Batiste FAQs | What is Dry Shampoo for Hair?
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FAQS FOR ALL YOUR IDKS

The mystery of dry shampoo revealed.

THE BASICS

No time to wash your hair. Batiste Dry Shampoos boost body and help eliminate oily roots, giving lifeless or second-day hair an instant makeover without water. A quick spray revitalizes hair and refreshes your style, leaving it looking and feeling clean without drama.

A few easy steps to game changing hair. First, shake the bottle vigorously. Then, section hair and hold the nozzle about 12 inches away as you spray into roots. Leave in a few moments, then massage into the scalp with fingertips to distribute evenly. Brush and style as desired. Need visuals? Watch this quick how to video or read our step-by-step dry shampoo usage guide.

It's not magic, it's science! Dry shampoo is a waterless formula that absorbs dirt and oil from the scalp giving your hair that just washed feeling. Or as we like to call it, the reason you can hit snooze in the morning.

Yes, all Batiste products are safe to use across the hair color spectrum! And by washing your hair less, you can help extend your hair color. If your color-treated hair gets dry, try using our hydrating formulas, available in both dry shampoo and foam.

Foam is your friend if you have extensions or a weave. A dollop of Batiste’s cloud-like, lightweight hair foam adds shine, smoothness, and scent to your weave or extensions, without touching the scalp. Dry shampoo is not recommended for a weave or extensions.

If you have thin, straight or wavy hair that gets oily between washes, Batiste dry shampoo has a formula for you to add life, volume, or grip to your hair. Dry shampoo absorbs dirt and oils to leave your hair feeling clean and fresh between washes. Pick the Batiste scent that you love best or try a few.

If you have textured, wiry, curly, or dry hair, Batiste Foam is your go-to product for an instant refresh. Foam hydrates hair and leaves it soft, manageable, and feeling clean, without stripping away oils. Know your hair type to choose the right Batiste product for you!

Batiste is sulfate and sodium free, so you can use it without worry on keratin treated hair.

White residue is a perfectly normal part of the dry shampoo process and will disappear quickly. To help reduce the amount of whiteness on your scalp, make sure to shake the can well, spray 12 inches from your roots, massage thoroughly and brush away any excess residue.

Pro Tip: Try Batiste Divine Dark, Batiste Beautiful Brunette, or Batiste Brilliant Blonde Dry Shampoo products. Each bottle contains a Hint of Color that helps blend in with your hair shade!

Batiste Foam does not leave a white residue on hair, so no worries there!

Dry Shampoo instantly refreshes your hair when you don't have time (or the energy!) for a full on get ready session. Spray in the morning when you want to sleep in, at your desk for a midday boost, or take Batiste with you to the gym, on vacation, and beyond. It instantly absorbs oil from the scalp, revitalizes dull and lifeless hair, eliminates odor, and can extend the life of a blowout.

No. Clean or dirty, doesn’t matter, just as long as your hair is dry. If your hair is damp from sweat post-work out (get it girl!) we recommend quickly blow-drying before using for best results.

The easiest thing you'll do all day! Shake the can vigorously before use. Separate hair into sections and spray into roots in quick short bursts holding can 12 inches away from hair. Leave for a few moments and massage through. Brush out any excess.

Of course! You can try Hint of Color Beautiful Brunette. We think you'll love it!

For redheads, we suggest trying Beautiful Brunette "Hint of Color!" This bottle blends into a mix of medium hair shades.

We sure do! If your roots are blonde, you'll love our Brilliant Blonde "Hint of Color" Dry Shampoo. Want to try it out before committing to a full size bottle? This color is available in a Mini size.

Definitely! Try Divine Dark Hint of Color. Want to try it out before committing to a full size bottle? This color is available in a Mini size.

Sure! Feel free to experiment and find the combo that’s right for you and your do.

Just like you would any other Batiste Dry Shampoo. First, shake the bottle vigorously. Then, section hair and hold the nozzle about 12 inches away as you spray into roots. Leave in a few moments, then massage into the scalp with fingertips (or a brush!) to distribute color evenly. Style as usual.

