Shopping Writer Meghan has never used dry shampoo to avoid aerosol sprays and white casts left behind, but this powder alternative she found has ‘been a game-changer between hair wash days’
I know a lot of people who have relied on dry shampoo to get through that last stretch before hair wash day, but it’s never been something I thought I’d use. I don’t like using aerosol products if I can avoid it. I’ve seen the dreaded white powder left behind from popular drugstore dry shampoos, and my hair is so thin that anything remotely heavy just sits on top of it, making it plainly obvious there’s product in my hair without doing the job properly.
I thought I’d never use dry shampoo—until I tried this Hair Gain Peptide Puff Dry Shampoo, a powder alternative to aerosol products that is completely weightless and doesn’t leave behind that white residue, even on my thin hair. And what’s more, it’s budget-friendly at £15 from Lookfantastic, Cult Beauty, or All Beauty.
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My new non-aerosol, volumising dry shampoo effortlessly absorbs grease and oil while caring for your hair and scalp in between washes, without leaving weird textures and smells behind. It comes in a pale pink, pocket-sized compact and is equipped with a padded puff dispenser for precise application at home and on the go, with no need to spray. Just tap, puff, and refresh – it’s that simple and effective. I barely even noticed the fine powder coming out of the puff when applying it, it’s that weightless and light on the hair.
Retailing at £14.99, this powder dry shampoo adds volume, body, and texture to dull locks for a just-washed finish that isn’t emphasized by white residue left behind. It instantly absorbs oil, sweat, and odour, boasting an advanced Peptide Complex with Biotin and Caffeine that works to nourish your hair and style it. I’ve found it’s the perfect go-to for reviving a dull style or keeping my hair looking fresh out of the salon in the days between hair washes.
Suitable for all hair types and gentle on the scalp, this non-aerosol dry shampoo comes in a small and convenient container, ideal for taking on the go, whether on a trip away or in your handbag for a long day. I’ve found it’s especially useful for nights spent away when you don’t have time to do your whole haircare routine the following day, as it’s perfect for giving my hair a pick-me-up that makes me ready for whatever plans I have that day, without spending half an hour in the shower.
But it isn’t just me; plenty of shoppers are singing the praises of this powder alternative from Hair Gain, which was a finalist in the Pure Beauty Awards 2024. One 5-star reviewer remarks: “Amazing dry shampoo. This is the best dry shampoo I have ever used, I’ve tried tons of different sprays and they never actually worked whereas this little beauty really does!! It absorbs all grease and leaves hair soft and shiny, I can’t recommend this enough if u have fine hair that normal dry shampoo doesn’t work on.”
Another buyer beams: “Great product. I was offered the chance to try this before it was released and it was honestly game changing. Ive always wanted a dry shampoo isnt a spray. It smelled lovely, it was easy to apply and easy to throw in your bag as its travel sized. I was able to control where the powder is applied to tackle areas that needed a freshen up. Id use this again for sure.”
And the same sentiments are shared by this shopper who says: “Absolutely love this. I have always attempted to use aerosol dry shampoo and failed at every try, it just make my hair worse. I was sceptical with this one also but I was so surprised, it was absolutely brilliant. Very easy to apply and honestly lasted all day, I even used two days in a row as I was so busy, it was a lifesaver. The small bottle is deceiving a small amount goes a long way. 100% recommend.”
You can pick up my new go-to dry shampoo powder from Lookfantastic or Cult Beauty, where it sells for £15, or head to All Beauty, where (at the time of writing this) it’s available for the discounted price of £11.45.
