It happens more often than you’d like to admit. Your hair is a grease pit and you don’t have time to wash it. What can you do? A pony tail can make it look worse. Sometimes it can help to get out the blow dryer and fluff it up a little but to make a real impact, you need to absorb the grease. If you have ever tried to put your loose face powder on your head to soak up some oil, you are already onto the theory of powder shampoo.
Certain powders that have great oil-absorbing qualities are used in creating dry shampoo for hair. It’s not something most people talk about because they don’t want to admit they don’t wash their hair that often. Powder shampoos are a bit tricky to use. Here are some tips for getting the best results.
A little goes a long way. Even if you think your hair is the oiliest hair in human existence, you should really follow the instructions on the label. You’d be surprised at how far a little bit of powder can take you. Use a small amount at first and then you can always add more as needed. Remember if you put too much, your hair could end up looking powdery and that is not a look anyone wants.
Always apply the powder as close to the scalp as possible. You want to aim for the roots. Applying it to the ends solves nothing and will only waste the product. Oiliness in hair begins at the scalp so apply it there and rest assured it will reach the ends too as you comb it out.
If you applied it carefully yet you still notice some traces of powder in your hair, blot with a towel. This can help pick up some of the loose bits of powder that your hair didn’t absorb and that are too fine to be combed out.
Look for colored powders. If your hair is very dark, a white powder might not completely disappear no matter how hard you try. Bumble and Bumble Dry Shampoo is available in many common hair colors such as blond, brown, red, and black for maximum blendability.
Getting the look of clean hair doesn’t always mean a trip to the shower. Using a powder to absorb the oil is a great time saver. With the right technique and a bit of patience, you can get the most from this clever shortcut.