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Between daily workouts, humidity, heat, and naturally occurring hair oils, trying to preserve your freshly washed and styled hair may seem doomed from the start. That's where dry shampoo comes in! For those days when you don't feel like washing your hair or putting it in a bun, the best dry shampoos will work to revive your blowout in just a few sprays. They're proof that no matter if you have fine, thick, oily, or dry hair, you can still rock your second-day (and even third-day) hair with confidence!
These budget-friendly bottles will quickly become your new favorite product to use before leaving the house. In case you aren't familiar with what dry shampoo is capable of, here's a summary of the wonders of this easy product: These sprays are designed to absorb oil, balance the scalp, and leave hair looking freshly washed, all in as little as just a few spritzes. Yes, it might sound like magic, but you can find several types at your local drugstore. There are formulas of the best shampoo for oily hair as well as shampoos for dry scalp, and even shampoos for color-treated hair. Stock up on a few of these best-selling dry shampoos in store or online—you won't regret it.
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Pros
- Residue-free
- Color safe
- Restores volume
Cons
- Nozzle can be difficult to use
This fan-favorite dry shampoo is perfect for adding volume to your hair without the dreaded white residue found with many products. The talc-free formula reduces oil and adds a fresh, fruity scent to the hair.
Pros
- Adds volume
- Color safe
Cons
- Tricky application process
This airy dry shampoo refreshes dirty, day-two 'dos and is a great pick for all hair types. It even protects against UV damage, keeping your hair healthy and strong.
Pros
- Smooths hair
- Budget-friendly price point
Cons
- May leave a white cast
There's no doubt about it: Dove makes one of the best drugstore dry shampoos. We love the fresh, clean scent—and it's volumizing, too. Win-win!
Pros
- Absorbs oils and odors
- Easy to blend
Cons
- Reformulation may be less effective
Drybar's dry shampoo has always been a fan favorite, so you can only imagine how beauty lovers felt when this new packaging came out. It's absolutely delightful—and the scented mist envelops hair without making it look weighed down.
Pros
- Preserves styles
- Budget-friendly price point
Cons
- Strong scent
Salon-fresh roots for a fraction of the price? We're here for it. This volumizing dry shampoo won't leave residue in your hair, either.
Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Biotin Dry Shampoo
Pros
- Detoxifies scalp
- Lightweight
Cons
- Can be challenging to apply
Designed with all hair types in mind, this charcoal and biotin dry shampoo is Alex's favorite for good reason! It strengthens and detoxes strands with every spritz, and since it's made with witch hazel extract, it helps to regulate oil production, too.
Pros
- Adds shine
- Volumizing
Cons
- Can dry hair out
Say hello to the most delightfully scented dry shampoo on the market. The ultra-light mist absorbs oil and dirt while masking any odors for a truly fresh-looking mane.
Pros
- Protects styles and color
- Adds volume
Cons
- Strong scent
Craving major volume? This mattifying dry shampoo will rid your roots of oil while lifting them to the heavens in the process. It's a personal fave!
Pros
- Adds texture
- Good for fine hair
Cons
- Strong scent
This vegan dry shampoo is formulated with vitamins and without harmful ingredients like parabens and sulfates. Plus, how pretty is the packaging?
Pros
- No white residue
- Soaks up oil
- Adds volume
Cons
- May be too light for darker hair
Dry shampoo often has a slightly white cast, even when it claims to be invisible. While this isn't a big deal for those with light hair, it can be a straight giveaway for darker tones. Fortunately, Moroccanoil created a remedy for the situation with their top-rated Dark Tones dry shampoo.
Pros
- No white cast
- Light, fresh fragrance
Cons
- Pricey compared to other options
This dry shampoo is designed to absorb oil for up to 24 hours. What more could you want?
Pros
- Adds shine
- Absorbs product buildup and oils
- Fresh scent
Cons
- Less powerful oil control
This luxe dry shampoo is a total splurge, but the results are well worth it. It's designed to absorb dirt and impurities as well as product buildup, all while delivering its signature scent. Your hair will look blowout-fresh after every spritz.
Pros
- Invisible formula
- Volumizing
- No powder residue
Cons
- Weaker oil control
This buildable dry shampoo is made with finely milled volcanic ash to mattify oil and build volume one spritz at a time. In need of the slightest texture and grit? Give it a single pump. Hoping to conceal greasy roots? Be a bit more generous.
Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo
Pros
- Provides color protection
- Absorbs oil
Cons
- Leaves a slight white cast
Pureology is all about protecting color while keeping quality ingredients top of mind. With this top-rated dry shampoo, you should expect nothing less.
Philosophy Amazing Grace Dry Shampoo
Pros
- Volumizing
- Adds Texture
- Fresh, floral scent
Cons
- Leaves a slight powder residue
If you're a sucker for Philosophy's Amazing Grace scent, you'll fall head over heels for this best-selling dry shampoo. Where some dry shampoos leave hair feeling dull and dry, this one delivers touchable softness you'll swoon over.
Nitya Rao is the editorial assistant at The Pioneer Woman, covering stories ranging from food, fashion, beauty, lifestyle, news, and more.
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