WHAT IS A DRY SHAMPOO?
Not everytime wet shampoo, sometimes use dry shampoo. Don’t know what it is? find out here!
Dry shampoo is a type of shampoo which reduces hair greasiness without the need for water. It is in powder form. It is typically administered from an aerosol can.
Dry shampoo works simply: the alcohol or starch in the product soaks up the excess oil and grease in your hair, giving it a cleaner, fresher appearance. Traditionally, shaking corn starch into hair has achieved the same effect, but most current products deliver the drying agents via an aerosol spray.
While the majority of dry shampoos on the market are aerosol sprays, other forms include flour-esque powders and frothy mousses. Though the receptacles may differ, dry shampoos work in similar ways, containing starchy active ingredients that absorb oil and grease.
“Most people spray in the root and crown area after day two or three of styling to help extend their blowout, as it absorbs excess oil and is a dry way to refresh hair,” said celebrity stylist George Papanikolas.
Dry shampoos are perfect for situations where you cannot take a shower For example, if you’re traveling and a shower isn’t an option or if you’re hospitalized and unable to bathe, this type of product can help maintain your hair and scalp. But, only for a little while.
“Dry shampooing has its place, but no wet shampooing has no place,” she says. “Your hair and scalp need to be washed and rinsed intermittently to keep it clean. The scalp collects chemicals and pollutants both from the air and from cosmetic care products, and if you only use a dry shampoo, the cleansing is only minimal but it does freshen the hair by removing oils.
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