The 15 Best Dry Shampoos on the Market, According to Our Editors

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo ($30)

"I hate styling my hair, so when I finally muster up the energy to do it, I rely on the Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo to extend it as long as possible. Just a little bit goes a long way in keeping my roots looking clean and oil-free. It doesn't leave behind visible powder like other formulas, which is a must, as I have dark hair. I'm so obsessed, I keep one at work, one in my travel bag, and one at home." — Jessica Harrington, editor, Beauty

Batiste Hint of Color Dry Shampoo ($12)

"I use the Batiste Hint of Color Dry Shampoo for medium-brown hair because if I use anything that's white, I might as well shower at that point due to the amount I tend to use, which is counterintuitive. I mean, I swear I wash my hair sometimes, but most of the time I'm like, nah." — Alessia Santoro, editor, Family

Bumble and Bumble Pret-a-Powder Post Workout Dry Shampoo Mist ($16)

"I knew my usual dance-cardio class would be the real test for the Bumble and Bumble Pret-a-Powder Post Workout Dry Shampoo Mist. (Cardio typically leaves me drenched in sweat, so I usually need to wash my hair immediately after.) This time, I took a quick body shower, then turned my attention to my hair. I'll admit that I was dubious at first — how was making my hair even wetter going to help the situation? Still, I dutifully towel-dried the sweatiest parts of my hair, sprayed the mist all over my head, waited 30 seconds, and brushed it out. As soon as my hair started to air dry, I noticed a difference. Though my strands were still damp, they didn't feel oily or sweaty anymore. Instead, my hair felt soft and — dare I say — fresh." — Annalise Mantz, editor, native

Colab Dry Shampoo+ Blonde ($10)

"If you're a blonde looking for a color-correcting dry shampoo, this is the best in the game. It's formulated with vitamin E for scalp care, and it helps disguise roots." — Renee Rodriguez, staff writer and social producer

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo ($28)

"I'm obsessed with the Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo. I fell in love a few years ago when I broke my ankle and washing my hair was nearly impossible. I've tried many, many dry shampoos, but none rival this colorful can. It covers any trace of greasy roots without any white residue (often a challenge for brunettes), feels cool and fresh on my scalp, and smells incredible. The scent is so intoxicating that I actually get compliments on it regularly — the brand says it's a mix of vanilla, citrus, and clover. I bought Amika's room spray in the same scent because I love it that much." — Joanna Douglas, executive director, Native

Klorane Ultra-Gentle Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk ($20)

"The Klorane Ultra-Gentle Dry Shampoo With Oat Milk is the only one that freshens up my hair (which tends to get oily FAST) without feeling like I had to use 100 pounds of dry shampoo." — Zareen Siddiqui, audience development director

"Any time I finish a bottle of the Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk, only the soundtrack of Celine Dion's 'My Heart Will Go On' could describe my mourning. It's loaded with heavy-duty, oil-absorbing powders that make it the hands-down best on the market, and it's the only formula that makes my hair look fresh as the first day — after you've brushed out the white residue, of course. Luckily, I don't mind that part, because to me, that just proves it's working." — Kelsey Castañon, content director, Beauty

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones Mini ($12)

"A few years ago, I was at the point where I felt like I'd tried every dry shampoo on the market. I had tested out drugstore brands as well as salon-quality formulas, and I was close to concluding that dry shampoo just plain didn't work. That changed the first time I tried Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones Mini. After just one use, I knew I would love the product forever. It didn't weigh down my hair but instead left my hair silky-smooth and soft to the touch. It absorbed quickly and without leaving a white cast, thanks to the darker tint. It also didn't make my hair feel sticky or powdery. It added body to my hair, all while making it smell like a combination of musk, vanilla, and citrus." — RR

Vegamour GRO Dry Shampoo ($36)

"I have thin, fine hair, and most dry shampoos weigh my hair down. This product not only smells amazing, but it actually is formulated for thin hair. Plant-based phytoactives help hair look fuller at the root, and it's made without talc, so it's safe for everyday use." — RR

Drybar Triple Sec ($29)

"I swear by Drybar's Triple Sec. It's technically an 'amplifying' spray, but it works just the way I'd want a dry shampoo to work — adding volume and texture, helping to combat greasy hair, with zero white powder residue. It's kind of changed my hair and my life. I use it to add texture before blow-drying my hair, as a hairspray to help hold waves, and when I'm going between washes. Bonus: it smells amazing." — Hannah Weil McKinley, former content director, Fashion

Kristin Ess Style Reviving Dry Shampoo ($15)

"Not only does the Kristin Ess Style Reviving Dry Shampoo have an amazing, fresh smell, it also doesn't make my brunette hair look too chalky. A few sprays of this gives me volume and texture without feeling like I have product build-up at my roots." — MW

Batiste Dry Shampoo in Fresh ($11)

"Batiste Dry Shampoo in Fresh is the perfect in-between dry shampoo. It's super affordable, which is a good thing because you'll blow through bottle after bottle. It feels light on your hair and smells great, and doesn't leave a weird buildup after using it for a few days. Just last week I went without shampooing for an alarming five days, and guess what? No one could tell." — Mandy Harris, former executive editor

Colab Dry Shampoo ($6)

"I picked up a bottle of the Colab Dry Shampoo during my last trip to London because I was too busy sightseeing to properly wash my hair and didn't bring any dry shampoo along with me. It's super light and doesn't leave any residue, so it's my new go-to all the time." — Hedy Phillips, contributing editor

Drybar Detox Clear Invisible Dry Shampoo ($28)

"The Drybar Detox Clear Invisible Dry Shampoo somehow makes my sweaty, third-day hair look freshly washed with just a few spritzes. I use it post-morning workout and pre-commute into work by pressing down on its spray dispenser and targeting my slick roots. I massage the clear liquid into the area for faster absorption, throw it into my bag, and head into the office. The best part is it never, ever leaves a white residue." — Jesa Marie Calaor, former assistant editor, Beauty

Rossano Ferretti Parma Dry Shampoo Cream ($20)

"If you're tired of aerosol dry shampoos, you're going to want to give the Rossano Ferretti Parma Dry Shampoo Cream a spin. It works to keep hair fresh without drying it out, and it's formulated for all hair types." — RR