The 10 Best Dry Shampoos, Crowned After Weeks of Testing

Best Overall

Klorane Dry Shampoo

$24 at Amazon $24 at Ulta $20 at Walmart

Size: 5.4 ounces | Scent: Generic | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Dry shampoos don't always hit all the notes that they should, but this one by Klorane sure did. Of all the dry shampoos we tested, it impressed us the most—it absorbed oil exceptionally well, enhanced volume, and looked invisible in the hair after massaging it in. Suitable for all hair types, the ultra-gentle, plant-based formula calls on starch and silica to tackle oil and odors, while organically harvested oat milk soothes the scalp.

We loved that the fine powder soaked up grease from the roots but didn't leave hair feeling dry or chalky—it felt like we didn't use dry shampoo at all. It does leave a bit of a white cast upon application, but it's easily brushed away.

Best Drugstore

Kristin Ess Style Reviving Dry Shampoo

$15 at Amazon $15 at Ulta $5 at Target

Size: 4 ounces | Scent: Fresh | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Kristin Ess dry shampoo is a great option if you're late to a work function or dinner date and need to pick one up at the drugstore on your way. We enjoyed its absorbency and invisibility in the hair and loved how it sucked up excess oil and gave a bit of volume. You can even use it when you have a ton of product buildup and need a refreshed look.

In addition to absorbent starch, the sleek, moody can is chock full of strengthening ingredients like keratin, wheat protein, and pea protein which will make your hair look healthier over time. Since it contains alcohol, we suggest using it somewhat sparingly to avoid drying out your scalp (aka not every day).

Best for Oily Scalps

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day (PhD) Dry Shampoo

$33 at Amazon $18 at Sephora $33 at Ulta

Size: 5.5 ounces | Scent: Light | Cruelty-Free: Yes

If you've never been able to go more than a day or two between washes, say hello to your new best friend. This advanced formula from Byrdie beloved Living Proof truly makes your hair feel like you just stepped out of the shower and got a sweet blowout. The magic here lies in the fast-absorbing powders that spray out of the nozzle in such a way that keeps any white residue from touching your locks. Pretty cool, huh?

Not only did it leave our hair feeling legit cleaner and softer it also managed to add shine, so in a way, it feels apropos to call this a dry shampoo and conditioner in one. We love that it never left our hair feeling crunchy or weighed down, although after using it for three days in a row, it was definitely time for a real wash. We also fell for the product's light scent which was never overpowering but lasted all day. The only thing that irked us was the extreme power of the spray nozzle, which sometimes made it hard to control where the product ended up.

Best Powder

Billie Floof Dry Shampoo

$14 at Amazon $24 at Walmart $14 at Mybillie.com

Size: 1.2 ounces | Scent: None | Cruelty-Free: Yes

If you'd prefer an aerosol-free powder, Floof is your best bet. Powders are typically shaken directly onto the scalp and then massaged into the hair until they appear invisible. This dry shampoo—which comes in a cute, round bottle—absorbs grease effectively with baking soda and rice starch, then works on strengthening your strands with biotin. We were surprised by how easy it was to apply—it comes out of the bottle via a small hall to minimize mess.

It also comes in a light- or dark-hair option, and upon trying the brunette version, we noted that the brownish-clay color blended beautifully, which we didn't expect based on how it looked coming out. The only thing we didn't love was the texture, which felt a bit grainy.

Best for Dark Hair

Dove Care Between Washes Brunette Dry Shampoo

$6 at Walmart $8 at CVS $8 at CVS

Size: 5 ounces | Scent: Clean | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Calling all dark-haired beauties! Dove's wallet-friendly Between Washes Brunette dry shampoo received top marks for its invisibility on brown shades. We noticed it leaves a brown cast instead of a chalky white residue that disappeared into our locks almost immediately.

It's a middle-weight product in terms of absorption capability and volume, but it's a light-as-air formula that sets quickly and leaves hair feeling clean, so we can't complain. It distributed any remaining oil in the hair and left it feeling super soft—a huge plus when you're between washes.

