Dry shampoo is loaded with either a base of alcohol or starch. Once applied to your hair, these ingredients absorb the oil and grease, freshening up its look.
Pros of Dy Shampoo
- Discourages washing hair too often, preventing it from drying out
- Not washing hair too often means heating implements, including a straightening iron or hairdryer, can stay in the drawer for quite some time. Frequent use of these implements can harm your hair.
- Allows you to keep your hair styled for a long time, thanks largely to its volumizing effects.
- Speeds up recovery of colored hair
Cons
- A scented dry shampoo does not work with all scalps. This explains why some people may experience irritation after using the product.
- Overusing the shampoo leaves a residue on your hair. The residue can cause clogging, increasing the risk of inflammation or breakouts.
- Overusing the dry shampoo also disrupts the hair’s hydration, affecting its health.
- The residue also changes the texture of your hair
How Often It Should Be Used
As a dermatologist, I strongly suggest that you should not apply dry shampoo for 2 consecutive days. You should also use it for less than 3 months to maintain your scalp and hair health.
How To Pick the Right Formula for Your Hair Type?
- Know your hair type
- Do you want the powder or aerosol form?
- Check the Ingredient list
- Test the scent
- Understand pricing does not reflect quality when it comes to dry shampoo. This will help you go for something you can afford.
Learn how to use the formula. Here, online tutorials and stylists can be helpful.
Freelance Writer and a Sex and Relationships Adviser at shopgiejo.com
Barbara is a freelance writer and a sex and relationships adviser at Dimepiece LA and Peaches and Screams. Barbara is involved in various educational initiatives aimed at making sex advice more accessible to everyone and breaking stigmas around sex across various cultural communities. In her spare time, Barbara enjoys trawling through vintage markets in Brick Lane, exploring new places, painting and reading.
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