The big dry shampoo test. Which one won in the office?

The best dry shampoo will extend the life of your blow-dry, add volume to your hair and get rid of excess sebum and perspiration at your roots without leaving a white residue on your hair. Unfortunately, there’s one crucial thing it can’t do – actually wash your hair.  As frequent use of dry shampoo can lead to itching and irritation on the scalp, you should alternate use of dry shampoo with regular hair washing. 

How to use dry shampoo 

Dry shampoo is very easy to use. Shake it, spray onto your hair, leave it to do its thing for a little while, then brush thoroughly.    

Dry shampoo reviews 

Batiste Heavenly Volume  

Jenny P., Online Editor 

What I liked most: It promises volume, it delivers volume! 

Advantages: I like the retro packaging, I like the price, I even like the fragrance, and I especially like the effect of the Batiste Heavenly Volume dry shampoo. The amount of “powder” released by the spray is just right. You just need a moment, then you can comb it out. I have dark hair, and it doesn’t leave you with that greyish dust that some dry shampoos unfortunately do. The volume is great and it makes your hair easy to work with; the dry shampoo also works as a styling aid and helps to lift and set the hair at the same time. And I bravely tried using it two days in a row. In the morning, it was still handling things easily; by the afternoon, though, I couldn’t handle it and had to have a shower. 

Disadvantages: None that I know of. 

Aveda Shampowder™ Dry Shampoo 

Jane U., Online Editor 

What I liked most: I didn’t use to use dry shampoo very often, but since testing it, I’ve changed my mind! Aveda Shampowder™ Dry Shampoo really delivers what it promises – my hair is fluffy and fresh after using it. 

Advantages: I was surprised that my hair actually had body after using the dry shampoo and, like after washing, it also added volume to my hair. I also like the fact that the shampoo contains 99% ingredients of natural origin – clay absorbs sebum from the hair and scalp and tapioca starch gives it body. Plus the shampoo smells nice! It’s quick and easy to use; just don’t forget to put the cap back on the nozzle afterwards so you don’t end up shampooing the whole bathroom when you squeeze the bottle like I did.   

Disadvantages: The price perhaps, but just wait until it’s on offer. Plus, this is an investment that really pays off.  

TIGI Bed Head Oh Bee Hive!  

Alice, Lead of Content Marketing  

What did I like the most?: Volume! TIGI Bed Head Oh Bee Hive! adds so much volume to your hair; I was amazed. In addition to extending the time between hair washes, I think it’s great for creating big-volume formal hairstyles. I tried it for an updo and everyone thought my hairdresser had done it! 

Advantages: This dry shampoo is lightweight and refreshes your hair brilliantly. Even though I have dark hair, there’s no sign of white marks. I actually even use it on freshly washed hair because the volume this shampoo delivers is really worth it. 

Disadvantages: It’s a bit subjective, but the scent of this shampoo didn’t really wow me. 

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo for Blonde Hair

Lucy, Online Content Editor 

What I liked most: The wonderful fragrance, the toning and the volume from the roots after use. As well as a travel-sized pack. 

Advantages: I was definitely impressed with the purple pigments and the elimination of dark growth and beside the expected hair refresher and grease-free hair, I was pleased with the added volume, and so was my fine hair. With Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones I also like the UV protection thanks to the argan oil it contains. Compared to other dry shampoos, this one is top in that it doesn’t leave any white residue. And from now on, it’s my number one, too.  

Disadvantages: With frequent use you get an itchy scalp and the price is pretty high. 

So which is the best dry shampoo for you to try? Hopefully, our review will help you choose!