The Absolute Best Drugstore Dry Shampoos for Under $14
Look, I'm all about splurging on beauty products (I've literally spent wayyy too much on eyeshadow palettes), but TBH, there are just some things I refuse to drop tons of money on. Exhibit A: Dry shampoo, which I firmly believe you can (and should!) buy at the drugstore. Seriously, though—today's drugstore dry shampoos are just as solid as their bajillion-dollar counterparts, thanks to their ability to zap excess oil, add volume and texture, and even strengthen hair, all without leaving behind that annoying white residue.
But with all the options on the market, it can be really freakin' hard to figure out exactly WTF to spray on your hair, which is why I (the Dry Shampoo Queen) already did all the research and testing for you. Ahead, the 12 best drugstore dry shampoos you can snag for less than $14.
Batiste
target.com
$6.99
The majority of drugstore dry shampoos I've tried swear up and down that they work on dark hair, but the white residue on my roots doesn't lie. Thankfully, Batiste came through and answered my prayers with this formula, which blends seamlessly with my hair while adding body and volume.
TRESemme
ulta.com
$5.99
Confession time: I’ve put my hair through some major sh*t. Extensions, intense heat, coloring…literally the list goes on and on (sry, trying to get better!!). Whenever my hair is feeling a little bit too damaged, I reach for this drugstore shampoo. There’s keratin and vitamin B12 packed into the formula—two ingredients that promote healthier and stronger hair.
Nexxus
ulta.com
$6.97
IMO, there’s nothing worse than a dry shampoo that leaves your hair feeling crunchy and gritty. Like, if I wanted a heavy texturizing spray, I would've reached for that. With this formula, though, you don’t have to worry about that gross texture—it’s extra lightweight, but still absorbs all of the excess oil buildup from your roots.
Not Your Mother's
ulta.com
$5.99
Have you ever tried to create beach waves on greasy hair? Spoiler alert: It doesn't work. Enter, this drugstore dry shampoo. Just spritz it on your roots and throughout your hair and use your fingers to diffuse the powder—you'll be left with that perfectly beachy texture, no sea salt included.
Aveeno
walmart.com
$7.10
Sometimes dry shampoo can be a little too dry, you feel me? And if you have really dry hair, the powder can make your hair feel over-stripped and thirsty for moisture. This drugstore dry shampoo can help you out with that issue—thanks to seaweed extract, it'll absorb grease and still leave your hair soft to the touch.
Pantene
target.com
$6.99
Hey, dry shampoo powders aren't for everyone—especially if you aren't into brushing and blending the formula. This drugstore foam is literally so easy to use—just shake up the bottle, work a pump into your roots, and then let it air dry or blow it out. You can expect major volume with this one.
TRESemme
amazon.com
$7.75
Whenever I want to give my nose a break, I reach for this drugstore dry shampoo. It's unscented, so it gets the job done and cleans your hair without overpowering you with a super fruity or flowery smell.
Psssst!
ulta.com
$6.99
You probs already know that chia seeds are a superfood and they can level up your diet, but did you know that they can also upgrade your dry shampoo? This drugstore dry shampoo is full of them, and the weightless ingredient not only adds volume and body, but also shine, making it the perfect boost for fine hair.
The Absolute Best Drugstore Dry Shampoos for Under $14
Look, I'm all about splurging on beauty products (I've literally spent wayyy too much on eyeshadow palettes), but TBH, there are just some things I refuse to drop tons of money on. Exhibit A: Dry shampoo, which I firmly believe you can (and should!) buy at the drugstore. Seriously, though—today's drugstore dry shampoos are just as solid as their bajillion-dollar counterparts, thanks to their ability to zap excess oil, add volume and texture, and even strengthen hair, all without leaving behind that annoying white residue.
But with all the options on the market, it can be really freakin' hard to figure out exactly WTF to spray on your hair, which is why I (the Dry Shampoo Queen) already did all the research and testing for you. Ahead, the 12 best drugstore dry shampoos you can snag for less than $14.
None of these will leave your hair chalky, trust.
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