Dry shampoo is such a handy thing to have in your arsenal for saving time, or if you don’t wash your hair daily. But have you ever thought about what it’s made of? Butane, Isobutane, Propane… ew. That sounds unpleasant to have on your scalp seeping in your pores.
Did you know you can make your own with just a few kitchen ingredients? Absolutely you can!
Ingredients
-Cornstarch
-cocoa powder
-Cinnamon if you have red hair
For dark hair
- 3 Tbs cornstarch
- 2-3 Tbs cocoa powder
Start with 2 Tbs cocoa powder, if hair is dark brown or black add 3 and rest.
For light hair
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1-2 Tsp cocoa powder
Those with extremely light hair may find no cocoa powder works best.
For red hair
Follow for dark hair but add pinch of cinnamon
Optional-
5 drops rosemary essential oil is excellent for your hair’s healthy and adds a nice scent.
Mix in a small jar with airtight lid. Use a makeup brush to brush into roots, for thick hair divide into sections before applying. Tap off makeup brush and gently brush off excess, follow up with a hair brush then style as desired!
You now have dry shampoo without the harmful chemicals!