In a pinch, we’ve all found ourselves reaching for a can of dry shampoo more often than we’d like to admit (no judgement here), but what’s the official consensus on dry shampoo’s effect on hair health?
Is dry shampoo bad for your hair?
Officially, no, but it depends entirely on the dry shampoo, as well as the frequency of use.
Obviously, the best case scenario for greasy strands is a good old fashioned shampoo (double if you’re lucky) and conditioner, but time doesn’t always allow, especially for hair extension wearers.
Product buildup is the largest culprit here. Once days of oil, sweat, dirt, and hair product settle on the scalp, pores become clogged, which can become disastrous for hair health. Adding another layer of product on top can further clog follicles, and lead to a plethora of scalp conditions, including itching, redness, and flaking.
Additionally, many of the ingredients in aerosol dry shampoos, the very ones that are there to decrease your grease, directly harm your hair health. Drying alcohols and harsh propellants strip natural oils from both the scalp and strands, perpetuating an overproduction of oil and creating a need for even more dry shampoo. The starches and polymers in aerosol products are no help either. The stiff coating they create on the scalp traps oil, sweat, and dead skin cells, which further clogs hair follicles.
While it has been addressed, many aerosol products also have trace amounts of benzene, a known carcinogen. More recent manufacturing regulations have prohibited its use, and thus lowered the risk.
Even more concerning is the issue that the combination of clogged follicles and harsh ingredients cause over time: weakened follicles and brittle strands, leading to severe shedding.
What can we do about it?
Luckily, the world has Lacy. As a multi-decade hair extension extraordinaire, she knew that not every woman has time for a lengthy wash routine the second her hair gets greasy, so she set out to create a solution.
Powder Day Dry Shampoo solves all the above issues with one (adorably chic) puff.
No more harsh propellants or drying aerosols! Powder Day’s formula targets grease with ingredients that support the help of the scalp and hair, including Vitamin C and Squalene, to gently cleanse while moisturizing.
The application of the natural absorbing powder soaks in excess oil without overly drying or causing the dreaded product buildup, and fits perfectly into your purse for touch ups on the go. As an added bonus, this dry shampoo is fragrance, sulfate, and scalp free, meaning it’s safest for even the most sensitive of scalps.
Simply remove the puff and open the sifter lid to dispense powder, then dip the puff, and gently pat directly onto hair and scalp. Allow the powder to work its magic, then brush or massage through to distribute evenly, and reveal fresh, voluminous strands!
Powder Day Dry Shampoo is the newest addition to LHC’s lineup of ultra clean hair care targeted to both hair extension protection and new growth cultivation, and luckily for you, applies to the bundle & save program! You won’t want to miss this… We promise.
