Dry Shampoo

Benefits & Uses

In today's fast-paced life, most people don't get enough time to wash their hair regularly. The idea of going through an hour-long process seems quite time consuming to be done on a daily basis for some.

Also, there are people who despite washing their hair everyday tend to get a greasy and over oily scalp within a few hours. This makes the hair look flat and dirty like it hasn't been washed for days. Then there are people who like to wash their hair less to preserve and elongate the time their hair dyes last.

The dry form of shampoos come in handy for situations like these and with just a dash of the powder, one can alter the way their hair looks. Some use it for the mere fragrance and like the way it leaves their hair smelling nice and fresh. Klorane, Dove, Tresemme, Loreal, Framesi and Batiste, are some of the best dry shampoo brands in Pakistan. 

Side Effects

While most brands are safe, over usage can cause dermatitis, scalp dryness, itchiness, product buildup and irritation. It can also cause damage to the hair follicles and weaken them in the long run. From the hygiene point of view, it is important to take some time out of your busy schedule and wash your hair to remove excess oil and debris from the scalp. Doing so will also enhance the natural beauty of your precious mane.

How to Use Dry Shampoo

It depends on the brand and type of shampoo you use. Generally dry or spray shampooing is done by parting the hair into sections and then massaging the powder or spraying the shampoo into the hair and scalp. If it is a spray make sure to hold it 4 to 6 inches away from the scalp while spraying. Some people like to blowdry their hair after applying the shampoo as it absorbs excess oil from the scalp better. Then brush out the hair to remove excess product and style your hair like regular. 

Tips & Comments

One should remember that dry shampoos only remove greasiness by absorbing excess oil from the scalp. They in no way clean your scalp and it is important to regularly wash your hair. Experts believe that the best time to use leave-in shampoos is before bedtime. The product will absorb all the excess oil while you sleep and your hair will be much bouncier and non-greasy in the morning.

It is important to remember that any leave-in product should not be used more than two days in a row. Doing so would cause product buildup and damage to the scalp and hair follicle.