Miracle Product for Hair – Dry Shampoo

April 14, 2009   in Hair

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I start this post with a confession …. I hate washing my hair. I really, really do. It’s just too much work! I’d rather sit in the shower and just let the water run down me while I day dream. This is probably why I don’t wash it often.

Gross! Do you have lice?! I hear you scream. Don’t worry – it’s nothing crazy like a month without washing, and I hear that it’s actually good and healthy to skip the shampoo once in a while. It lets the natural oils from the hair condition it, which is the best for the hair, really. We know that washing everyday is safe if you prefer it, though it would be better to wash it every other day. 

Anyways, there is a miracle product that does help me out in between washes – dry shampoo. Where has it been all my life? In my nasty high school days when I would only wash my hair when it itches (now that’s gross) I would sprinkle baby powder into my roots to soak up all the gunk and my hair would look instantly fresh. However, in today’s beauty industry, there are so many different dry shampoos.

Dry shampoos help clean, absorb grease, scent the hair, and creates light volume. Plus, it gets makes the hair look a whole lot better in general. I highly recommend it for those lazy days – it is really a great product.

Here are some that are available today:

Batiste Dry Shampoo

When I heard about dry shampoo, I immediately knew it was so foreign that I couldn’t find it in my region yet (I was right, but thankfully, there are now). I called up my friend in London and begged her to go to Boots and send me some dry shampoo. Any brand! I demanded. She said she uses this and it works quite well, and it does – this is the only dry shampoo I have tried so I have nothing to compare it with, but so far, I love it. Works great and is very affordable. 

Rene Furterer Naturia Dry Shampoo

Yes, I had to. :) Anything with “Renee” in it and I’m in.

This is the next one on my shopping list, because it is also a natural product, and does not contain any parabens, sulfates, and petro-Chemicals. I have heard many raves about this, though it is on the expensive side.

This dry shampoo instantly absorbs impurities and oil and ingredients include kaolin clay, silica, rice, and cornstarch. Sounds pretty great to me!

 

Klorane Shampoo Dry Oat Extract

I’ve heard great things about this product as well. Like the others, it promises to eliminate excess sebum, dirt and dust in just a few minutes.

The aerosol nozzle allows for easy distribution throughout the hair and scalp, which you brush through root to tip. 

It was also In Style’s 1999 Fall Fashion Report as the number 1 must-have brand. 

Psssssst Instant Spray Shampoo

I believe this is one of the first that came out to the market (correct me if I’m wrong!).

Marketed as a quick refresher for all hair types, it leaves dirty hair looking clean and fresh. I have been told it’s not as good as the newer ones on the market, but it’s worth a look with its affordable price tag. 

What are your thoughts on dry shampoo? Is it one of your must-have products? Also, if you have any other brands to recommend, do tell!

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{ 13 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Vicky April 14, 2009 at 8:14 am

Me want some dry shampoo love too… =(
Same here. No dry shampoo in my region either. Sob.
How great would it be if I have these babies here. LOL. No more limp looking hair in between washes. Hehe.

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2 ruth April 14, 2009 at 9:42 am

I’m glad you finally have an article on dry shampoos!! I’m just like you! Shampooing my hair is one big drag, the blow drying is the killer, I sometimes blow my hair until I see stars coming out of the hair dryer! I just hate it. But I must admit that my dry shampoo is just a humble bottle of Johnson’s baby powder. It works but sometimes I look pretty “grey” when I can’t brush out all the powder. Will surely check out some of the products you’d recommended. Thanks.

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3 prettybeautiful April 14, 2009 at 11:04 am

actually i have always been looking for dry shampoo, but unfortunately i have not found one :(

prettybeautiful’s last blog post … NOTD: Not so summer: Hoohoo-haha Red Indian Nails

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4 Bianca April 14, 2009 at 2:45 pm

Wow. I could use some of this.

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5 Tine April 14, 2009 at 8:10 pm

I like the one by Klorane. I have it on standby on days that I’m too knackered to wash my hair after a night out :P

Tine’s last blog post … My Easter Went Something Like This

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6 Gal April 14, 2009 at 11:26 pm

Dry shampoos really are life savers for me. I use them to refreshen up my hair after a sweaty workout at the gym. I would recommend it too!

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7 Kaye April 15, 2009 at 10:53 am

Where can I buy these? Dry shampoos seem to be the answer to my *ahem* lazy days. :D Really, great stuff. Nice to know that someone else shares my disdain for constant hair washing.

Kaye’s last blog post … Origins Offers a Perfect World

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8 Renee April 15, 2009 at 4:17 pm

Wow, seems like dry shampoo has a lot of fans! Thanks for all your comments! :)

Vicky, Prettybeautiful, Bianca and Kaye – I highly recommend it. It’s really a life saver.

I know that Sephora.com and Amazon.com have a lot to choose from. However, there may be a problem with shipping as they are aerosol cans, so you can try local beauty supplies shops – anything that is the equivalent to Boots or Target in your area!

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9 PRISCILLA MARTÌNEZ June 17, 2009 at 5:40 am

I WOULD LOVE TO FIND THOSE DRY SHAMPOOS AND NICE HAIR PRODUCTS FOR MY HAIR, I LIVE IN PANAMÀ, AND IT`S VERY HARD FOR ME TO GET THINGS LIKE THAT OVER HERE, WE USED TO HAVE SOME FROM SEBASTIAN BUT IT`S NO LONGER ON THE MARKET OR BEAUTY SALON`S. WE HAVE MANY BRANDS OF HAIR PRODUCTS THAT YOU CAN BUY IN A MARKET OR THOSE MORE EXPENSIVE ONES IN BEAUTY SALONS BUT NON OF THEM HAVE A PRODUCT TO REFRESH HAIR AND SCALP BETWEEN SHAMPOOS. IREALLY NEED ONE OF THOSE, WOULD LIKE TO TRY KLORANE. I WAS WONDERING IF I CAN ORDER IT OR ASK A FRIEND IN THE STATES IF IT`S EASY TO FIND THIS ONE OR ANOTHER GOOD ONE.

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10 Renee June 18, 2009 at 5:52 am

Hey Priscilla, I saw a lot of them on Amazon.com, I’m sure they ship to where you’re from, since they’re sure a global company? Try take a look and let me know, I saw Klorane on there too! :)

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11 priscilla August 11, 2009 at 10:27 pm

THANK`S RENEE FOR YOUR ADVICE!!!! I CHECKED IN AMAZON AND THEY HAVE MANY BRANDS , IT COST A LOT MORE CAUSE THE SHIPPING EXPENSES BUT I REALLY NEED IT!!!!

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12 Renee August 13, 2009 at 1:35 am

You’re welcome! Hope it works out for you, I really love them and you use only a little at a time so I would say it’s worth the price. :-P

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13 Chanel October 15, 2009 at 12:38 pm

Where do you buy dry shampoo?! I’ve looked everywhere possible (Ulta, Target, Walgreens, etc) and I haven’t found anything. Where can I buy it? And I tried to use some baby powder, but my hair looked like a pastry! :( Any tricks or tips?

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