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Head to the kitchen!

Without any product, whats a person to do?

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Fall back on a tried-and-true dry shampoo alternative, of course.

As you likely know, dry shampoo hasnt been around forever.Greasy hair, on the other hand, has.

So, if you ever find yourself without your beloved dry shampoo, dont panic.

Meet the Experts

Corn Starch

No dry shampoo?

Chances are, if you peek in your pantry, youll find a canister ofcornstarch.

), he suggests, recommending tablespoon measurements.

Once mixed, he says to sprinkle the concoction lightly onto the scalp.

He admits that this mixture can sometimes leave a whiteish residue on darker hair colors.

Its really only to be used in a pinch, he adds.

For the best results, she and Harrison both remind us that less is more.

Dont just sprinkle it in on top of your part, though.

Its also super lightweight, which leaves a nice feeling on the hair.

Translucent setting powder can be a great solution on the go, he says.

After applying, brush through to get rid of the excess powder.

These are great because theyre small and can be carried around anywhere.

This trick is especially good because it doesnt leave any residue like other dry shampoos or alternatives usually do.

Extra Texture

Not a fan of a sleek bun or simply not in the mood for one?

Harrison says that teasing and back-combing your hair are other quick and easy ways to disguise oily strands.

This is a great option for thatupdo-styleevent.

Dirty hair always seems to style better, soteaseaway and then comb it into your desired style.

The hair mask will make your oily roots look intentionally shiny, and bonus: it tames flyaways.

While McKernan recommends hairspray for its oil-absorbing alcohol content, celebrity hairstylist Andrew Fitzsimons suggests using a texturizing spray.

Embrace what is natural human development, Lee says of scalp sebum.

We need this to protect and hydrate the hair and scalp.

So take that time to experiment with your [hair].