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How to choose the best dry shampoo for your hair

By
Mitali Shah
3
min read
Hair
How to choose the best dry shampoo for your hair
Beauty Front Benchers
Hair

How to choose the best dry shampoo for your hair

By
Mitali Shah
By
Mitali Shah
Beauty Front Benchers
Hair
3
Min read
Spritz, spritz and spritz
How to choose the best dry shampoo for your hair

In a world where time often feels like a luxury, we’re either constantly on the move or in need of a much-deserved bed rot day. Amid this hustle, dry shampoo has become our go-to hero, offering fresh, voluminous hair without the long shower routine. It’s no wonder it has become a staple in our weekly routines—and our hearts. But finding the right dry shampoo for your hair type can be a challenge, requiring a bit of research and experimentation.

To make it easier, we’ve created a complete guide to help you choose the best dry shampoo for your hair. Whether you have oily roots, struggle with mid-week greasiness, or simply need a quick refresh, read on to discover what to look for when shopping for this essential.

PS: Keep in mind, dry shampoo is a quick refresher, not a replacement for a good shampoo and conditioner routine.

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Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo (225ml)
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L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist (80 ml)
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Olaplex
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Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo (250ml)

This shampoo uses a unique detoxifying formula that aims to cleanse and add volume without disrupting the scalp’s balance. It is residue-free, making it especially suitable for those who value a soft, fresh feel without added weight. The volumising effect provides lift at the roots, extending the longevity of styled looks.
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Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo (180ml)

Eimi Dry Me Shampoo effectively absorbs oils for refreshing hair between washes. Its fine powder application ensures it blends evenly without any visible traces or residue. It offers a soft, clean texture for your tresses. This dry shampoo may work well for those seeking a smooth, polished finish with a subtle, long-lasting scent.
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Kevin Murphy
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Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray (100ml)

This lightweight dry shampoo spray adds volume and gives hair some texture, making it a versatile choice for those with fine or flat hair. Known for its non-sticky formula, it effectively absorbs oil while maintaining a light feel that helps extend style and freshness without buildup.
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Milk Shake
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Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo (225ml)

With a gentle yet effective formula, this dry shampoo offers an instantly refreshing sweet fragrance while eliminating oil and impurities. Its lightweight and non-sticky formulation keeps hair fresh, soft, and manageable. It’s a good option for anyone looking to quickly refresh their hair while adding a light, pleasing scent that lasts.
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L'occitane
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L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist (80 ml)

L’Occitane’s dry shampoo is infused with natural essential oils like thyme and mint, which lend a clean, cooling effect. This lightweight mist gently absorbs oils without weighing down the hair, making it an excellent option for those looking to maintain a natural, airy finish. Its fine formula keeps buildup to a minimum, which is beneficial for preserving the hair’s softness and movement between washes.
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Moroccanoil
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Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo (205ml)

Specifically formulated for darker hair tones, Moroccanoil's Dark Tone dry shampoo offers a unique blend of argan oil and fine rice starch that absorbs excess oil while adding shine. This tinted formula blends seamlessly into darker hair colours, avoiding any visible residue. With its rich signature scent, it also provides long-lasting freshness, making it a go-to for reviving hair without compromising on appearance or texture.
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BBlunt
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BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo (150 ml)

BBlunt’s shampoo is an affordable and reliable option for quickly absorbing excess oils. With its fresh citrusy scent, it can be used to instantly refresh hair, restoring a clean, light feel to the roots. The product’s no-residue formula is particularly helpful for keeping hair bouncy and manageable without heaviness or buildup.
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Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo (150ml)

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For dry hair

Who said you don’t need dry shampoo if you have dry hair? No one is exempt from the grease monster that appears after a few days without a wash. However, if your strands are parched, always opt for products designed to provide some TLC. Look for dry shampoos infused with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, coconut oil, or shea butter. Avoid those formulated with alcohol, fragrance, or harsh preservatives, as these can further dry out your hair. Remember to focus on the roots while applying and gently massage it in for even distribution.

Tira recommends:  

Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo  

Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo

For oily hair

A dry shampoo’s main job is to soak up excess oil, dirt, and impurities that ruin your blowout. If you have oily hair, a reliable dry shampoo is essential. The challenge is finding one that absorbs grease and manages oil production without weighing your hair down or irritating your scalp. Choose alcohol-free products with highly absorbent ingredients like starch or charcoal. You might also opt for one with a light fragrance to mask any odours. Finding the right one may require trial and error but be patient—you will discover one that keeps your hair looking and feeling fresh between washes.

