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If you like to skip traditional daily washes,dry shampoowill definitely be your best friend.

A collage of popular drugstore dry shampoos including picks from Dove, Garnier, and Batiste, on a blue-green textile background

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But which dry shampoo is right for you?

Kari Williams, a board-certified trichologist and licensed cosmetologist, dry shampoos do not actually cleanse the hair.

That’s why it’s good to have some budget-friendly options at the ready.

Batiste 6.73 fl oz Dry Shampoo by Batiste Original

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And after all these years, the brand remains a standby amongst beauty fanatics and beginners alike.

The powdery, waterless keratin-infused formula absorbs grease and dirt, leaving you with a revitalized, volumized mane.

When you comb it through, the powder dissolves and all but disappears.

Dove Care Between Washes Volumizing Dry Shampoo

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The original formula features a subtle, musky lavender scent that smells pretty amazing too.

Be forewarned, it could be drying on your hair.

However, it can leave a bit of residue.

Garnier Pure Clean Dry Shampoo, 3.4 oz.

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Just shake the can and spray it through your hair, holding it about 8 inches from your head.

Then comb it through, and voila!

You’ve got non-greasy, bouncy, clean-looking hairalbeit without a ton of extra volume.

Nexxus Dry Shampoo Refreshing Mist for Volume

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Thin hair tends to appear oily faster than thicker hair.

It adds volume and perks up even the finest hair without leaving behind any powder or visible residue.

That said, it could potentially leave hair feeling a little too dry.

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk

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Although it’s notably lightweight, Klorane gets right to work on even the thickest heads of hair.

It’s also ideal for anyone looking to extend the life of their blowout.

It’s the perfect balance of absorbent, protecting, and hydrating.

OGX Extra Strength Refresh + Restore Coconut Miracle Oil Dry Shampoo

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Your curls will be bouncy, shiny, and fresh without any grease or frizz.

However, it can still leave a slight residue.

Bonus: a couple of sprays go a long way.

TreSemme Dry Shampoo

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For the skin, it helps to boost collagen, lighten discoloration, and fight free radicals.

It’s also totally translucent, so the only person who’ll know you skipped a wash is you.

Too bad the spray nozzle is so finicky.

Kristin Ess Style Reviving Dry Shampoo

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That’s why this blend is ideal for those withdeep brown or black hair.

While some people like the scent, it may be too strong for others.

The appeal of this product is clearliterally.

Batiste with a Hint of Color Divine Dark

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Just spray it throughout your hair, focusing on the roots.

Then wait about a minute, run a comb through your hair, and style as you normally do.

We have noticed that the spray nozzle can be problematic.

L’Oreal Paris EverPure Sulfate Free Tinted Dry Shampoo for Dark Hair

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We love that it doesn’t leave a residue behind, and blends in seamlessly.

What we don’t particularly like is the spray nozzle, which can stand some improvement.

Best Volumizing

Freeman Psssst!

Not Your Mother’s Clean Freak Refreshing Dry Shampoo Spray, Unscented, 7 oz

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It’s formulated specifically to deliver volume and fullness to unwashed, lifeless hair.

The weightless product contains rice starch,chia seeds, and cloudberry.

Just beware that the sprayer can leak a bit.

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones

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It shouldn’t if you use it sparingly.

However, you may experience dryness and itching if you use it regularly, according to Williams.

According to Williams, dry shampoo can help absorb oil and sweat but it does not clean the hair.

Freeman Dry Shampoo, Psssst Texture and Body, Sea Salt and Coffee, Fine Hair, 5.3 Ounce Bottle

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She has a BS in Business from Portland State University.