Dry shampoo is a product that can absorb oil and has the same effect as regular shampoo but does not need to be washed and rinsed with water. Many people have used this product to get rid of limp hair. Usually, dry shampoo is a product that is used before doing activities, but there is no time to wash your hair or as a quick solution in between activities such as watching concerts, exercising, or long trips.
Using dry shampoo is practical when compared to using water and regular shampoo. But if used frequently, won't it cause any side effects on the hair or scalp?
How does dry shampoo work?
Experts say dry shampoo is suitable for occasional use. This means it cannot replace washing your hair using regular shampoo and water. Dry shampoo is intended to freshen hair rather than clean it. This means that your hair doesn't get clean when using dry shampoo.
This is because dry shampoo cannot moisturize the hair and scalp and only helps make it 'dry' so that the hair does not look limp and the scalp does not look greasy. Dry shampoo can also leave residue on the scalp after use. So if you don't wash it with shampoo and water, the residue will accumulate and can cover your scalp.
If it has accumulated like that, the risk of experiencing problems with the scalp and hair also increases, such as scalp rashes, itching, and scalp inflammation. Using dry shampoo but not washing it properly afterward can also trigger dandruff. Experts also recommend washing your hair with shampoo and water to clean oil and dirt on your head as a routine, not with dry shampoo. If you have an oily scalp and hair, washing your hair 2-3 times a week is recommended. Meanwhile, those with dry scalps and hair must reduce the frequency so that the hair's natural moisture does not disappear.
Safe use of dry shampoo
So that using dry shampoo does not cause unwanted side effects on your scalp and hair, experts recommend using it for no more than two days in a row. Here are tips and how to use dry shampoo:
- Aim the dry shampoo product about 6 inches or 15 cm from the hair.
- Avoid spraying dry shampoo on the scalp.
- As much as possible, do not spray dry shampoo on all parts of the scalp and hair. Only apply to areas needed (oily scalp or limp hair)
- While spraying dry shampoo, use your fingers or a comb through your hair so that the product is well distributed during application.
Those are some facts and tips about using dry shampoo. Indeed dry shampoo is practical and safe to use occasionally, but remember to pay attention to the frequency of use and clean up residue after use!