Tira recommends:

Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray

For textured hair

Textured hair can be trickier to care for. When choosing a dry shampoo, select one rich in nourishing ingredients like aloe vera or coconut oil. These help keep your strands hydrated, prevent frizz, and enhance the definition of your curls or waves while absorbing oil. Avoid powder formulations, as they may not suit your hair type; instead, opt for a spray with a feather-light formula that distributes easily without weighing your hair down.

Tira recommends:

Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo  
L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist

For colour-treated hair

Anyone with coloured hair knows the desire to keep their hue fresh and vibrant for as long as possible. While there are shampoos and conditioners specifically designed to preserve and revive colour, you also need a dry shampoo that does the same for days when you lack time for a wash or just feel lazy. Look for products labelled as safe for coloured hair, infused with ingredients like keratin or argan oil, and avoid anything with sulphates. A tinted dry shampoo is a great option, as it blends seamlessly with your colour while refreshing your hair.

Tira recommends:

Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo

For fine hair

If you’re wondering why those with fine hair must be more careful about their formulations, it’s because this hair type is more prone to limp locks. These strands are easily weighed down by grease, dirt, and other impurities. If you relate, you need a dry shampoo with a volumising formula that can provide a bouncy look. Look for products that can be spritzed on, containing ingredients like rice starch or silica, which offer that refreshed, squeaky-clean feeling while maintaining some texture.

Tira recommends:

BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo

Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo

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L'occitane
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For dry hair

Who said you don’t need dry shampoo if you have dry hair? No one is exempt from the grease monster that appears after a few days without a wash. However, if your strands are parched, always opt for products designed to provide some TLC. Look for dry shampoos infused with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, coconut oil, or shea butter. Avoid those formulated with alcohol, fragrance, or harsh preservatives, as these can further dry out your hair. Remember to focus on the roots while applying and gently massage it in for even distribution.

Tira recommends:  

Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo  

Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo

For oily hair

A dry shampoo’s main job is to soak up excess oil, dirt, and impurities that ruin your blowout. If you have oily hair, a reliable dry shampoo is essential. The challenge is finding one that absorbs grease and manages oil production without weighing your hair down or irritating your scalp. Choose alcohol-free products with highly absorbent ingredients like starch or charcoal. You might also opt for one with a light fragrance to mask any odours. Finding the right one may require trial and error but be patient—you will discover one that keeps your hair looking and feeling fresh between washes.

Tira recommends:

Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray

For textured hair

Textured hair can be trickier to care for. When choosing a dry shampoo, select one rich in nourishing ingredients like aloe vera or coconut oil. These help keep your strands hydrated, prevent frizz, and enhance the definition of your curls or waves while absorbing oil. Avoid powder formulations, as they may not suit your hair type; instead, opt for a spray with a feather-light formula that distributes easily without weighing your hair down.

Tira recommends:

Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo  
L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist

For colour-treated hair

Anyone with coloured hair knows the desire to keep their hue fresh and vibrant for as long as possible. While there are shampoos and conditioners specifically designed to preserve and revive colour, you also need a dry shampoo that does the same for days when you lack time for a wash or just feel lazy. Look for products labelled as safe for coloured hair, infused with ingredients like keratin or argan oil, and avoid anything with sulphates. A tinted dry shampoo is a great option, as it blends seamlessly with your colour while refreshing your hair.

Tira recommends:

Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo

For fine hair

If you’re wondering why those with fine hair must be more careful about their formulations, it’s because this hair type is more prone to limp locks. These strands are easily weighed down by grease, dirt, and other impurities. If you relate, you need a dry shampoo with a volumising formula that can provide a bouncy look. Look for products that can be spritzed on, containing ingredients like rice starch or silica, which offer that refreshed, squeaky-clean feeling while maintaining some texture.

Tira recommends:

BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo

Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo

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For dry hair

Who said you don’t need dry shampoo if you have dry hair? No one is exempt from the grease monster that appears after a few days without a wash. However, if your strands are parched, always opt for products designed to provide some TLC. Look for dry shampoos infused with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, coconut oil, or shea butter. Avoid those formulated with alcohol, fragrance, or harsh preservatives, as these can further dry out your hair. Remember to focus on the roots while applying and gently massage it in for even distribution.

Tira recommends:  

Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo  

Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo

For oily hair

A dry shampoo’s main job is to soak up excess oil, dirt, and impurities that ruin your blowout. If you have oily hair, a reliable dry shampoo is essential. The challenge is finding one that absorbs grease and manages oil production without weighing your hair down or irritating your scalp. Choose alcohol-free products with highly absorbent ingredients like starch or charcoal. You might also opt for one with a light fragrance to mask any odours. Finding the right one may require trial and error but be patient—you will discover one that keeps your hair looking and feeling fresh between washes.