Best for Light Hair

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Light Tones

$26 at Amazon $12 at Sephora $26 at Dermstore

Size: 5.4 ounces | Scent: Clean/fresh | Cruelty-Free: Yes

If you have blonde, platinum, white, or gray hair, we suggest trying Moroccanoil Light Tones. We especially appreciated that the powdery formula sprays purple out of the can, like an in-shower purple toning shampoo that cancels brassiness—a big plus for platinum blondes. The formula includes rice starch, which soaks up grease and product buildup brilliantly, while argan oil nourishes and smooths for healthier-looking strands.

This dry shampoo seriously floored us thanks to how well it tackled excess oil, how weightless it felt on the hair, its invisible finish, and its volume-boosting power. Just a heads up though—the oil content might weigh down fine hair.

Best for Volume

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo

$28 at Amazon $15 at Sephora View on Shop.com

Amika's Perk Up Dry Shampoo is not only effective at absorbing oil that can weigh down hair, but it adds extra oomph to the hair, making it look like we just applied volumizing hairspray too. After application, we noticed that our hair had a good amount of extra volume and body (although it also left it a bit stiff). We also love the formula's clear finish which makes it completely invisible regardless of your hair color. It does have a heavy vanilla scent, though it dissipates throughout the day, similar to perfume.

The nozzle can get a little stuck sometimes (like with hairspray) so we recommend cleaning it before use if you notice any buildup. Also, because this formula contains aerosol, you'll have to take precautions about where you store it. Keep it out of direct sunlight and avoid storing it on top of heated surfaces like a car dashboard or radiator.

Size: 5.3 ounces | Scent: Fruity/vanilla | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best for Fine Hair

Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo

$26 at Amazon $26 at Sephora $52 at Dermstore

Size: 8.7 ounces | Scent: Côte d'Azur | Cruelty-Free: Yes

We love a dry shampoo that doesn't weigh down fine hair, and Oribe's nails achieve that with aplomb. Hairstylist Sophia Nawabi is a big fan of it. "It absorbs product buildup, oil, and impurities with translucent powders," she tells Byrdie. It was a huge hit during testing, too: It earned high marks for its absorbency, volumizing power, and invisibility.

Though it's undoubtedly pricey, it might be worth the splurge. It looks and feels luxurious. Most importantly, it was seriously effective at absorbing oil while also adding volume to our roots without adding stiffness. We thought that the signature Côte d'Azur scent was pretty incredible, too.

Best for Dry Hair

OGX Extra Strength Refresh + Restore Coconut Miracle Oil Dry Shampoo

$25 at Walmart

Size: 5 ounces | Scent: Coconut/floral | Cruelty-Free: No

Dry hair doesn't always love dry shampoos since, spoiler alert, they're designed to draw out scalp oil. But this one from OGX is different. As the name suggests, the formula contains coconut oil which helps nourish the hair while adding shine and softness. It also smells like you've been vacationing in the Caribbean, which we weren't mad about.

When we tried it out, it scored super high marks for how it left our hair feeling and its invisibility. It also added a nice, soft volume. However, the coconut oil might make this one too heavy for folks with thin hair. However, it never left us with greasy hair and did a great job refreshing second-day hair.

Best for Daily Use

Nexxus Dry Shampoo for Volume

View on Amazon $16 at Target $16 at Target

Size: 5 ounces | Scent: Fresh | Cruelty-Free: No

Dry shampoo can cause product buildup if used every day, but this one from Nexxus is light enough that we think you could get away with it (for a few extra days between washes, at least). While some dry shampoos can weigh down thin strands, this stellar formula does not but does work to soak up grease and sweat, strengthen with keratin and wheat protein, and leave you with a subtle volume boost.

We gave it a perfect invisibility score and felt it added a nice texture. It's not the best at absorbing all the oil on your scalp, but that reduced drying component makes it less likely to make your hair feel dirty if used frequently (which is exactly what we wanted to do after trying it!)