair types,” he explains. Hydrolyzed wheat protein and caffeine, paired with keratin and glycerin, ensure that the product will refresh and hydrate your hair.

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