Tira recommends:

Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray

For textured hair

Textured hair can be trickier to care for. When choosing a dry shampoo, select one rich in nourishing ingredients like aloe vera or coconut oil. These help keep your strands hydrated, prevent frizz, and enhance the definition of your curls or waves while absorbing oil. Avoid powder formulations, as they may not suit your hair type; instead, opt for a spray with a feather-light formula that distributes easily without weighing your hair down.

Tira recommends:

Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo  
L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist

For colour-treated hair

Anyone with coloured hair knows the desire to keep their hue fresh and vibrant for as long as possible. While there are shampoos and conditioners specifically designed to preserve and revive colour, you also need a dry shampoo that does the same for days when you lack time for a wash or just feel lazy. Look for products labelled as safe for coloured hair, infused with ingredients like keratin or argan oil, and avoid anything with sulphates. A tinted dry shampoo is a great option, as it blends seamlessly with your colour while refreshing your hair.

Tira recommends:

Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo

For fine hair

If you’re wondering why those with fine hair must be more careful about their formulations, it’s because this hair type is more prone to limp locks. These strands are easily weighed down by grease, dirt, and other impurities. If you relate, you need a dry shampoo with a volumising formula that can provide a bouncy look. Look for products that can be spritzed on, containing ingredients like rice starch or silica, which offer that refreshed, squeaky-clean feeling while maintaining some texture.

Tira recommends:

BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo

Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo

Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo (250ml)
Olaplex
1110556
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Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo (180ml)
Wella Professionals
1056991
Know More
Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray (100ml)
Kevin Murphy
1085855
Know More
Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo (225ml)
Milk Shake
1076488
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L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist (80 ml)
L'occitane
1143804
Know More
Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo (205ml)
Moroccanoil
1085713
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BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo (150 ml)
BBlunt
1134252
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Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo (150ml)
Rene Furterer
1076806
Know More

For dry hair

Who said you don’t need dry shampoo if you have dry hair? No one is exempt from the grease monster that appears after a few days without a wash. However, if your strands are parched, always opt for products designed to provide some TLC. Look for dry shampoos infused with nourishing ingredients like aloe vera, coconut oil, or shea butter. Avoid those formulated with alcohol, fragrance, or harsh preservatives, as these can further dry out your hair. Remember to focus on the roots while applying and gently massage it in for even distribution.

Tira recommends:  

Olaplex No. 4D Clean Volume Detox Dry Shampoo  

Wella Professionals Eimi Dry Me Shampoo

For oily hair

A dry shampoo’s main job is to soak up excess oil, dirt, and impurities that ruin your blowout. If you have oily hair, a reliable dry shampoo is essential. The challenge is finding one that absorbs grease and manages oil production without weighing your hair down or irritating your scalp. Choose alcohol-free products with highly absorbent ingredients like starch or charcoal. You might also opt for one with a light fragrance to mask any odours. Finding the right one may require trial and error but be patient—you will discover one that keeps your hair looking and feeling fresh between washes.

Tira recommends:

Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo Spray

For textured hair

Textured hair can be trickier to care for. When choosing a dry shampoo, select one rich in nourishing ingredients like aloe vera or coconut oil. These help keep your strands hydrated, prevent frizz, and enhance the definition of your curls or waves while absorbing oil. Avoid powder formulations, as they may not suit your hair type; instead, opt for a spray with a feather-light formula that distributes easily without weighing your hair down.

Tira recommends:

Milk Shake Lifestyling Magic Scent Dry Shampoo  
L'occitane Purifying Freshness Dry Shampoo Mist

For colour-treated hair

Anyone with coloured hair knows the desire to keep their hue fresh and vibrant for as long as possible. While there are shampoos and conditioners specifically designed to preserve and revive colour, you also need a dry shampoo that does the same for days when you lack time for a wash or just feel lazy. Look for products labelled as safe for coloured hair, infused with ingredients like keratin or argan oil, and avoid anything with sulphates. A tinted dry shampoo is a great option, as it blends seamlessly with your colour while refreshing your hair.

Tira recommends:

Moroccanoil Dark Tone Dry Shampoo

For fine hair

If you’re wondering why those with fine hair must be more careful about their formulations, it’s because this hair type is more prone to limp locks. These strands are easily weighed down by grease, dirt, and other impurities. If you relate, you need a dry shampoo with a volumising formula that can provide a bouncy look. Look for products that can be spritzed on, containing ingredients like rice starch or silica, which offer that refreshed, squeaky-clean feeling while maintaining some texture.

Tira recommends:

BBlunt Refresh Dry Shampoo

Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo