Yahoo LifestyleThese Dry Shampoos Keep Hair Looking Fresh and Clean Between Washes
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These Dry Shampoos Keep Hair Looking Fresh and Clean Between Washes
No one wants to lather, rinse, and repeat every day—and many experts agree that you shouldn’t. Fortunately, the best dry shampoo can make your hair look fresh and clean, tiding you over until your next wash day.
The age of bad hair days is over. There are countless dry shampoos on the market today to choose from, and you can guarantee that there’s an option for each and every hair type or need out there. Since there are so many options, you might be unsure of what to prioritize: voluminous strands or refreshing your scalp? Or maybe you want a dry shampoo that will match your latest hair color transformation?
Let’s start with the basics: You might be wondering: why is washing my hair every day not a good idea? Kiley Fitzgerald, a celebrity hairstylist, tells us that “not washing your hair every day allows hair to grow more, because a lot of breakage occurs in the shower and during shampooing.” She adds that “when you shampoo your hair, you rid your scalp of oils, causing it to reproduce oil back into the scalp more quickly. Instead of washing your hair every day, use a dry shampoo with absorption benefits to keep your hair looking clean and fresh.”
Of course, dry shampoo saves you time with less hair washing, but there are a lot of other reasons to use it too, says Fitzgerald. “It keeps your hair smelling great even if it’s really dirty, which comes in handy. Also, dry shampoo adds so much body and volume at the root of hair, helping to style and keep longer.” And if you are one of those people who always feel like their hair is dirty, even right after washing it, “that’s a tell-tale sign of over-oil production from washing too frequently,” Fitzgerald explains. If you find yourself in this situation, dry shampoo is practically made for you!
So if you’re in the market to buy stock up on dry shampoo but don’t know where to start, we did the research for you to find all the best recommended dry shampoos for every hair need.
How we chose the best dry shampoos
We consulted celebrity hairstylist Kiley Fitzgerald, some of our own Prevention team members, and reviewers who have shared their own insights after using the products on our list.
Our top picks
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1) Batiste Dry Shampoo, Original
Batiste
amazon.com
$19.99
This dry shampoo is a cult favorite for a reason. It gives your hair an instant refresh and is budget-friendly too. No frills, just be sure to thoroughly shake the bottle before spraying the product into your tresses to avoid any unwanted residue. One reviewer says “with this, I won't lie, I've gone 7, 8 days without washing and it still looks clean and not greasy! I really couldn't believe it.”
Batiste - 3/12
2) Dry Shampoo
Living Proof
amazon.com
$41.00
Most dry shampoos can mask scent and absorb oiliness, but this one will actually clean your hair with no water required, and (we feel) it smells so good. Prevention’s digital director Allie Early swears by Living Proof dry shampoo to keep her blonde hair looking fresh in the summertime: “The bottle is so easy to toss in a weekend bag or use quickly before going out to dinner!”
Living Proof - 4/12
3) Clean Freak Unscented Dry Shampoo
Not Your Mother's
amazon.com
$15.49
You’ll love this one for its drugstore price and high-quality formula. This no-nonsense dry shampoo works especially on curly hair types and textures and works super well with your wallet. One reviewer says “this works great and is perfect for my needs so can’t imagine a more expensive brand working any better!”
Not Your Mother's - 5/12
4) Death Valley Dry Shampoo
R+Co
amazon.com
$32.00
Want to reduce oiliness and increase volume? This product will give you the best of both worlds and will give even the most flat and limp hair types a voluminous lift. One reviewer says this product was “hand down the best dry shampoo”: “Most dry shampoos look fine in the morning, but in the afternoon my hair looks terrible without much body/lift. This R+Co Death Valley dry shampoo keeps your hair looking great all day long.”
R+Co - 6/12
5) Perk Up Dry Shampoo
amika
amazon.com
$26.00
You might want to choose this option just for the pretty package it comes in, but the real plus behind this choice is the smell. This option will refresh your hair and leave your hair smelling amazing all day long. Prevention’s senior editor Emily Goldman says “Amika all the way!”: “This dry shampoo has an incredible smell and adds volume to roots. Not to mention, it doesn’t leave hair stiff like so many other dry shampoos. After a few sprays my hair looks refreshed and full of oil-free life!”
Amika - 7/12
6) Refresh Revitalize Argan Oil Dry Shampoo
OGX
amazon.com
$7.89
If your hair tends to be more dry or brittle, this option comes highly recommended. This option won’t leave you with a greasy feel either. Though because it contains argan oil, it may be a bit too heavy for individuals with thinner hair. One reviewer says “naturally, my hair is very “straw” like and dry, but the roots get super greasy super fast and it makes my hair look so flat, so I decided to try this dry shampoo. IT WORKED LIKE MAGIC!!”
OGX - 8/12
7) Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk
Klorane
amazon.com
$20.00
Brunettes can struggle to find a truly invisible dry shampoo that won’t leave white or gray strands behind. However, this product uses a natural tint that blends into every hair color and was made with dark hair in mind. Plus, Klorane uses all plant-based ingredients and eco-designed packaging, so order it online guilt-free! One reviewer says “I have very dark brown hair with a very oily scalp. This stuff is WONDERFUL! Leaves zero white or gray cast.”
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8) Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones
Moroccanoil
amazon.com
$26.00
In contrast with the last pick, this product was made specifically for those with golden and platinum locks. Our blonde friends will appreciate that the powdery formula sprays purple out of the can, like an in-shower purple toning shampoo that cancels brassiness! One reviewer says “it smells great, gives you some volume, and it doesn’t leave your hair stiff and crunchy like a lot of others do. I’m on day 4 hair & with this dry shampoo it looks like I just washed it. Definitely worth the extra money!”
Moroccanoil - 10/12
9) Detox Dry Shampoo
Drybar
amazon.com
$26.00
This “detox” prioritizes maximum oil absorbency while also adding volume and texture to your roots. Though this product tailors to blondes and those with lighter color locks, it also won't weigh down those of us with thin or fine hair. One reviewer says it's the “ONLY dry shampoo with minimal scent but also light enough not to weigh down my hair. All time favorite!”
Drybar - 11/12
10) Gold Lust Dry Shampoo
ORIBE
amazon.com
$48.00
Though this option is pricier than the others, it just might be worth the splurge. It does everything you need a dry shampoo to do, with an even more luxurious feel and signature scent. Prevention’s assistant editor Madeleine Haase loves the Oribe brand and her hair loves it too: “I have yet to try an Oribe product that I haven’t loved. The signature scent of their brand keeps my hair smelling fresh and fragrant all day and their dry shampoo is no exception!”
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11) Deep Clean Dry Shampoo
REDKEN
amazon.com
$25.00
Celebrity hairstylist Kiley Fitzgerald recommends this newly released product, saying that “when hair is really dirty, I opt for a starchy white dry shampoo to spray into the hair and comb to really get the dirt out, like Redken’s new Deep Clean Dry Shampoo.” An added bonus is that this new product gives your hair a “clean and cooling sensation” so we can expect it will become a popular favorite fast.
RedKen
