Bargain vs Bougie: 12 Dry Shampoos We Guarantee Your Greasy Roots Will Love


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Serious question: How did we ever live without dry shampoo?

Forget second-day hair; a spritz of the good stuff will usually see you past the third and fourth day post-wash.

Dry shampoos don’t just give the impression of clean hair.

Dry shampoo gives limp, lifeless hair volume and body when applied near the roots.

You can also find tinted dry shampoos, dry shampoos for sensitive scalps, extra strength dry shampoos for the greasiest heads, and even dry shampoos that double as texture sprays, hydrating mists or styling pomades.

But if you clicked on this article, there's a good chance you've wondered how (and if) dry shampoo works.

Or maybe you're yet to find a dry shampoo your greasy roots love?

Keep scrolling for a definitive beauty editor-approved list of the best dry shampoos in Australia for every type of customer.


What Makes Good Dry Shampoo *Really* Good?

Back in the day, dry shampoos were white and chalky.

Now, most formulas have been designed to give hair a clean, bouncy look, without a side of dandruff-esque flakes.

A ‘good dry shampoo’ can mean many different things to many different people.

Those with dark hair will want a tinted dry shampoo. Others might want an all-in-one dry shampoo styling product to save time.

Then there are those who need a gentle yet effective formula suitable for sensitive scalps. And for the people who swear dry shampoo makes their hair look greasier, there are unique dry shampoo mists, creams and waxes.

Learn more about the best dry shampoos AND common dry shampoo mistakes in the YouTube video below...


How to Use Dry Shampoo.

First up, dry shampoo isn't bad for your hair... unless you use it to replace washing your hair.

Dry shampoo will help hair look fresher and smell cleaner than if you hadn’t used a shampoo at all.

Wondering when to use dry shampoo? They’re perfect if you’re unable to wash your hair for a period of time (they’re a handy gift for someone staying in hospital) and will help your scalp stay clean too.

Beauty editors recommend applying less dry shampoo than you think you need, and then letting it sit for a few minutes.

This gives the dry shampoo a second to absorb excess oil before you brush it through.

You can also apply dry shampoo to your roots at night to nix oily roots before they really take hold.


Best Dry Shampoos in Australia 2024.

Without further ado, here is our definitive list of the best dry shampoos Australia for all hair types, budgets and styling needs.

1. A Hardcore Dry Shampoo For Super Greasy Hair.

Save time in the mornings with this hardworking dry shampoo that absorbs oil in very greasy hair. Silicon, sulphate and talc-free, this dry shampoo contains rice and tapioca starch, feels refreshing on the scalp, and will extend your style for up to 3-4 days!

1. A Hardcore Dry Shampoo For Super Greasy Hair.

Concerned about how your hair smells just as much as how your roots look? We're obsessed with this dry shampoo's fresh, aquatic fragrance (and the budget-friendly price tag). It's basically mouthwash, for your hair.

We don't play favourites, but the IGK FIRST CLASS Dry Shampoo might be one of the greatest of all time. The clarifying, odour-eliminating dry shampoo contains charcoal powder to detoxify and white tea powder to soothe your scalp. The unique formula also helps strengthen the hair follicles. For all hair types, this product lives up to its first class name.

4. A Micellar Dry Shampoo Cream.
4. A Micellar Dry Shampoo Cream.

This cream-to-powder hair cleanser is like a dry shampoo in a tube. That non-aerosol delivery makes it easier to travel with, and also means it’s more hydrating and smoothing. This dry shampoo cream won't leave hair looking dull or lifeless. Plus, it’s vegan and not tested on animals.

What we’ve got here is a one-two punch. The Klorane Dry Shampoo with Organic Flax XL Volume offers a between-washes reset for your hair, while also adding body and volume at the root. For those with fine, limp hair that seems to need a wash by the time you’ve dried it, this product is a must. Made with organic flax fibre and texturising powders for volume.

Don't like dry shampoos? Give this one a go. R+Co Spiritualized Dry Shampoo Mist is a non-aerosol formula with Castor Oil and Glycerin to keep the hair looking lush and shiny. Plus, you need only 1 or 2 pumps to see the clarifying effect. It’s the ideal dry shampoo to take on a plane, to the gym, or for any travel in general because it's so easy to transport.

Get that perfect second-day texture look with ELEVEN Dry Shampoo Volume Paste. Ideal for creating an ‘off duty model’ hair look, this paste adds volume and texture to hair while removing excess oil and adding a natural shine. A winner for those with short hair, too!

8. An All-Rounder Dry Shampoo Everyone Loves.
8. An All-Rounder Dry Shampoo Everyone Loves.

Think of this dry shampoo as Miss Congeniality. Ultra-gentle and non-irritating, even for sensitive scalps, this award-winning dry shampoo is a crowd pleaser. And it even adds a lovely bit of texture to lank hair too.

If you have dark hair, tinted dry shampoos are game-changers. For black or brunette hair, this vegan dry shampoo does the job, without looking like you've got anything in your hair at all. Absorbent silica and microspheres rid hair of excess dirt and oil, and natural mineral pigments ensure the product blends in with hair.

Yep, you can now get 'purple' dry shampoos specifically designed to enhance blonde, lightened, grey or white coloured hair. This formula refreshes roots, hydrates with argan oil, and provides UV and pollution protection. But the best bit? Violet undertones instantly refresh and tone blonde and lightened hair.

This refreshing cult-brand dry shampoo looks as great in your roots as it does on the bathroom shelf. Spritz this through your roots when your style is past its best, wait a moment, and brush out. You’ll be rewarded with cleaner-feeling hair, additional volume, a fresh scent, and shine. Simply too good.

Evo water killer dry shampoo will boost second-day hair, save you time on blow-drying, and save water — because you’re not washing it as much! If you’re looking for a dry shampoo that doubles as a texturising spray, this formula is a great option. Plus, it’s free of sulphates, parabens, and propylene glycol, making it gentle to hair. Just spray, massage, and you’re good to go.


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