9 dry shampoos you can rely on every single time

Infused with scalp-loving Zinc PCA and Denenscalp technology, this dry shampoo from STRAAND combats oil and odour without disturbing that oh-so-delicate microbiome. Crafted with a fragrance that can only be described as a freshly picked bouquet, this one will have your hair smelling and looking its best at a moments notice. 

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$26 at STRAAND

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$26 from Sephora

Grease is not the word when it comes to cool-girl hair. Thankfully, this dry shampoo contains natural bamboo and rice powder to absorb excess oil for instantly fresher, fuller hair. If you're a brunette, you're in luck too, because unlike most other dry shampoos, this beauty doesn't leave behind any residue.

$14.95 at healthylife

Heralded as a dry shampoo that's safe to use on the daily, Dry Queen will keep your locks squeaky clean for longer. It's packed with rice starch to remove unwanted oils for instant, cleaner, thicker tresses that aren't weighed down.

$35.96 (down from $39.95) at a-beauty

We've never met an Oribe product we didn't love, and this luxe dry shampoo has only further cemented our obsession. It uses translucent powders to keep hair fresh and free of residue, and the dermatologists who helped put together the fancy formula made sure it hits the scalp with a little soothing action, too.

$68 at Adore Beauty

If you like a good boost of volume from your dry shampoo, stock up on this root-reviving option; it’s a great choice for fine hair in need of help, and has a subtly soapy scent that'll definitely allow you to get away with skipping your wash for another day, or three.

$45.95 at Adore Beauty

Talk about a crowd favourite – we doubt you'll find a single person who hasn't had a can of this magic wash-extending stuff in their stash at one time or another. Considering the impressive efficacy, the array of scent options from fruity to floral, and the budget-friendly price, it's easy to see why.

$9.99 at Chemist Warehouse

A coloured dry shampoo (with options for light tones and dark ones), this lightweight refresher uses rice starch to absorb unwanted oils without leaving any evidence behind; chalky residue is always a dead dirty hair giveaway, after all. It also happens to have built-in UV protection, which is an Aussie gal’s dream come true.

$51.50 at Ry

Dry shampoo is a godsend, yes, but it can be a little tough on sensitive scalps and damaged hair. That's where this gentle guy comes in – thanks to its calming oat & ceramide blend, soothing status and sweet yet mild fragrance, it's totally irritant-free and able to refresh strands while also protecting the scalp from irritants and strengthening hair fibres.

$17.99 at Adore Beauty

A trustworthy dry shampoo powered by rice starch, this formula will deeply cleanse, prime and refresh, leaving you with hair that looks legitimately clean (and doesn't feel anything close to chalky).

$33.99 at Oz Hair & Beauty