Hair oils and lotions are great products to help maintain moisture in your hair. However after applying these products daily, it is inevitable that they will start to weight down your hair. In between washes one way to remove this build up is to use a dry shampoo.

Dry shampoo is a dry powdery substance that absorbs oil on your hair and scalp. It usually comes in an aerosol spray can and range in price from $4 to $30. To use this product, shake the container and spray the product on the oiliest part of your hair. Some instructions may tell you to spray the dry shampoo on your roots and scalp, but if you have a dry scalp this will cause excessive dandruff. After you apply the product brush it through your hair with a boar bristle brush.

If you have relaxed hair using a dry shampoo can be very beneficial. These products will not dry out your hair if you use them sparingly. For example, if wash your hair every two weeks you can use it twice or three times at the most. Dry shampoo also works on human hair extensions and you can apply it the same way you would to your real hair.

Suave Dry Shampoo Spray is a great option and it only cost $4. It contains mineral clay to remove excess oil and it doesn’t leave a white residue on dark brown hair. A cult favorite dry shampoo is Pssssst! Instant Dry Shampoo. This dry shampoo removes oil build up and adds volume to hair for only $6. Before you invest in a more expensive dry shampoo, try these affordable alternatives and see if you like them.

When using oil removing products in your hair regimen, it is important to wash your hair regularly. Two weeks is the longest you should wait to wash your hair. If you are wearing hair extensions they should be removed every 4 to 6 weeks.