Best dry shampoo
“A dry shampoo that actually works?”
30 answers from 30 people · Updated Nov 2, 2026
Act+Acre Fulvic Acid Volumizing Dry Shampoo
I have tried probably twenty different dry shampoos over the years and this is by far my favorite - works really well, doesn't stay powdery - is SUPER light to carry around and the brand is pretty transparent and good about ingredients. From the brand: A plant based dry shampoo that absorbs oil without contributing to excess product build-up on the scalp. The nutrient rich formula delivers over 65 minerals to the hair follicle to support the scalp microbiome.
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OUAI Super Dry Shampoo (Melrose Place)
Unfortunately, I’m a certified greasy hair girlie. However, I am very happy to report I’ve found this to be the best dry shampoo for those days when washing your hair is not an option. Maybe it’s my fine hair but this to me feels better than Batiste, better than Living Proof, better than (gasps!) Oribe. It feels lighter than these others and like it actually makes a difference.
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Medium-strength dry shampoo with a light scent that isn’t overpowering. I prefer this to Klorane, OUAI, and Batiste.
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This is literal magic. I have tried so many dry shampoos and still have two I like (Verb and Crown Affair) but this really does the trick with summer hair or exercise hair. It leaves my scalp feeling clean, not sticky.
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It’s not a powder. It’s a liquid. It smells amazing without overpowering. And 1-3 sprays will do the job. It’s magic.
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This works wayy better for me than any other dry shampoo spray. The salt shaker like application is weird at first but actually works great.
Bumble and bumble. Prêt-à-powder Dry Shampoo
I use this for hat hair/post gym hair and have for YEARS. It’s lightly scented but I don’t notice it after a few minutes (and I’m fairly scented sensitive). It blends in quickly and without much fuss, I can use it without looking in the mirror. It brings so much life back into flat or dirty hair! There is a spray version but I haven’t tried it.
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got2b Dry Shampoo - Extra Care
As a twice weekly (self) blowout girl with an office job, dry shampoo is my jam, and this is my current fave. Totally invisible? Super lightweight but makes your hair look not dirty? Inoffensive smell, and a non aerosol can? Super affordable? Literally wins all around.
Kevin Murphy Fresh Hair Dry Shampoo
BEST DRY SHAMPOO EVER! amazing for adding texture when styling or for giving your wash a few more days of life
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converted a dry shampoo hater
fat and the moon lavender and cocoa dry shampoo
favorite dry shampoo that smells amazing and gives my hair immediate life.
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Briogeo Style + Treat Dry Shampoo Puff
Fresh tresses on the go without the aerosol mess
The Refillable Dry Shampoo Powder
this is a crown affair fan page
Batiste naturally gardenia dry shampoo
Best smell of them all!
MONDAY Haircare Dry Shampoo for Dark Hair
HEY!! NO ONE TOLD ME HOW AWESOME DRY SHAMPOO IS!!! my first time ever using a dry shampoo and this is forever going to be a bathroom staple now.
SGX NYC Dry Touch Shampuff Volumizing Dry Shampoo Powder, 2 OZ
I don't wash my hair all that often, but I don't need to with this!
Dry shampoo has always been a sensory nightmare for me so I just haven’t used it in about 15 years. Imagine my surprise that I found one that seems to actually work well without me wanting to dispose of my hands afterwards and smells incredible. I think I can now survive a night at my situationship’s place without feeling like Sméagol.
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Co Lab Dry Shampoo Beach Texture
I have tassled hair so I cannot use many dry shampoos. This one is my go to. Definitely rec for wavy hair.
Kaia Naturals Overnight Dry Shampoo
it’s great but it does in fact work best when you use it overnight. i’ve extended 3 day hair to 6 day hair with this bad boy
R&Co Spiritualized Dry Shampoo Mist
Aside from having a fantastic name, this has been a mainstay in my hair life since my stylist introduced me to it. I have experimented with a lot of dry shampoos and always hate the residue they leave. This spray has micellar water to help absorb grease. Spray on, let dry, brush out. It's not as good as a shower, but better than anything else I've tried.
This has the most gorgeous fragrance - it smells a lot like Chanel Chance Eau Tendre to my nose, lightly citrusy and floral. It’s so pretty and it’s gotten me compliments even on the worst of my “I need to wash my hair please don’t look at me” days.
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Batiste Volumizing Dry Shampoo
Really helps to add volume without leaving a white cast on dark roots
