Hair Care Hack: Dry Shampoo

All busy moms want to look polished and put together, yet we usually have a precious few moments to get ready in the morning. Often, if it takes longer than five minutes, it’s just not happening.

Here are some hair care solutions that will help your hair look less greasy, more voluminous and smelling great in minutes, even when there is no time to shower.

Amity Spiegel is an esthetician, writer and Brooklyn mom of one active son. She is fascinated with all aspects of beauty and there is no treatment she will not try once in the name of research. Find her on Twitter @amityps and Pinterest @amityps.

Pssst! Instant Dry Shampoo
Pssst! Instant Dry Shampoo is the original dry shampoo and has become a cult product in the beauty world. It does leave a bit of white residue on the hair which can easily be combed through but it soaks up any oil in the hair, making it look like it is clean when it’s not. Purchased at any drugstore, Pssst! is a cheap and quick fix for grease. I keep a mini version in my travel bag.
Batiste Dry Shampoo
Batiste Dry Shampoo is a British import that can be found at many drugstores and is also affordable and effective. It comes in a few different delicious scents (my favorite is Cherry) as well as tinted in light, medium, and dark colors that can help disguise any grays that may be popping up.
Treseme Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo
I love Treseme products, maybe it’s because my mom used them, or maybe it’s because you can buy a giant bottle of their conditioner for under $10 at Target. Fresh Start Volumizing Dry Shampoo (comes in strengthening and soothing formulas as well) is another great drugstore dry shampoo, soaks up oil, and has the added bonus of imparting volume to flat hair, as well as has their signature Treseme fresh apple-ish smell.
Aveda Pure Abundance Hair Potion
Aveda Pure Abundance Hair Potion is not a dry shampoo per see but it is a great salon product for someone who has thin, limp hair and wants to add volume in a hurry. You add a few drops of the powder into dry hair at the root, the product magically transforms into a lotion and makes your hair look and feel thick with a matte texture.
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray is yet another cult product worth the hype and its costly price tag. Though not technically a dry shampoo, this “invisible dry hair spray” is meant to refresh your hairstyle, it smells incredible almost like an expensive perfume and generally makes your hair look better, more voluminous, shiny and polished. I would bath in the stuff if I could—it’s divine.
Bumble and Bumble Dryspun Finish Spray
Another terrific salon option that adds lots of volume and texture to dry hair is Bumble and Bumble Dryspun Finish Spray. Very similar to the Oribe and slightly less expensive, I always grab a mini of this while waiting in the checkout line at Sephora.
Lulu Organics Hair Powder
I first bought Lulu Organics Hair Powder for its irresistible old-timey packaging, as well as its earthy Patchouli and Amber scent (I am a sucker for any woodsy smells) but this product is also noble, 100 percent organic, talc free, gluten free, and handmade. It is perfect for pregnant or nursing moms wary of chemicals in their hair-care products. It also comes in these amazing scents: Lavender and Clary Sage, Jasmine, and Vetiver and Pepper.

Young Actors at Strasberg

Young Actors at Strasberg&nbsp;offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 &ndash;&nbsp;12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry &ndash;&nbsp;all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson! Young Actors&nbsp;Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in&nbsp;July and August. About The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute: Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre &amp; Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.

Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green&rsquo;s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level. As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green&rsquo;s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.

The Wild Center

The Wild Center, nestled within the breathtaking landscape of New York's Adirondack Park, offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature. As visitors approach the Center, they are greeted by the Adirondack Mountains towering in the distance, setting the stage for an immersive adventure. Upon entering the 34,000-square-foot exhibit hall, guests are enveloped in a world of wonder and discovery. Interactive exhibits like Planet Adirondack and Climate Solutions invite exploration, allowing visitors to delve into the rich biodiversity of the Adirondack region. The indoor experience also includes an opportunity to soar on Birdly--a one-of-a-kind VR experience. Also, get up close with an animal ambassador during one of many live animal encounters throughout the day. In addition to its indoor exhibits and programs, the Wild Center also boasts 115-acres of extensive outdoor amenities. One of the highlights in the award-winning Wild Walk. Visitors walk up a trail of bridges to the treetops of the Adirondack forest, 40 feet off the ground. Along the way, interactive exhibits provide insights into the flora and fauna that call the Adirondacks home, from songbirds to black bears. The rest of the campus features more ways to explore. Check out Patrick Dougherty&rsquo;s Stickwork sculpture, an all natural installation of woven sticks that will spark your imagination and nostalgia. Immerse yourself in Forest Music, take a naturalist-lead canoe trip, or get your roll on with Raquette River Roll, a brand-new, oversized, all-natural ball run experience opening in June 2024.