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Haircare

The Ultimate Guide To Using Dry Shampoo

Redken Updated On Jun 16
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In the world of hair care, a dry shampoo has been like a game-changing lifesaver. Applying dry shampoo can refresh your hair, reduce oiliness, and remove any flatness without actually having to do a wash. These spray bottles have allowed you to have voluminous and fabulous hair, every single day.

But like any other hair care product, there is a right and a wrong way of using it. So let’s understand how to use dry shampoo to reap its maximum benefits. But first, let’s start with the basics.

Dry shampoo absorbs excess oil and dirt from the scalp, refreshing your hair without the need for washing. Using dry shampoo the right way is crucial.

  • Hold the can about 10 inches from your scalp and spray onto oily roots.
  • Focus on the underside of your hair to absorb oil discreetly.
  • Let your dry shampoo absorb oil for a few minutes before touching your hair. Distribute it evenly to boost volume.

How Does Dry Shampoo Work?

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To explain in simpler words, dry shampoos work by absorbing the dirt and oil that tend to build up on the scalp after a day or two of not washing your hair. A good dry shampoo spray can effectively absorb the excess oil and dirt from your hair, leaving it feeling light, airy and clean.

WHY IS DRY SHAMPOO A MUST-HAVE FOR EVERY STYLING ROUTINE

No one can resist a good hair day, which is why we end up washing our lengths way too often. Overwashing your hair can remove all natural oils and cause various scalp issues and dryness. Dryness can send your oil glands into overdrive and lead to excessively greasy hair.

This is where dry shampoos come in. They can cut down the frequency of hair washes and reduce its oiliness without stripping the natural oils. Using dry shampoo is especially beneficial for people with coloured hair, who need not wash their hair frequently and extend the life of their hair colour.


DRY SHAMPOO TIPS

1. HOLD THE DRY SHAMPOO CORRECTLY

Applying dry shampoo 10 inches away from your hair can help minimise product residue and ensure even application. Using dry shampoo too close to your hair can cause the product to go on in a really concentrated way. Try spraying it from 'one bottle away', meaning if you place the bottle at your head, it will show the distance from which you should be spraying.

2. SPRAY DRY SHAMPOO UNDERNEATH YOUR HAIR

If you’re using dry shampoo for the first time or feeling intimidated by it, try starting with a low-risk application. Instead of spraying it on your part, lift your hair and apply it to the temple area. This way, you can feel comfortable and confident knowing that the product is underneath your hair helping to absorb oil.

3. BRUSH AND BLOW DRY THROUGH THE HAIR

Distributing dry shampoo evenly throughout the hair helps to increase its' effectiveness. The best way to do it? With a brush or blow dryer. After you spray the product on dry hair, allow it to dry completely, then use a blow dryer or brush to comb through it. This will help to distribute the product evenly throughout your strands and leave your hair looking shiny and new.

4. USE THE DRY SHAMPOO BEFORE THE HAIR GETS GREASY

While dry shampoo has proven to be the best quick fix for grease that’s already set in, it can also be used as a preventative measure. You can use it before you go to bed or before you workout. If you feel like you sweat a lot in your sleep, you can try using it before going to bed so you can wake up to clean, refreshed hair. Using it at the perfect timing as a precautionary measure will allow you to have light and breezy hair anytime you want with the least effort.

Try Redken’s Deep Clean Dry Shampoo to refresh your third or fourth-day dry hair effectively. It is a specialised product that provides a cooling sensation for a deep clean feel. It is a sulphate-free, silicone-free and talc-free yet high-performance formula that can be used by people of all hair types. Check out more hair styling , hair care, and hair color products by Redken and give your lengths the best.

Spray Dry Shampoo Underneath Your Hair

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If you’re using dry shampoo for the first time or feeling intimidated by it, try starting with a low-risk application. Instead of spraying it on your part, lift your hair and apply it to the temple area. This way, you can feel comfortable and confident knowing that the product is underneath your hair helping to absorb oil.

BRUSH AND BLOW DRY THROUGH THE HAIR

Dry shampoo gets the job done when it comes to absorbing the dirt and grease from your scalp but distributing dry shampoo evenly throughout the hair helps to increase its' effectiveness. The best way to do it? With a brush or blow dryer. After you spray the product on dry hair, allow it to dry completely, then use a blow dryer or brush to comb through it. This will help to distribute the product evenly throughout your strands and leave your hair looking shiny and new.


USE THE DRY SHAMPOO BEFORE THE HAIR GETS GREASY

While dry shampoo has proven to be the best quick fix for grease that’s already set in, it can also be used as a preventative measure. You can use it before you go to bed or before you workout. If you feel like you sweat a lot in your sleep, you can try using it before going to bed so you can wake up to clean, refreshed hair. Using it at the perfect timing as a precautionary measure will allow you to have light and breezy hair anytime you want with the least effort.

Try Redken’s Deep Clean Dry Shampoo to refresh your third or fourth-day dry hair effectively. It is a specialised product that provides a cooling sensation for a deep clean feel. It is a sulphate-free, silicone-free and talc-free yet high-performance formula that can be used by people of all hair types.