The Best Dry Shampoos That Refresh, Volumise and Revive Hair in Seconds
There are few beauty products quite as satisfying as a good dry shampoo.
Whether you’re extending a blow-dry, refreshing second-day hair (the perfect travel companions) or simply need to fake a freshly washed feeling between shampoos, the right formula can be a genuine haircare hero.
But with so many powders, sprays and innovative scalp-refreshing formulas on the market, finding the best dry shampoo for your hair type and needs can feel like a challenge.
Below, our small edit of popular dry shampoos that are worth adding to cart now.
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K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo, $84.95
Looking for a non aerosol dry shampoo?
For hair that needs a refresh between washes, K18 AirWash Dry Shampoo is a clever, lightweight option that does more than simply disguise greasy roots.
Powered by K18’s biotech-derived odorBIND™ technology, it helps neutralise odour while absorbing excess oil and leaving hair feeling fresher for up to three days. The ultra-fine, invisible formula won’t leave behind a chalky residue, making it ideal for extending your blow-dry without the tell-tale dry shampoo aftermath.
Senior beauty editor (and dry shampoo enthusiast) Sadaf also reviewed this dry shampoo and is a convert.
See her before and after images and full review here.
K18 Airwash Dry Shampoo reviews from Adore Beauty customers:
I didn't want to love this but i unfortunately do. it's a very unique experience compared to other dry shampoo but i love it. my hair is quite dark and this is the only dry shampoo that doesn't make my hair white and flaky. i hate coloured dry shampoos too but this is incredible. the wet to dry texture allows it to soak up the oil, giving your hair another day or two before you need to wash it.
I have very thin, fine blonde hair that without any product would require daily washing. I have tried so many dry shampoos and I was apprehensive to try this due to the price tag. I hate to say it, but I absolutely love this. A little goes a long way and it adds so much volume and makes your hair look so much fresher. Will be repurchasing however I think this bottle will last a long time!
Kérastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo, $65
If your roots are in need of a refresh between washes, the Kérastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo is a chic little haircare pick-me-up.
This lightweight, invisible formula absorbs excess oil while helping hair feel fresher and more voluminous, without leaving behind a heavy or chalky residue.
Infused with vitamin E and the brand's signature neroli fragrance, the Kérastase dry shampoo leaves strands feeling clean, refreshed and beautifully scented—because sometimes wash day simply cannot happen.
Kérastase Fresh Affair Dry Shampoo reviews from Adore Beauty customers:
This absolutely saved my water bills; it looks like I just washed my hair. I absolutely love this; it makes my hair last for dayssss, no oil, nothing.
On busy mornings, this dry shampoo is a lifesaver. It absorbs oil, adds volume, and smells fresh. No one can tell I skipped washing my hair!
AVEDA Shampowder Dry Shampoo, $50
Aveda's Shampure™ Dry Shampoo is a beauty-bag essential for refreshing roots between washes.
This lightweight dry shampoo powder absorbs excess oil without water, helping hair look and feel fresher while adding a little extra life to second- or third-day styles. Infused with Aveda's signature calming aroma of 25 pure flower and plant essences, including lavender, ylang-ylang and petitgrain, it leaves hair feeling clean, refreshed and beautifully scented.
Aveda's Shampure™ Dry Shampoo reviews from Adore Beauty customers:
This dry shampoo is absolutely brilliant! The powder formula is so much better than aerosol dry shampoos - it absorbs oil without leaving any white cast or that awful texture some dry shampoos give. The rosemary mint scent is refreshing and natural, not overpowering like chemical-laden alternatives. It adds incredible volume at the roots and genuinely extends my hair washes without making my hair feel dirty or weighed down. Perfect for my 3-times-a-week washing routine - I use this on day two and three between washes. The packaging is eco-friendly too, which aligns with Aveda's commitment to sustainability. A little goes a long way, so the bottle lasts ages. My hair looks freshly washed and feels clean. Couldn't recommend this enough!
Effectively absorbs oil while adding volume and texture, making it a lifesaver for second-day styles. Hair looks as though I've taken a clean shower.
R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo Paste, $55
The R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo Paste is proof that not all dry shampoos come in an aerosol can. This styling-meets-refresh formula adds texture and grip while absorbing excess oil, making it ideal for extending styles and giving second-day hair a little more attitude.
Infused with volcanic ash to help absorb oil, plus nourishing argan oil and coconut oil, the r+co dry shampoo paste leaves hair looking refreshed, tousled and effortlessly cool.
R and Co Dry Shampoo reviews from Adore Beauty customers:
After washing I literally just rub some Badlands through my hair and comb back. As my hair dries I manually lift it , and the Badlands gives it the texture needed to stay in place. It's even better after subsequent days.
I've been using this R+Co dry shampoo paste for years now. Love it to give my short crop a bit more 'oomph' after I wash it. Lasts ages too.
evo Water Killer Dry Shampoo, $17
Meet the ultimate multitasker for extending wash day: evo Water Killer Dry Shampoo.
This clever 2-in-1 formula refreshes oily roots by absorbing excess oil while adding texture, volume and grip to the hair. Perfect for reviving second-day styles, it helps hair look and feel fresher without the need for water. The result? More manageable, textured, effortlessly undone hair, with less time spent shampooing and styling.
evo Water Killer Dry Shampoo reviews from Adore Beauty customers:
My hair feels refreshed without becoming stiff or overloaded with residue. It restores volume while maintaining a clean, lightweight finish.
Affordable and effective! It revives flat hair and leaves a fresh scent.
Finally I can just use one product, I love the textured look but hate using lots of different products, this does it all in one go and is easy to travel with too.
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