What it is: Psssssst is the original dry shampoo for refreshing your style between shampoos (it was invented back in the '70s)
What it does: Psssssst Instant Dry Shampoo claims to refresh and rejuvenate hair by soaking up excess oil, removing product build-up and boosting volume. By shampooing less it saves hair from heat styling damage. Hair looks, feels and smells freshly shampooed. It also helps preserves hair color by shampooing less.
How to use it: Shake can well. Hold can 6" to 8" from hair. Lift sections of hair and lightly spray scalp and roots of each section. Fluff. Wait a few minutes, then brush hair well. Style hair as desired.
What I think: I've always been intrigued by the idea of dry shampoo but had never tried anything besides baby powder (shocking, I know), which isn't the best solution because it can end up making your hair look gray (and you smell like a baby's bottom.) So when I received my free sample of Psssssst, I was excited to test the results for myself. You can buy a 4 oz can of Psssssst for $6.99 at drugstores nationwide. My first attempt was a flop - I sprayed a bit on my roots, waited and brushed it out, and didn't notice any difference.
But on my second attempt, I decided to really apply a generous amount, diligently lifting smaller sections of hair and spraying a ton of the stuff on my scalp and roots until I'd covered my entire head. This time, it worked! It's not magical, but my hair looked noticeably "cleaner", brighter (it's blond, so it gets darker between shampoos), and more voluminous (again, my fine hair gets weighed down after a day or two of not washing.)
As the day progressed (I tested it in the morning), my hair remained noticeably "cleaner." It stayed soft to the touch, but kinda felt like it had product in it, like a light hair spray. Though the can says "unscented" my hair also retained a strong perfume scent which is not unpleasant, but I could do without. I also applied Psssssst outside on my deck because I didn't want to breathe it in. The ingredients give me pause: Propane, SD Alcohol 40, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butane, Isobutane, Cyclomethicone, Fragrance. Hmmm, doesn't sound too good although I am not a chemist and can not say with any certainty whether or not these ingredients are toxic. I imagine the concept is similar to dry cleaning your clothes but I'll need to research…
Anywho, Psssssst's effectiveness has piqued my curiosity and I look forward to testing out other dry shampoos on the market, preferably ones that at least claim to be non-toxic and such.
Do you use dry shampoos? Which would you recommend?
But on my second attempt, I decided to really apply a generous amount, diligently lifting smaller sections of hair and spraying a ton of the stuff on my scalp and roots until I'd covered my entire head. This time, it worked! It's not magical, but my hair looked noticeably "cleaner", brighter (it's blond, so it gets darker between shampoos), and more voluminous (again, my fine hair gets weighed down after a day or two of not washing.)
As the day progressed (I tested it in the morning), my hair remained noticeably "cleaner." It stayed soft to the touch, but kinda felt like it had product in it, like a light hair spray. Though the can says "unscented" my hair also retained a strong perfume scent which is not unpleasant, but I could do without. I also applied Psssssst outside on my deck because I didn't want to breathe it in. The ingredients give me pause: Propane, SD Alcohol 40, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Butane, Isobutane, Cyclomethicone, Fragrance. Hmmm, doesn't sound too good although I am not a chemist and can not say with any certainty whether or not these ingredients are toxic. I imagine the concept is similar to dry cleaning your clothes but I'll need to research…
Anywho, Psssssst's effectiveness has piqued my curiosity and I look forward to testing out other dry shampoos on the market, preferably ones that at least claim to be non-toxic and such.
Do you use dry shampoos? Which would you recommend?
Bastista dry shampoo works well but isn't as easy to find.
I recently bought the new Tresemme Fresh Start Waterless Foam Shampoo and it didn't seem to do a thing. I am going to try again this weekend though.
Also, those ingredients are incredibly flammable, so I would advise staying away from open flames.
I love the concept, but am not a fan of the chemicals.
1. Ojon Revitalizing Mist - It's a leave-in conditioner that works as a toner and hair refresher. Also adds a nice, light scent to your hair.
2. Goth Juice Hair by Lush - It's a styling gel, but for some reason, it has really good re-styling properties. Didn't much care for it as a styling gel though.
I have used Ojon before, and it left my hair feeling like there was an overuse or product in it.
Oscar Blandi gives my hair a fresh pick me up. I also have thin hair, but a lot of it, so it gives it some volume, as well.
I've been using the product for going on 3 years.
the site states "Voted Best Dry Shampoo and Best Quick Fix by Allure magazine, it effectively soaks up oil, removes product build-up, and boosts volume"--- and it does this EXACTLY.
highly recommend it.
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P147937
As a greasy, greasy individual, I can tell you in all honesty that the Tresemme is pretty awful and has never worked on my hair.
I do see that my hair is "lighter" from the spray as others have said. BB your description was great and I look forward to your reviews of other dry shampoos in the future.
I've only tried two dry shampoos. Oscar Blandi is nice BUT you have to use a TON of it and for someone who uses it frequently, not just when I've forgotten to wash my hair...that isn't an option for me. I used it about three times before my ten dollar travel bottle was used up. It does smell better than the others I've sniffed though.
Dirty Secret by Tigi works well but it makes my hair rather stiff. You get this huge bottle that sounds like it has about half a bottles worth of product in it. The bottle is about 24 bucks I think so that is no good. Also, the bottle is defective as hell. I've had THREE bottles just start leaking pressure. They really need to work on the design.
I've just started using baby powder. You smell gross and it leaves you slightly too light but it beats the hell out of throwing money in the garbage.
Using baby powder is not a terrible idea especially if you're blond and dilligent about brushing the product through your hair. They do have powders that are available in lavender scent that would be a good alternative.