What is Dry Shampoo?

Though dry shampoo has been in use for ages, it gained prevalence recently due to the advice of hair stylists and hair experts. Beauty experts recommend washing your hair less frequently to keep it healthy.

As an Ayurveda practitioner I would like to say classical Ayurveda describes hair washing as a dinacharya or daily routine. But the fact that water in ancient days was purer and easily available should also be taken in to consideration. Nowadays, the high chlorine or bleach content in water can give rise to various hair problems including dry scalp and itching. So, skipping your hair wash once or twice a week is always fine.

Dry shampoo is a dry substance that cleans your hair without the use of water. Dry shampoo works by absorbing oil from your scalp and hair, thus making it look and feel freshly washed again. Dry shampoo absorbs excess sebum and other oils from your roots, freshens up the rest of your hair, and leaves it smelling fresher.

Benefits of Using a Dry Shampoo:

• Saves time: Whenever there’s no time for a proper shampoo and blow-dry, dry shampoo is your friend and savior.
• It gives a silky texture to your hair
• It makes your hair look to have more volume
• It eliminates odor
• It conserves your hair color
• It also soothes the irritated or itchy scalp