A comprehensive review of several popular dry shampoos, including their performance, application, and effectiveness in controlling oiliness and adding volume.
A Beauty Breakdown With Makeup Artist Ka... It doesn’t matter the time of year — dry shampoo is a necessity for me. I have straight dark-brown hair and a very oily scalp, so if I skip even a day of shampooing, my roots turn stringy and greasy.
I’ve gone through many phases of: I grew up on drugstore brands like Batiste and Not Your Mother’s, I swore by Living Proof through my 20s, and in recent years, I’ve made the switch to powder to cut down on aerosols. My favorite by far has been Briogeo’s powder puff because it’s incredibly easy to apply (no brushes or squeeze bottles necessary) and blends into my dark hair with just a few brushes.
It’s very lightweight, which I prefer since my hair’s already pretty thick. It’s also convenient to pack in a gym bag or carry-on. Lately, I’ve been noticing a lot more options out there, though, and I was curious to see how they measure up against Briogeo’s powder puff or whether any could replace my longtime favorite.
I first used I Dew Care’s dry shampoo on my day-two hair (no gym or runs during that time) to see how it would fare on my normal oily roots. While it advertises itself as a translucent powder, it definitely shows up on dark hair. This is to be expected, especially of powder dry shampoo, so I wasn’t too disappointed, and I was able to blend it in with a bit of brushing.
The powder got rid of my greasiness, but throughout the day, I noticed a stiffness at my roots that felt as if I had applied hairspray. I think this was intended to add volume, but I wasn’t a fan of how rough my hair felt. I showered first thing the next morning to get my hair back to normal. Willing to give it another go, I applied again, this time post-run.
(My thinking here was maybe I applied too much product and there wasn’t enough grease. ) After a particularly sweaty long run, I tapped this on my roots and along the sides of my hairline and brushed it in. Unfortunately, this didn’t change the outcome; my hair was still stiff, and I ended up washing the product out right after. hairstylist Sarah Hindsgaul.
I had slightly higher expectations for this one, since it’s the most expensive of the bunch I tested. I followed the same routine as the I Dew Care by first applying it to day-two hair. My roots weren’t as stiff; instead they had some texture — almost a grippiness — and extra volume. I have pretty thick hair, so this was more volume and texture than I’d like upon first application, but it wasn’t a deal-breaker.
That came the next day, unfortunately. I noticed the areas where I had applied the dry shampoo were itchy. The itchiness persisted, and I ended up taking a shower to wash out the leftover product. It was a good contender, but I couldn’t get past my scalp’s reaction.
As someone who frequents the beach, I was particularly interested in Nous’ dry shampoo because of its added SPF. I tested this out before a midday run to help control oiliness and add a layer of sun protection. This puff was the most difficult to apply of the bunch. Only a little bit would dispense at a time, so covering the top of my head with product took longer than with the others.
It also took longer to blend into my dark hair, but it was still possible to do. As for actual performance, the dry shampoo withstood all the sweat from my run without any issue. While my face and body were nearly soaked, my hair was still dry and fluffy out of my ponytail.
I was impressed with Nous’ dry shampoo, but I was still hung up on the application, especially since my ideal powder puff is something super easy and convenient. This compact from K-beauty brand Mise en Scène was the most interesting of the bunch, since it uses a ‘wet powder’ formula. Upon opening it, I thought I was sent a faulty product, but I went ahead and dabbed the cushion, applying a bit of the liquid on my day-two hair.
It made my roots look slightly damp at first, but within seconds, it dried down, leaving my hair noticeably less greasy. I chalk this up to its silica-infused formula, which is oil-absorbing and mattifying. It worked incredibly well for my normal day-two hair, especially since it left no white cast and didn’t require any blending. But when I tested it after a sweaty workout, I ran into some issues.
It took significantly more product than my overall picks to refresh my roots. While the formula’s great for everyday touch-ups, I wouldn’t reach for this when I need a workhorse. Ceremonia’s dry shampoo has been on my radar since it was released last year. It uses arrowroot and Brazilian clays to absorb excess oil, aloe vera to add shine and reduce frizz, and a celery-derived active to reduce irritation and support scalp health.
My first test on day-two hair went swimmingly. It only took about two light pats on my scalp and very little blending with my fingers for it to completely refresh my hair. It’s a great option for those with sensitive scalps or those who want to avoid harsh chemicals
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