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DIY Two Ingredient Dry Shampoo

March 3, 2016 by Katie Mae Stanley 19 Comments

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DYI Two Ingredient Dry Shampoo

No poo, it seemed like the way to go.

People reveled in the amazing benefits of washing your hair with baking soda and apple cider vinegar. One of my friends even embraced only using water.

I jumped on the bandwagon years ago. At first it was amazing, I loved how my hair felt. It was less greasy and full of body, which is saying a lot for my straight, oil prone hair and scalp.

Sadly I was soon I was left with split ends from the top of my head to the roots. It took my hair over two years to recover from the damage. My friend Kristen over at Smithspirations wrote about her experience which mirrors mine.

I ditched “no-poo” for natural shampoo and slowly saw my hair recover. A couple years later I jumped back on the no-poo movement, this time with a twist.

I tried washing my hair with honey, tea, and eggs… yes you read that right, eggs. Just ask my friend who’s fiance met me for the first time when I admitted to having “scrambled” eggs in my hair. (Side note I still wash my hair with eggs once or twice a month.)

It was also around that time that I discovered the wonderful world of dry shampoo, thanks to the awesome Beth of Red and Honey.

This is the time is where the alternate title for this post comes into play, I could have titled it, “Hi, my name is Katie Mae and I wash my hair with chocolate.” 

Do I sound a bit crazy yet? I you already knew I brushed my teeth with dirt so, tried washing my hair with eggs, so should chocolate really surprise you? If you didn’t think I was a crazy, crunchy lady before…. 😉

This simple DIY two ingredient dry shampoo is made with just arrowroot and cocoa powder. You mix them together, dab on your hair, brush, and move on with your day.

I agree that our hair needs a break from daily washing. Thanks to dry shampoo I am able to shower every other day and use the dry shampoo to liven up my hair a bit on the off days.

The base is arrowroot powder, cocoa powder is added to preference. The recipe below has the amount of cocoa powder that matches my light brown hair. Use more or less for your preference.

DIY Two Ingredient Dry Shampoo

1/2 cup arrowroot powder
1/4 cup cocoa powder (more or less to fit your hair color)
10 drops lavender essential oil (optional)

Add both to a small jar. Screw on the lid and shake well. Allow the shampoo to settle before opening.

Methods of application:

  • Pinch with your fingers and sprinkle on. Brush your hair to spread the dry shampoo evenly.
  • Makeup Brush- Dip the brush in a jar, tap gently to remove access. Brush across your hair starting at the roots, covering any oily spot. Brush with your hair with your regular hair brush spread the shampoo evenly.

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About Katie Mae Stanley

Katie Mae Stanley is the creator of Nourishing Simplicity. She believes that a made from scratch life is possible with a measure of grace. She teaches you to craft simple, nourishing recipes and natural DIY products at home.

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Comments

  1. Dawn Lorenzoni

    March 9, 2016 at 6:53 am

    I have never tried Dry Shampoo before! When I convince myself to finally do it, I’ll use this – thank you!

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 9, 2016 at 4:26 pm

      You’re welcome!:)

      Reply
  2. Anya

    March 8, 2016 at 1:46 pm

    Love dry shampoo. It’s such an ideal solution on busy mornings.

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:39 pm

      It’s become a total “life saver” for me some days!

      Reply
  3. Megan Stevens

    March 8, 2016 at 9:45 am

    I love your recipe! So helpful in a pinch! 🙂

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:40 pm

      That and it lets me be a bit lazy. 😉

      Reply
  4. Renee Kohley

    March 8, 2016 at 9:44 am

    I totally want to do this! Thank you for the easy to follow instructions!

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:41 pm

      You’re welcome! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

    March 8, 2016 at 9:38 am

    Wow this is so interesting! I have never tried anything like this before. Very cool!

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:41 pm

      I feel like I couldn’t survive without it now! My hair is much happier too! 😉

      Reply
  6. Beth

    March 8, 2016 at 6:43 am

    I’ve never used dry shampoo and this seems like a great ‘recipe’ to start with. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:42 pm

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  7. linda spiker

    March 8, 2016 at 6:40 am

    Fabulous! Pinned!

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 8:42 pm

      Thank you! <3

      Reply
  8. Malia

    March 4, 2016 at 7:11 pm

    I have graying blond hair. I’m thinking chocolate might not be a good match. What would you recommend?

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 4, 2016 at 8:07 pm

      I think you would fine to leave it out since your hair is so light.

      Reply
  9. Katie

    March 4, 2016 at 11:06 am

    I use dry shampoo, too. I’m curious as to what kind of natural shampoo you use? Do you make it yourself or buy it?

    Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      March 8, 2016 at 6:34 am

      I made my own for a time, the recipe is here on the blog but it ended up adding too much moisture to my hair. It is good for those that have dry hair.

      https://nourishingsimplicity.org/2010/03/shampoo.html

      I personally am using a shampoo from Pure Haven Essentials (formerly Ava Anderson) which is considered “low-poo” in the shampoo world.

      I am not able to link to the page itself but this is where I buy (and sell it).
      http://purehavenessentials.com/nourishingsimplicity

      Reply
    • Katie Mae Stanley

      October 18, 2016 at 8:26 pm

      Katie, I just realized which Katie you were! <3 I'm going back through my comments and your email address popped up. 🙂

      Reply

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