How to DIY an Easy Dry Shampoo
I don't usually wash my hair more than twice a week, even with a natural shampoo. I've found dry shampoo essential on those days when my hair isn't looking its best but I don't have the time or I don't feel like washing it. We all have days like that, don't we?
As the idea was to be more low maintenance while still keeping things natural, I started looking around for a DIY dry shampoo recipe I could make at home that was really easy to whip up.
As I have dark hair I add some cacao powder to the mix that has the added benefit of making my hair smell of chocolate. If your hair is lighter I would definitely suggest you leave the cacao powder out, because it can dull your hair.
Tools and materials:
- Arrowroot powder OR organic cornstarch
- Cacao powder (optional)
- Essential oil (optional)
- Measuring cups or spoons
- Small bowl or jar and teaspoon for mixing
- Jar or shaker bottle for storage
- Old make-up brush (optional)
- Comb
1. Dry ingredients
For the regular dry shampoo DIY recipe, you'll need either a 1/4 cup of aluminum free arrowroot or a 1/4 cup of organic cornstarch.
For the DIY dry shampoo for dark hair, use 2 tablespoons of arrowroot or cornstarch plus 2 tablespoons of cacao powder.
2. Essential oil (optional)
You can optionally add 5 drops of an essential oil of your choice. I love the smell of lavender so I use that. Cedarwood and ylang ylang also work well.
3. Mixing
Place the dry ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Add the drops of essential oil if you're using them.
Mix well with a spoon until all the ingredients are blended together.
4. Storage & use
You can store the mixture in an old jar or powder container. I put mine in an old spice jar with a shaker lid.
Either shake the powder on to your roots, work it in with your fingertips and comb it through your hair.
Alternatively use an old make-up brush to apply it. Style as usual.
DIY dry shampoo
Dry shampoo is great if you're transitioning to "no-poo", that is not using shampoo at all, or from a commercial shampoo to a natural one without surfactants.
Your hair can look oily for two or three weeks until it adjusts to the new regime, and dry shampoo can really help during that time.
I love this recipe because it's so easy to make, it's all-natural and really convenient to use.
If you have any other DIY dry shampoo recipes, please share them in the comments below!
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