ITEMS NEEDED
Cornstarch | Cocoa Powder | Powder Brush | Hair Brush
I have discovered a new DIY dry shampoo that I am loving way more than the baby powder method that I used to use. Baby powder was great for soaking up oil but it made my hair smell like baby powder for the rest of the day. And I’ve realized I don’t love the smell of baby powder. Haha!
Now, I use cornstarch. I’ve been using it for a while as my face powder to set my makeup, so it’s always in my makeup bag. A while ago, I was in a pinch and needed dry shampoo but didn’t have any baby powder or my Batiste dry shampoo with me, so I decided to toss some cornstarch in my hair and see what happened 🙂 Because who doesn’t throw food in their hair to see if it will work as a hair product? It worked just as good as baby powder without the baby powder smell. Yay! To make it easier to blend with my dark hair, I added cocoa powder. The cocoa powder obviously has a cocoa smell to it, but it’s not as strong as baby powder and honestly, I don’t mind smelling like a delicious cake 🙂
DIY Dry Shampoo (for Brunette):
Step 1: Mix equal parts cornstarch and cocoa powder.
Step 2: Use a big powder brush to apply the mixture to your roots. I find it blends best if I apply it a little bit beyond my roots too.
Step 3: Use your fingers to rub it into your hair. Tip: flip your head over to prevent any excess powder from landing on your clothes.
Step 4: Use a combo or brush to brush the powder into your hair. This will help it blend even better.
I hope my fellow brunettes like this DIY dry shampoo as much as I do! I think I like it even better then my Batiste 🙂 I’ve also heard you can mix in some cinnamon or essential oils to give it a nice smell but I haven’t tried that yet.
XO, Kacie
So innovative! I don’t mind smelling like a delicious cake either!
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katsfashionfix.blogspot.com
The only problem with smelling like a cake is that it makes you hungry for cake. lol.
Never thought about making my own dry shampoo…great idea!
It’s so easy! Since you’re blonde, it would be even easier for you because you could just use cornstarch and wouldn’t have to mix anything 🙂
oooo i want to try this!!
x
http://anoddgirl.blogspot.com.au
This is so crazy! I need to try this considering the fact that I just spent $28 on dry shampoo…
~~Megan~~
http://www.poshprime.com
That’s a lot! What kind did you get? I’ve heard great things about the BigSexyHair dry shampoo but it’s pretty expensive.
Such a great idea! I never thought about using corn starch!
xo,
Angela
Me either until recently but it works great!
Been doing this for years! I find that arrowroot powder works better than even cornstarch! And baby powder is just cornstarch with scent added in! – I’m with you, I hate the smell of baby powder!
Oooh! I’m going to have try arrowroot! Thanks for the tip! I didn’t know that baby powder is just cornstarch with scent added…now it makes since why I like cornstarch for my hair. lol
Too cool, lady- great DIY!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
What a great idea! I might have to give this a try.
Lisa
Daily Style Finds
I’m going to have to try this soon! I go through so much dry shampoo it would be nice to make it and save a little money!
Paige
http://thehappyflammily.com
Yes, it’s so nice to not have to buy dry shampoo anymore!
This is really cool!! I love the photos Kacie, you are such a talented photographer! Love DIY hacks like this 😉
XO Chelsea http://www.shesaidhesaidfashion.com/
Thank you so much for saying that!
I think I need to try this! Dry shampoo is great but I never liked using chemicals in my hair. So the cornstarch sounds like a great alternative.
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Exactly! It’s nice that this all natural so you don’t have to worry about putting bad stuff on your body 🙂
This is such a great idea…and I definitely don’t mind smelling like a sweet cake. Who knew I had all of the ingredients to make my very own dry shampoo already in my kitchen?!
http://www.livinginsteil.com
When you run out of beauty products, just head to the kitchen. lol.
Great idea!
Stephanie
http://ishowedupinboots.com
Thanks for sharing!! I will try this on weekend!!
Hugs,
Love from http://www.trangscorner.com {a lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and food blog}
I really need to try this! Sounds simple. Thanks for sharing!
Hey I am a brunette and many times I struggle with my hair. I have always wanted to try dry shampoo so your DIY one sounds great! I will definitely try it! Thanks, Kacie. =)