11 Best Dry Shampoo Powders, According to Hairstylists and Glamour Editors

The dark-hair option of this powder dry shampoo from Billie came highly recommended by all the brunettes on the Glamour team. It dissolves into roots and invisibly soaks up oil and grease without leaving any particles. “I love the price point on this dry shampoo, plus the fact that it comes in two shades, including one better suited for my dark hair,” says Glamour beauty contributor Brigitte Earley. “It's nice and lightweight and brushes right into hair.” She also uses it overnight when she doesn’t have time to wash and dry her hair: “I apply it to my roots before going to bed. By the time I wake up, it's fully absorbed and my hair looks fresh and alive again.”

Key ingredients: Biotin, rice starch | Size: 1.2 oz. | Scent: Amber

• What we love: Two options available for both light and dark hair
• What we don’t like: Packaging is cool but a little tricky to hold.

For those with fine hair, this powder dry shampoo from SexyHair is the one to reach for. It'll buy you an extra day or two in between washes, and it'll give you some much-needed volume by slightly lifting hair from your roots. Celeb hairstylist Graham Nation, who has worked with everyone from Demi Moore to Simone Ashely, told us this is his pick whenever he needs to add texture to hair without having to do a full blowout. “This powder dry shampoo is perfect for fine hair types and provides a safer option for those who don’t want aerosols in their house and hair,” he says.

Key ingredients: Silica silylate, propylene glycol | Size: 0.4 oz. | Scent: Fragrance-free

• What we love: Transparent-free finish
• What we don’t like: To give volume, the texture may feel slightly tacky.

In addition to giving your hair a refresh, dry shampoo is also a great way to add some extra volume. Whether you’re wearing your hair down, braiding it, or going for an updo, this powder dry shampoo option from Hairstory is a favorite with several of the hairstylists we spoke to. Amber Casciano Shatzen, an Atlanta-based hairstylist, calls it hands down the best powder dry shampoo she’s ever used. “It’s versatile, caters to all hair colors, textures, lengths, and styles, and delivers exceptional results,” she says. “The generously sized bottle and convenient pump make application effortless, but what truly sets it apart is the way it effortlessly builds texture throughout the hair while effectively absorbing oils from the scalp. I’ve found the quality of its ingredients to be top-notch, and it’s a staple product used daily in my salon.”

Key ingredients: Kaolin, cornstarch, tapioca starch | Size: 1.35 oz. | Scent: Fragrance-free

• What we love: Adds hold for an updo and texture to braids
• What we don’t like: Dispenser isn’t so easy when applying at the back of the hair.

A favorite of both the Glamour beauty team and among hair professionals, this powder dry shampoo works overtime to not only absorb grease but also to deliver shine and softness to the hair with prickly pear seed oil. It also helps to prevent further damage with moringa leaf extract while improving the strength of strands with the addition of cactus flower extract. Hairstylist Raven Hurtado calls it her top choice: “I recommend the Dae Fairy Duster volumizing powder dry shampoo because it absorbs oil, adds volume and body, and has a delicious citrus scent.”

Key ingredients: Mojave yucca, cornstarch | Size: 1.06 oz. | Scent: Citrus

• What we love: Easy-to-use pump
• What we don’t like: Might not work as well on very fine hair

Infused with oat milk, this calming option from Klorane comes in recyclable packaging and is both sulfate- and paraben-free. It’s suitable for all hair types but works especially well with curly hair due to its conditioning ingredients. Hairstylist Elisha Smith recommends always using a brush as opposed to your hands to blend it out. “Remember, dry shampoo is best used with friction from your brush where the powder attaches to the oil, and the brush removes the oil attached to the starch from the hair,” she says.

Key ingredients: Oat milk | Size: 1.7 oz. | Scent: Lightly fragranced

• What we love: Doesn’t leave any residue
• What we don’t like: Need to be careful not to dispense too much product

This one is for anyone looking for a long-term solution to an irritated scalp or oily roots with dry ends. This dry shampoo powder from Briogeo has nutrient-rich formula that detoxifies and helps with oil production. Hairstylist Becca Raziuddin loves this product for its ability to gently clean the top of the hair, saying, “This is a great product for oily hair because it’s made with charcoal, which is great for oil absorption.”

Key ingredients: Biotin, rice starch | Size: 1.7 oz. | Scent: Light

• What we love: Soothes scalp
• What we don’t like: Harder to dispense product as it gets emptier

Keep your latest set of blonde highlights golden for longer by reducing the frequency you need to wash your hair. Kaolin clay and arrowroot powder work together to absorb any excess oil and buy you time between blowouts. A tiny amount of cocoa powder gives this powder an off-white tone that blends in seamlessly with every shade of blonde from sandy and ash to platinum. This was another recommendation from Raziuddin, who says it’s a great dry shampoo option for blondes but also comes in a tinted version for dark hair.

Key ingredients: Arrowroot powder | Size: 1 oz., 2 oz. | Scent: Lightly lavender

• What we love: Comes in two sizes; also available for dark hair
• What we don’t like: Not as widely available

While this pick from Oribe is slightly more expensive, it lasts for ages. The dreamy scent and the way it leaves hair looking clean in minutes is worth every penny. Stylist Raven Hurtado says it’s her go-to because it absorbs oil and dirt and extends the time between washes. It’s convenient for those mornings when you're running late.

Key ingredients: Rosebay extract | Size: 1.6 oz. | Scent: Floral/fruity

• What we love: Suitable for all hair types
• What we don’t like: Slightly harder to apply

While this technically isn’t a powder dry shampoo, it’s a great option for colored hair. “I love how invisible the translucent microbeads are on my dyed brown hair,” says Holden. “Even though it’s a spray, it doesn’t come in an aerosol and is my favorite option for in between washes.” If you’re trying to cut down on how much you heat-style your hair and can’t seem to find a dry shampoo that works for you, this option from K18 is surprisingly lightweight and works incredibly well at eliminating odors and grease without resulting in buildup on the scalp.

Key ingredients: Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid | Size: 5 oz. | Scent: Fresh

• What we love: Lightweight feel
• What we don’t like: More of a liquid than a powder