Is Dry Shampoo Good for Your Hair & Scalp? How Do I Use It?
We all love it, but what do we really know about Dry Shampoo?
Is it healthy for our scalp and hair?
While it doesn't clean the hair or scalp, it's pretty helpful in those moments when you don't or can't wash your hair. Dry shampoos are also available in many options, including sprays, powders, and foams. As more formulas hit the market, questions about the safety of dry shampoo and its impacts on the hair and scalp have raised. We consulted two certified trichologists to find out whether dry shampoo is bad for you.
When used in moderation, dry shampoo is OK to use. However, dry shampoo can change the scalp microbiome over time, says William Gaunitz, a certified trichologist and founder of Advanced Trichology. "If used daily, it can create problems including dryness, flaking, inflamed scalp, and aggravate other conditions, like Demodex or seborrheic dermatitis if they are already present," he says.
What is the best way to use dry shampoo?
Hold the dry shampoo four to six inches away from hair and spray it directly at the roots. Start where hair feels oiliest (for most women, that's along the hairline, the nape of the neck, and the crown of the head), spritzing one section of hair at a time.
Ultimately, if you're keeping your scalp clean and healthy outside of using dry shampoo, there shouldn't be any negative impacts on your hair or scalp. So rest assured knowing that you can continue to use dry shampoo on those days you need to extend your blowout, don't want to wash your hair, or want the volumizing effects of most formulas. If you start to experience discomfort discontinue use.
When should I use dry shampoo?
Dry shampoo doesn't need to be washed out of your hair, and it's typically applied to the crown of your head and other areas where oil and shine may visibly collect. Some people swear by dry shampoo for touching up hair after a sweaty workout or extending the life of a salon blowout.Questions regarding your haircare routine and how to improve it? Contact me and we can find exactly what you need!
Is it better to put dry shampoo on wet or dry hair?
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Only use it on dry hair.
This may not come as a shock, but dry shampoo only works on dry hair. So don't try spraying or sprinkling your dry shampoo onto wet, freshly washed hair.
Keep a distance: When using an aerosol dry shampoo, make sure you spray the dry shampoo at least 6 inches away from the scalp.
You can style again afterwards
Try not to go overboard with the application. If you happen to apply too much to one spot, don’t worry because it can be fixed! Simply add a touch of a lightweight serum to the spot and gently blow dry the are, or you can brush out the dry shampoo until it is completely absorbed.
Do you leave-in dry shampoo?
“It's really crucial to let the dry shampoo sit for a few minutes so it can work its magic properly. “After you've let it sit, you can massage it into your scalp with your hands to really activate the ingredients that soak up the oil.” Appleton says.
