How to use dry shampoo – freshness and volume without white residue

Dry shampoo is the friend we all need. When you don’t have time or don’t feel like washing your hair, you can use dry shampoo to refresh your hair. This works because dry shampoo contains starches which absorb the grease in your hair and mattify it. Your hair feels bouncy and fresh again – and also looks it.

Some dry shampoos contain other ingredients, which give the hair additional nourishment and volume. Fine hair, above all, benefits from these qualities because it’s easier to style when you use dry shampoo. In addition, dry shampoo also comes in many fragrances, which means your hair not only looks fresh, it also smells fresh. If you take care to use a few tricks when using dry shampoo, the product will quickly become a favourite.

Dry shampoo transforms flat, greasy hair into bouncy, fresh hair that is presentable. It enables you to bridge the gap between hair washes and is also a true saviour in last-minute emergencies. You should, however, bear in mind the white residue left behind by the product. You should be especially thorough with dark hair. Observe these four steps for using dry shampoo and our expert tips to be able to enjoy all the benefits of a dry shampoo.

There are now numerous brands available that offer dry shampoo in various forms. Some are designed for particular hair types or hair colours, while others are intended to create lots of volume or deliver moisture. If you have dark hair, a tinted dry shampoo is particularly suitable, as it is almost invisible on the hair and you don’t need to fear white residue. If you have fine hair and would like to create volume, you can use a special volumising dry shampoo. It gives your hair lots of texture, thus helping you to create long-lasting volume.

As preparation, you should brush your hair thoroughly and free it from tangles. This makes an even application of the dry shampoo easier and ensures it gets to every area where it is needed. If your hair is already very greasy, you can also section it so you can distribute the dry shampoo well.

Now it’s time to use the dry shampoo of your choice: Hold the spray bottle around 15–20 cm away from your head and spray on the areas that look greasy. As a rule, you should only need the dry shampoo on the hair roots. It may take a little practice to distribute the dry shampoo evenly on the back of the head – it helps to get an even result if you section the hair here. To finish, you should spread the dry shampoo and and work it in a little with your hands so the hair is evenly covered.

There are also dry shampoos available that come in powder form and cannot be sprayed. Simply put a little powder in your hand, rub between both hands and then distribute it through the hair. Work your way through the hair, section by section, using more powder as required.

It’s best to give the dry shampoo time to take effect for a few minutes or longer. In this way, you ensure that excessive oil can be absorbed by the starches contained in the dry shampoo. You can easily fill in the waiting time by putting on your make-up, for example. When you’re ready, move on. Take the brush of your choice and brush out the excess of the dry shampoo thoroughly. Take plenty of time to remove the product to avoid white residue. When you are satisfied with the result, you can style your hair as usual.

It could help to use dry shampoo in the evening, especially if your scalp is prone to becoming oily quickly. The principle is simple: Do not wait until the hair is already greasy to use dry shampoo, you should use it preventatively instead. So use a thin layer of dry shampoo after you’ve washed and dried your hair. If you leave it to take effect overnight, it will usually have distributed evenly through the hair by the next day and will prevent the hair roots from becoming oily quickly.