If you’ve ever been in a jam or woke up late for an appointment, you know how useful dry shampoo can be. Dry shampoo is a hair care product that involves using dry powdered ingredients (like arrowroot or corn starch) to keep your hair looking and feeling clean.
Why add essential oils to your dry shampoo? You may do without essential oils in your dry shampoo recipe. BUT if you want your hair to smell gorgeous as well as look luscious, then you MUST add essential oils!* Besides, essential oils also serve other purposes such as:
The main ingredient in this DIY shampoo is arrowroot powder. Arrowroot and cornstarch are pretty interchangeable but both work because they absorb. When you rub the arrowroot powder into your scalp it helps absorb and pull the grease which leaves your hair a little bit lighter than it was before. This means you can definitely use just arrowroot powder in a homemade dry shampoo.
The problem with just arrowroot is that it only really works if your hair is blond. Otherwise, you’ll look a bit dusty around your roots.
To adjust the DIY dry shampoo for your hair color, add in a bit of cocoa powder. Example if your hair is light but not blond at its roots, add in a teaspoon of cocoa powder. The darker your hair, the more cocoa powder you’d want to add though one teaspoon is a great start. If your hair is reddish, add 1/2 to 1 tablespoon dry cinnamon or ginger.
Making It Into A SprayI have always used dry shampoo in the powder form but recently discovered a recipe for a spray version. Both recipes work to grab the grease out of your hair. However, the perk to the spray is that it doesn’t make a big mess. The dry shampoo powder tends to get everywhere when you use it whereas the spray keeps it confined to your head.
For The Powder
For The Spray
Rosemary essential oil is one of the best natural ingredients to use when it comes to hair. It can help with dandruff, scalp issues and dryness, as well as improving overall health of your hair. It contains antioxidants that help prevent damage from environmental factors such as pollution and UV rays. Rosemary also has antibacterial properties that fight off bacteria that cause dandruff or other scalp problems.*
Rosemary essential oil can be used in a dry shampoo spray if you don’t have time to wash your hair every day or want to give your locks some extra volume before going out! Just spray it directly onto your roots then massage gently into place until all the dry shampoo is absorbed into your scalp (don’t forget about those roots!). You can also add a few drops of lavender essential if you want an added bonus in terms of helping combat irritation caused by buildup from styling products like gel or paste. These products tend to cause buildup and leave behind residue which may irritate our skin more than necessary.*
Using Vanilla oleoresin in dry shampoo is a great option if you enjoy a sweet scent. Vanilla oleoresin has its roots in vanilla beans, which have been used for centuries to create the popular flavoring for desserts and other foods. Vanilla is anything but plain when added to your beauty potions. When you add drops of vanilla to your lotion or your shampoo, you are doing a whole lot of good to your skin and hair.*
Lavender essential oil is a great choice for dry shampoo. This oil has a calming effect that can help reduce anxiety, making it an excellent option if you struggle with stress or insomnia. It also works to deodorize and eliminate dandruff by improving circulation in the scalp while strengthening the hair follicles. This makes it perfect for anyone who has oily hair that’s prone to breaking off or falling out, as well as anyone who wants their strands to look healthier and shinier without having to use harsh shampoos on them!*
For best results, apply dry shampoo with lavender essential oil just before bedtime when you’re not planning on shampooing the following morning. Apply it just as you would in the steps above. This will greatly help to absorb the excess oil in your hair while you sleep plus help you achieve a more restful sleep (even consider adding a few drops of rosemary essential oil)! Then in the morning, only apply more as needed before styling.
Citrus Essential Oils
Lemon and sweet orange essential oils help to cleanse the scalp, remove buildup and dry skin. They are also great for skin care, so you can add a few drops of either lemon or orange essential oil to your shampoo. Peppermint essential oil will stimulate blood flow to the scalp and promote hair growth.* If you want an even more invigorating effect, try adding pink grapefruit essential oil!
Geranium essential oil is simply one of my favorite scents which is a nice pick me up when feeling greasy and unkempt. Geranium essential oil has been used to treat health conditions for centuries. There is scientific data indicating that it may be beneficial for a number of conditions, such as anxiety, depression, infection, and pain management. It’s thought to have antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. Geranium balances the scalp’s pH by deep-cleansing the scalp, making it an excellent treatment for both dry and oily dandruff.*
There you have it, recipes for dry shampoo with essential oils. Try them out and let us know how they work for you!
*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease.