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How the Pros Use Dry Shampoo

Hairdressers have long loved dry shampoo as a way to get more mileage out of a blow-out (and rely less on damaging heat tools). The key to success is the right technique, says Christian Wood, Toni & Guy celebrity stylist.
Photo: ACP/Trunk Archive

Step 1
Spray hair in sections only at the roots.

Step 2
Allow the powder to sit for two to three minutes, so it can absorb excess oils on your scalp.

Step 3
Blast quickly with a hair dryer to blow all the dry shampoo particles out of your hair. You'll be left with volume and a freshly washed feel. Products (from left)

Toni & Guy Cleanse Dry Shampoo, $15; Target.com

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo Dark Tones, $26; Moroccanoil.com

Sally Hershberger 24K Supreme Stylist Voluminous Dry Shampoo, $32; Sephora.com

Klorane Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk Natural Tint, $20; KloraneUSA.com

Rahua Voluminous Dry Shampoo, $32; Rahua.com

Additional photo credits: Ben Goldstein/Studio D
From the September 2015 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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