Everyone's hair is different so depending on your level of oiliness, you can use Batiste Dry Shampoo whenever your locks are in need of a little extra love between washes.

Batiste Dry Shampoos and Foams have been tested to ensure maximum safety. A reaction to dry shampoo or foam is extremely rare, but if you experience any difference in your hair, we recommend you stop using and call our customer care team at 1-800-833-9532, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm ET.

It's perfectly fine to leave Batiste Dry Shampoo in your hair for a few days or until your next wash.

Guys, welcome to the club. Batiste Dry Shampoo and Foam are for anyone and everyone who wants to refresh their hair without the work. Your hair type, not your gender, determines which Batiste product is right for you.

Batiste Waterless Cleansing Foam and Batiste Dry Shampoo help you look great on day 2 hair (or 3 or 4, we won’t tell). Use Batiste Foam or Dry Shampoo whenever your hair needs a refresh, whether that’s after a workout, when you wake up late and need to get going, or when you want your hair to feel and smell clean. Keep a bottle at home and one on hand in your drawer at work, in your gym bag, or in your purse so you can always reach for a refresh and get back to your life.

Batiste Waterless Cleansing Foam and Batiste Dry Shampoo are no-mess, no-rinse, no-water solutions to revive and refresh your hair between washes. They’ll help you extend the time between shampoos and help prolong your blowout or your color. They’re an essential part of your healthy hair-care routine.

Choose the right formula for your hair type: reach for dry shampoo if you need to absorb oils or pump up the volume and head for foam if you need to hydrate and soften your locks or put the bounce back in your curls.

You bet it is! After you’ve pumped up your muscles at the gym, reach for Batiste Foam to counteract sweat and post-workout wild hair. Foam goes on light, dries quickly, and leaves a fresh scent that revives and refreshes your hair in minutes, so you’ll be ready to head back to the office or out on the town. Keep a bottle in your gym bag for no mess, no fuss, no 'poo.

WHAT’S INSIDE

The 4 main ingredients in Batiste Dry Shampoo are: starch, propellant, alcohol and fragrance.

No. Both Batiste Dry Shampoo and Batiste Foam are free of sulfates and parabens. If you have keratin-treated hair, check with your hairdresser before using.

No. Both Batiste Dry Shampoos and Waterless Cleansing Foams are sodium-free so go ahead and spray away, without worry.

Gluten is not an ingredient in Batiste Dry Shampoo formulas.

Like most cosmetic products, we use alcohol as a solvent in our products. Alcohol is considered safe for use in contact with the skin and hair. Alcohol also provides a fresh, cooling effect that feels great.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Yes, all Batiste bottles are recyclable (Batiste Minis included)!

Batiste 1.6 oz Minis are available in Original, Tropical, Blush, Cherry, Divine Dark and Brilliant Blonde.

All the ingredients in Batiste Dry Shampoo have been tested to ensure maximum safety.

Batiste Dry Shampoo does not have an expiration date.

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is fully committed to ensuring and protecting animal welfare. We use only materials already known to be safe. It is our policy not to test on animals, and we also request that suppliers not test any materials or products on animals, unless required by law or regulation.

Yes, Batiste Mini's are a perfect travel essential. Current legislation allows aerosols of 3.0 fl oz or under to be taken in hand luggage, however as regulations can change it's best to check with your individual airline. All other sizes must go in checked baggage.

The Batiste Hint of Color scent is light and meant to compliment every mood. A blend of citrus and floral notes, with undertones of musk and white peach.

AVAILABILITY

Batiste is sold online and in stores nationwide. Click here to get the specifics and start shopping!

Our large Batiste cans are available in Original, Tropical, Blush, Fresh, Bare, Pink Pineapple, and Wild.

We're really sorry to hear that you have a faulty can! If you still have the receipt, please return this to the store. If not, please speak to our team who will be able to help at 1-800-833-9532. Thanks!

Sometimes good things have to come to an end. We no longer sell Batiste Strength and Shine or Batiste XXL Plumping Powder, but we hope you’ll find other great Batiste products to love.

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