Dry shampoo absorbs dirt, oil, and grease from your scalp without requiring you to wash it. Many individuals use it to refresh their hair after a workout, during a humid commute, or to prolong the duration of a blowout, among other things. Here are some dry shampoos for dark hair.
$19.00
One of two dry shampoos for dark hair. This & Verb...they both leave no white residue no matter how much product that you use! ...My fav dry shampoo, especially for my super dark hair. ...amazing for dark hair
Which hair texture is it good for?
✔ Straight
✔ Wavy
✔ Curly
✔ Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Hold & Style Extending
- Volumizing
- Color Safe
What it is:
A dry cleansing spray that absorbs oil, buildup, and odor to leave hair instantly refreshed and cleansed, without leaving a dull, chalky residue.
$58.50
Holy Grail dry shampoo!...This is my Holy Grail dry shampoo, works great, easy to brush out (I have dark brunette hair and no white residue) love it!...(Yes, I shake it very well!) I have dark blond to light brown hair that is very fine, but my stylist uses this and she has dark hair.
What it is: An award-winning dry shampoo that actually cleans hair by absorbing oil, sweat, and odor while also adding body and texture.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oiliness
- Color Safe
Key Benefits:
- Absorbs oil, sweat, and odor
- Actually cleans hair
- Delivers a fresh, time-release scent
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Fast-Absorbing Powders: Blend of starch and a microporous mineral blend absorbs excess sweat and oil.
- Powder Removal Active: Reduced particle adhesion to remove the powders and any visible residue.
- Odor Neutralizers: Create freshness.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens,
$33.00
For the price point it's not worth it for me but I have two friends that swear by this stuff who both have thick curly dark hair so take my review with a grain of salt!...Great addition to my hair care regimen!...In the past, dry shampoos have caused me to itch and would give me more oily hair.
What it is: A transformative dry shampoo—in a travel-friendly size—that quickly cleanses, prevents damage, and extends blowouts, leaving hair looking, smelling, and feeling fresh.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oily Scalp
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
- UV Protection
Key Benefits:
- Absorbs dirt and oil on contact
- Nourishes and fortifies damaged hair
- Extends blowouts and styles
$24.50
Also leaves a white residue on dark hair that is hard to blend in. Would not order again....pretty much a perfect dry shampoo...I really like the regular formula, however this one did perform better for me. I have long fine dark hair is on the oily side. This gets my hair closest to just washed as I’ve come so far.
What it is: An advanced dry shampoo that removes oil, sweat, and odor from hair while adding softness and shine for that fresh-out-of-the-shower look and feel.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Dryness
- Oiliness
- Shine
Key Benefits:
- Cleans and cares likes a rinse-out shampoo
- Leaves no visible or textured residue
- Balances sebum levels
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Fast-Absorbing Powders: Soak up oil, sweat, and odor.
- Powder-Removal System: Reduces surface friction to remove the powders.
- Conditioning Agents: Add softness, shine, and manageability.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formalde
$27.00
Ghost dry shampoo for dark hair....This is a must have for dark hair girls. Covers the hair nicely without leaving residue . ...Perfect for dark hair...I love this dry shampoo, its perfect for dark hair. It has a light scent that isn't overpowering unlike some dry shampoos.
What it is: A dry shampoo that refreshes hair, extends style, and boosts body, powered by rice starch to absorb oil, odor, and disappears in darker hair colors.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, and Curly
Hair Concerns:
- Oily Scalp
- Hold & Style Extending
$38.00
Great dry shampoo for dark hair...I took a chance and recently gave this dry shampoo a try. I have tried many, many dry shampoos for dark hair and this one is by far the best. ...Great for dark hair, absorbs oil without residue!...It absorbs oil and refreshes hair without leaving a white residue, which is a common problem with dry shampoos for dark hair.
What it is: A dry cleansing spray formulated to absorb oil, buildup, and odor from dark hair without leaving a dull, chalky residue.
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Texture: Coily, Curly, Straight, and Wavy
Hair Concerns:
- Hold and Style Extending
- Volumizing
- Color Safe
$65.00
It absorbs oil, leaves my hair feeling soft and silky, leaves no white residue in my dark hair, and smells amazing! ...perfect dry shampoo...I have dark hair, there is zero trace that I’ve sprayed anything in my hair!
What it is: A transformative dry shampoo that quickly cleanses, prevents damage, and extends blowouts, leaving hair looking, smelling, and feeling fresh.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oiliness
- Damage, Split Ends, and Breakage
- UV Protection
Key Benefits:
- Absorbs dirt and oil on contact
- Nourishes and fortifies damaged hair
- Extends blowouts and styles
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Translucent Starch Blend: Quickly absorbs dirt, oil, impurities, and product buildup.
- Fragrance-Retention Technology: Prolongs Oribe’s signature scent so it lasts throughout the day.
$20.50
Gives texture but shows up very white on dark hair. Hard to work through....Not great for dark hair....I have very oily hair after 3 days later. This dry shampoo left white residue in my hair and it made my hair look like it had dandruff. this product is ok but I have black hair and my only guess is its probably better for light hair such as blonde hair.
What it is: A super-absorbent formula that absorbs oils, dirt, and impurities between washes, leaving hair feeling fresh and clean.
Hair Type: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Texture: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns: Hold, Volumizing, and Oiliness
Formulation: Spray
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Micro-fine Rice Powders: Absorb excess oils and odors, help oils to become translucent and naturally blend with all hair colors, and expand to provide lift at the roots.
- Golden Root Extract: Moisturizes to prevent dryness and breakage.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of sulfates SLS and SLES, parabens, and phthalates.
ITEM: 2317394
Size: 1.5 oz/ 45 mL
$22.00
I spritz this at the roots while my hair is wet, brush it through. When my hair dries it has a cleaner/fresher feel than if I’m using a dry shampoo. ...Fantastic dry shampoo...It doesn't leave my hair feeling too stiff like some dry shampoos can, and it does not leave a white cast.
What it is: A non-aerosol dry shampoo hair mist formulated specifically to clean and refresh sweaty strands.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Thick, and Medium
Hair Concerns:
- UV Protection
- Oily Scalp
Key Benefits:
- Cleanses sweaty hair
- Eliminates odor
- No white cast or residue
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Bamboo Extract and Silica: Help absorb oil and refresh sweaty hair.
- UV Filters: Help protect hair against the drying effects of the sun.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, and mineral oil. It is also cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: This dry shampoo is infused with bamb
$24.00
Really nice dry shampoo, worked well enough on my dark hair and didn’t leave a white powder residue on my hair. ...I have dark hair so the oil doesn’t hide but this dry shampoo saves the day.
What it is: A plant-based, talc-free dry shampoo with phytoactives shown to visibly increase hair density.
Hair Texture: Straight, Wavy, Curly, and Coily
Hair Type: Fine, Medium, and Thick
Hair Concerns:
- Oiliness
- Thinning
- Color Safe
Key Benefits:
- Organically grown phytoactives penetrate scalp to help support hair density and increase active hair follicles for thicker-, fuller-, longer-looking hair.
- Plant-based, talc-free formula with eco-friendly propellant
- Lightweight spray delivers amazing volume
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Organic Rice Starch: Helps to absorb excess dirt, oil, and sweat.
- Red Clover and Mung Bean: Shown to help prevent key hair loss causes.