Homemade Dry Shampoo

I’ve used a couple different dry shampoos and loved using them as my hair can be such a hassle to style after showers. But the kinds that I liked the most were a bit too pricey for my liking. So I took it upon myself to find a homemade version that I liked just as much. Not only does this one work just as good as the ones I purchased, it smells great and can be used in place of bathing your pets as well. It’s also incredibly easy.

Ingredients: 1 cup of baking soda, 1 cup of oatmeal

Ground up the oatmeal in a blender / food processor until it’s almost a fine powder. Combine and mix thoroughly with the baking soda. Apply a small amount to your hair and let sit for up to five minutes. Comb out and style as usual.

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Comments

  1. I'm going to try this recipe. I love dry shampoo but my favorite is Rockaholic Dirty Secret and it's so expensive for how quickly I go through a bottle!

  2. What a great idea. I never thought of making my own dry shampoo. I am surely going to try this out!

  3. is dry shampoo meant to use when you don't have time to wash your hair or does it have another purpose? I have one I use occasionally, but it annoys me because it's a brown powder and it gets everywhere (on the bathroom floor, on my neck, clothes …). maybe I just don't know how to apply it. :)

  4. can't wait to try it! i've been using baby powder, but this sounds a little better!

  5. I've been wanting to try dry shampoo, since it's supposed to be better for thick curly hair (guess what I have!)… definitely going to give this a try, since those things are already residing in my cupboard– no purchasing necessary. Awesome!

  6. I've been on the hunt for a dry shampoo that actually works for me!
    Definitely going to try this :)
    Thanks for sharing, girl!

    xo

  7. This is amazing! Who knew you could make dry shampoo with two simple ingredients. Thanks!

  8. Awesome!! So need this tip…Thanks for share'n your dry shampoo recipe. It's better for your hair & wallet http://www.ArtistSheannaMarie.blogspot.com http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtistSheannaMarie

  9. this is so so cool!!! idefinitely want to try this :)

  10. Wow, I wouldn't have ever thought about making my own! I tried dry shampoo once and didn't like the brand I bought — I'll have to get this a try! Thanks for the lovely tip Ashley!

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