These Are the Best Dry Shampoos, According to Beauty Editors

You're not imagining it: There are a zillion dry shampoos on the market at this very moment. Probably one for each and every specific hair-care need or quirk you've got. And it can be daunting to comb through all those options. Do you buy a dry shampoo to match your hair color? Do you want to go extra on the volume or do you just need something to refresh your scalp after a protective style? Sure, pretty much every dry shampoo will take care of a dirty, oily scalp, letting you go a day (or two) longer without washing your hair, but dry shampoos have evolved. The newest formulas also contain styling ingredients that add volume, thickness, and texture. Yeah — we told you there is a lot to choose from. Fortunately, our favorites are a good place to start. Check out 16 of some of the best dry shampoos out there. They smell amazing and come at prices you can afford, whether you're a baller or on a budget.

Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo

The rice powders in the 2018 Best of Beauty-winning Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo immediately suck up any oil or grime in the hair, while golden root extracts help maintain moisture and extend the life of your blowout. A few spritzes and you'll feel like you just stepped out of the salon.

$23 (Shop Now)

Macadamia Professional Style Extend Dry Shampoo

Thanks to the rice and potato starches in this Macadamia Professional dry shampoo, no one will know you haven't actually washed your hair, saving you another rinse, lather, and repeat. Its macadamia and argan oils with fatty acids provide weightless moisture and strengthen strands.

$20 (Shop Now)

Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo

Beloved by Karl Lagerfeld and top stylists, Klorane's Gentle Dry Shampoo spray is a fan favorite for good reason. It easily extends the life of a blowout by a day or two without a trace of ashy residue. Ditch those oily roots and get into the fluff and volume this leaves your hair with.

$20 (Shop Now)

Keratin Complex Volumizing Dry Shampoo Lift Powder

Keratin Complex has one of the best dry shampoos if you ask executive beauty editor Jessica Chia. "It makes your hair look fuller and lifted at the root, and not grimy like most sprays because the powder is super fine," she says. "And, it doesn’t show up even on black hair if you brush it through."

$36 (Shop Now)

Dove Invigorating Dry Shampoo

The sweet, powdery scent is strong (as is the absorbency), and just like its higher-priced companions, you won't get that tack factor or chalky residue. What really blew us away (literally) was the impressive power and range of this Dove mist, which left hair looking noticeably fuller.

$6 (Shop Now)

John Frieda Luxurious Volume Volume Refresh Dry Shampoo

White residue is a real problem with most dry shampoos. But not with this freshly-scented one that quickly absorbs oil and gives your hair body at the roots. The folks at John Frieda suggest letting this spray sit a little on your hair before massaging it in to make sure it really gets at all those impurities.

$9 (Shop Now)

Ouai Dry Shampoo

Ouai's dry shampoo is on many an Instagram shelfie for a reason. Jen Atkin's got the keys to the coolest-looking hair with minimal effort, and her lightly-scented dry shampoo is another must for your stash. Spray this on, fluff it in, and say hello to hair with some more body -ody -ody.

$24 (Shop Now)

Batiste Original Dry Shampoo

The can may look like a throwback, but there is nothing outdated about Batiste's formula. The lemon-scented spray bulks up hair fibers for a completely refreshed look. It appears white at first spritz, but run your fingers or a brush through your hair, and the powder is undetectable.

$8 (Shop Now)

Bed Head by TIGI Oh Bee Hive! Matte Dry Shampoo

Bed Head's Bee Hive dry shampoo is a two-for since it also works as a hairspray. It's made with a super fine powder to freshen up your roots, give it a lift, and keep it there. You can also use this to finesse an updo on those days your hair may be especially, um, lived in.

$20 (Shop Now)

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo

There's a reason why Living Proof's dry shampoo won two Allure awards in a row. When the spray hits your hair, a polymer called OFPMA creates a weightless, invisible shield around each strand. Then, poof — no more oil or sweaty, old product-y odor.

$22 (Shop Now)

Taliah Waajid Refresh and So Clean Dry Gel Shampoo

Made specifically for protective styles, Taliah Waajid's dry gel shampoo works wonders to refresh the scalp while reducing hair follicle irritation. It’s infused with avocado, peppermint, witch hazel, and a SciNatranol peptide fortifying complex with bamboo, basil, and biotin. Apply to one area at a time and use a small damp cloth to cleanse.

$8 (Shop Now)

Nexxus Youth Renewal Rejuvenating Dry Shampoo

There's no denying that this Best of Beauty-winning spray from Nexxus does one heck of a job in general. But what really makes it stand out is the argan oil in it, which helps smooth fried ends and flyaways. Just call this one a multitasker.

$20 (Shop Now)

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo

It might be time to swap out whatever perfume is currently taking up real estate on your vanity for Amika's dry shampoo. Seriously, it really is that good. It leaves our mood — and our roots — as lifted as the name suggests.

$22 (Shop Now)

Captain Blankenship Mermaid Dry Shampoo

For those who ever dreamed of living life as a mermaid (who hasn’t?), know this: this product won’t make that happen, but it will bring you one step closer to amazing hair that smells like beach rose. Captain Blankenship's talc-free formula combines organic essential oils with aluminum-free baking soda to absorb oil while organic arrowroot powder mattifies greasy hair.

$24 (Shop Now)

Rusk Deepshine Color Invisible Dry Shampoo

It’s no secret that keeping water exposure to a minimum helps prevent your hair color from fading fast. Rusk's formula is patented with UV-protection technology to help maintain chemically-colored hair. Even if your hair isn’t colored, reach for a bottle and spray to revive your crown.

$19 (Shop Now)

Marc Anthony True Professional Coconut Clear Dry Shampoo

We'd like for you to meet your savior — between wash days, that is. Marc Anthony's Clear Dry Shampoo works for all hair types and rids hair of dirt, grease, and daily pollution thanks to the addition of zeolites (molecules formed when lava meets water). Plus, the coconut scent has us longing for a tropical getaway.

$7 (Shop Now)

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