Understanding the Benefits, Proper Usage and Best Practices of Dry Shampoo

As a stockist of salon professional supplies, we know how important it is to recommend your clients with products that you genuinely trust and use, to keep their hair healthy and maintained even once they leave the salon. Dry shampoo is a staple product for many people, serving as a quick and convenient way to touch up the hair in between washes.

Consider this blog the ultimate guide to dry shampoo. We’ll be covering how it works, the correct ways to use it, as well as mentioning some dry shampoo product recommendations from our site and addressing some common questions your clients may have. We stock a range of professional-grade hair products including a selection of dry shampoos, so that you can equip your clients with high-quality supplies.

How Does Dry Shampoo Work?

A common question regarding dry shampoo, is how does it even work? Since it takes so little time to apply, and can give similar results to a timely, extensive hair wash routine, this is a valid question.

When going about daily life, exercising, or spending time outside, it’s natural to have sweat from your scalp collect in your hair follicles. This is what gives your hair a greasy look at times. Dry shampoo utilises alcohols or starch-based active ingredients to soak these oils up, which make it appear cleaner.

Many dry shampoos often incorporate some degree of fragrance, which keeps your hair smelling nice between washes.

How to Properly Use Dry Shampoo

Whilst some have perfected the ultimate dry shampoo application, your clients may be left with a grey residue after spraying dry shampoo into their hair, which can be difficult to get rid of. Here’s our step-by-step guide on achieving the perfect dry shampoo application:

1.      Hold the can of dry shampoo around 15cm away from the crown of your head.

2.      Spray a small amount into the root area, make sure to get an even coverage of your head so that one area doesn’t appear oilier than the rest.

3.      Massage the dry shampoo into the hair using your fingers.

 Reapply where necessary, and some choose to give the roots a quick blast on the cool setting of a blow dryer to lock in the shampoo’s effects and give it a boost of volume.

When sharing this advice with your clients, be sure to mention that the amount of dry shampoo used and the method to apply it may differ based on hair type, texture, and length. Bruno Cloutier, O&M Senior European Educator says ‘use dry shampoo before you go to bed to help absorb any excess oil whilst you sleep and save time in the mornings as you’ll wake up with fresh hair’. Those with straight, fine hair may find that their hair appears greasier quicker than those with thicker, curly hair.

Dry Shampoo Recommendations

The effects of dry shampoo can differ depending on the product. It’s important to stock a high-quality dry shampoo that delivers long-lasting results for your customers, to encourage repeat purchases. Here are some of our favourite choices for dry shampoos:

·        O&M Dry Queen Dry Shampoo: Uses rice starch to achieve instantly cleaner and thicker hair.

·        NINE YARDS On the go Dry Shampoo: A vegan dry shampoo crafted with orange peel oil to give your hair a sweet, fresh fragrance.

·        NINE YARDS Dark Spark Dry Shampoo: Infused with dark pigments, designed to be used on darker hair without the traditional ashy look.

·        O&M Desert Dry Texture Spray: Acting as a texturizing spray and dry shampoo in one, this collagen-containing product helps to bring your hair back to life.

·        O&M Dry Queen BRUNETTE Dry Shampoo: Formulated for brown hair, this dry shampoo helps to remove unwanted oils or odours from your hair.

Client Commonly Asked Questions

When recommending dry shampoo to a client, it’s important to be aware of any questions they may have regarding dry shampoo so you can properly and accurately address them. Here are some commonly asked questions about dry shampoo that are worth knowing:

Is it ever okay to use dry shampoo on damaged hair?

Yes, but in moderation. Don’t use dry shampoo on damaged hair everyday, as this can create further problems. Occasional use is fine. If your client suffers with damaged hair, then recommend a dry shampoo with nourishing and natural ingredients.

Is liquid shampoo better than dry shampoo?

Dry shampoo is not a replacement for liquid shampoo and should only be used as a supplementary product.

Is it unhealthy to use dry shampoo on a regular basis?

In general, using dry shampoo once or twice a week is recommended, as overuse can lead to a dry scalp.

Is it possible to skip washes with dry shampoo?

Dry shampoo shouldn’t replace regular washing, as it is intended to be a quick fix in between washes.

Is dry shampoo okay for coloured hair?

Yes, dry shampoo can be used on coloured hair. Using dry shampoo in moderation is crucial to maintain the vibrancy of your colour treatment.

Dry shampoo is an essential product for on-the-go hair touch-ups, and for those days where you just want a quick fix without the hassle of an extensive hair wash routine. With the right routine and products, dry shampoo can help your customers to keep their hair looking fresh between washes, whilst adding extra volume and fragrance. Explore our collection of dry shampoo products on our website, and please get in touch with any questions.