11 Best Dry Shampoos 2023 For Touch Ups and In-Between Washes

As the seasons change, likely so will your hairstyle. And along with a new blow dryer, you might be on the lookout for the best dry shampoo to help you soothe your scalp between cleanses, preserve your style, or simply provide that extra volume and oomph between wash days.

Best Dry Shampoos

• Best for Sensitive Scalps: Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk, $24
• Best for a Blowout Refresh: Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo, $48
• Best for Curly Hair: Living Proof Perfect hair Day (PhD) Dry Shampoo, $43
• Best for Volume: Philip Kingsley One More Day Refreshing Dry Shampoo, $34
• Best for Clarifying: Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal Dry Shampoo, $25
• Best for Natural Hair & Protective Styles: Sunday II Sunday Root Refresh, $31
• Best for Thick Hair: Hask Coconut Dry Shampoo, $7
• Best for Color-Treated Hair: Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo, $31
• Best for Dark Hair: Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo for Dark Tones, $26
• Best for a Custom Formula: Prose Custom Dry Shampoo, $30

How to Pick the Right Dry Shampoo

Picking the perfect formula for your hair type makes all the difference. “All textures can use dry shampoo, but it may not be necessary or as beneficial for someone with coily hair,” says celebrity hairstylist Erinn Courtney. “Straight, wavy, or loosely curled hair benefits from dry shampoo most. Some dry shampoos are made for more oily hair, so they should be picked accordingly to what kind of help your hair needs to feel fresh again.”

Brooklyn-based hairstylist Mickiela Smith—also a trichologist and founder of hair-care platform—adds that for those with allergies or sensitive skin, it may be worth having a conversation with your doctor as they can provide a medicated, waterless shampoo to ease scalp woes. But for those in search of a shoppable solution, here are the 11 best dry shampoo to use this season and beyond—according to the pros and Vogue editors.

Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk

• Why We Love It: This dry shampoo was developed specifically for oily scalps, with soothing oat milk to combat irritation. The formulation is also great for those with dark hair, as no residue shows up on the scalp.
• Key Ingredients: Organically harvested oat milk, corn and rice starch, absorbent silica, natural mineral pigments
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Sensitive scalps, says pro hairstylist Karen Miller.

Oribe Gold Lust Dry Shampoo

• Why we love it: This iconic product drinks up excess oil and build-up on the scalp, leaving it itch-free, and revived—thanks to soothing lavender and chamomile extracts.
• Key Ingredients: Rice powder, chamomile extract, lavender extract
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: A blowout refresh

Living Proof Perfect hair Day (PhD) Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: According to Miller, those with curly hair should consider this Living Proof formula. “This absorbs the oils and leaves the curls feeling refreshed and doesn’t flake up,” she says. What more could you ask for?
• Key Ingredients: Rice starch, odor neutralizers
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Curly Hair

Philip Kingsley One More Day Refreshing Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: This dry shampoo helps to thicken and volumize hair, thanks to oryza sativa (rice starch), while panthenol keeps moisture in the hair. Niaminamide protects the scalp from dryness.
• Key Ingredients: Rice starch, panthenol, niacinamide
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Added volume

Briogeo Scalp Revival Charcoal + Biotin Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: This dry shampoo is the ultimate refresher. It works well on all hair types, including color-treated strands. The formula’s binchotan charcoal clarifies the scalp, while biotin strengthens the hair throughout the process.
• Key Ingredients: Binchotan charcoal, biotin, witch hazel
• Type: Spray (note: you squeeze it from the sides, not the top)
• Best For: Clarifying

Sunday II Sunday Root Refresh Micellar Rinse Dry Shampoo Alternative

• Why We Love It: Both Courtney and Miller are fans of Sunday II Sunday Root Refresh Micellar Rinse, which is formulated as a spray for a thoughtful alternative to traditional dry shampoos. “Natural hair flourishes when moisturized so this does a great job collecting the oil and sweat from the scalp, rids the hair of odor, and keeps the hair strands soft and moisturized,” says Courtney. “[It’s] is also great for sensitive scalps as micellar water and apple cider vinegar are great for soothing irritation on the scalp and skin, while  still getting the clean feeling.” Since it refreshes without drying, Miller notes this is perfect for extending your wash-and-go.
• Key Ingredients: Micellar water, apple cider vinegar, myrrh extract
• Type: Spray
• Best For: Natural and protective styles

Hask Coconut Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: Those with thick strands can trust this product to deliver long-lasting results. The formula, which contains ultra-fine rice starch, works to absorb oil, sweat, and keep odor under control—all without drying out hair. The tropical coconut scent is an added bonus.
• Key Ingredients: Rice starch, coconut oil, monoi flower extract
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Thick hair

Kérastase Fresh Affair Fine Fragrance & Oil-Absorbing Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: The fresh neroli scent of this Kérastase dry shampoo isn’t the only reason to keep it stocked in your beauty cabinet. It’s known to expertly absorb oils on the scalp and strands sans white cast, meaning even those embracing dark hair colors can experience the benefits. 
• Key Ingredients: Rice starch, vitamin E
• Type: Aerosol mist
• Best For: Volume

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: Along with your other coveted products, specifically designed for color-treated hair, this high-performance dry shampoo won’t strip your color or damaged strands. With Pureology’s Style + Protect, expect immediate oil and dirt absorption—without dryness or stiffness.
• Key Ingredients: Rice starch, sunflower seed extract
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Color-Treated Hair

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones

• Why We Love It: Those with dark-colored hair might shy away from dry shampoo in fear of powdery product build-up. But, luckily, this formula was designed with you in mind. “This gives you all the benefits of a dry shampoo with added tint for dark-colored hair,” says Miller. If flaking is your concern though, she advises: “Don’t apply dry shampoo directly to the scalp; applying in sections and in-between the hair strands works best.”
• Key Ingredients: Argan oil, rich starch
• Type: Aerosol spray
• Best For: Dark hair

Prose Custom Dry Shampoo

• Why We Love It: This dry shampoo is customizable, making it great for all hair types. However, each formula  does have a few things in common: no white residue, added volume thanks to tapioca starch, as well as excess oil control.
• Key Ingredients: Menthol, tapioca starch, witch hazel extract
• Type: Spray
• Best For: A custom formula

How often should I use dry shampoo?

Trichologist and colorist Bridgette Hill says that depending on hair type and texture, a dry shampoo can be used up to twice a day. “The important factor is ensuring there is a healthy hair care routine that balances the use of dry shampoo,” she notes. “If someone is using a dry shampoo daily, a proper shampoo with water should be performed at least every two to three days.”

Meet The Experts

• Erinn Courtney is a Los Angeles-based celebrity hairstylist who counts Eva Marcille, Willow Smith, and Trevor Noah as clients.
• Bridgette Hill is a certified trichologist, colorist, and editorial stylist.
• Karen Miller is a New York City-based educator and professional hairstylist whose clients include Quinta Brunson and Tinashe.
• Mickiela Smith is a Brooklyn-based hairstylist of MMSMITH.CO