There are so many benefits to not washing your hair every day. Washing every 2-3 days means you're not stripping your hair of the natural oils it needs, plus, we all know 2nd-day hair is the best! (If you have curly hair, you know what I mean.) Unfortunately, roots can get oily in-between days, but that's where DIY dry shampoo comes in.
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As I mentioned, your hair does need to coat itself in oil to keep it healthy. Of course, excess oil can be annoying. Greasy hair is not a good look on me! If your roots look shiny by the end of the day, you're going to want to keep a fresh batch of dry shampoo in your bathroom at all times. This dry shampoo is fantastic, and yes, it smells better than the shampoo you have at home.
Homemade Dry Shampoo
This DIY dry shampoo recipe only needs five ingredients, and I bet you already have cornstarch and baking soda at home. A major perk is that it's for all hair colors. You can make one large batch and give mini jars to all of your favorite ladies.
It won't leave any noticeable coloring in light hair or dark hair. (I have dark hair, so having a recipe that won't leave me looking like I have dandruff buildup is important to me.)
Brunettes, redheads, and blondes will love it!
Dry shampoo will come in handy for styling when you just don't have the energy to wash your hair. Sometimes, all the motivation I have for my hair is putting conditioner in it. Also, if you're a bit wary of using essential oil in your hair, don't be.
Recently, I tried to make the switch from 'popular' shampoo brands to a sulfate-free shampoo. I wasn't a fan, because I missed the sweet smell of Herbal Essences. I know, I know, if you have a hair type like curly or wavy hair, you should just go cold turkey and switch to sulfate-free.
A friend told me there was something I could do to get my perfume-smelling hair back. She recommends that I put a drop of essential oil in my natural shampoo. Peppermint and lavender essential oil will make your hair smell amazing. (Maybe even better than your current beauty products.)
Walking down the hair care aisle can be frustrating. Why does a tiny bottle of dry shampoo spray have to be $8? You can make several jars for a little over that!
If you haven't tried dry shampoo yet, don't underestimate it. It makes hair look like it's been shampooed in the shower. Kiss oily hair goodbye.
Essentials for Making Your Own Dry Shampoo
1. Sunshine Mason Co. Mini Mason Jar
Mason jars are great for storing DIY skincare and hair products!
2. e.l.f. Ultimate Blending Brush for Precision Application, Synthetic
Always keep an extra makeup brush around. You'll want to use them for applying dry shampoo, face masks, and more.
3. 50 Chalkboard Labels Bulk - Free Erasable Chalk Marker
Label all of your DIY products with these adorable chalkboard labels.
