We love new products, trends and tips but ever wondered about wearing them in real life? Each week we’ll take on a test drive, from the newest nail colour, to playing with perfume or seeing how long that hairstyle actually takes and share what we find (sweet, not-so-sweet and everything in between).
Shake and Fake
test lab: dry shampoo canada
(Jan.01.10)
The Inspiration: When you're constantly on the go, there isn't always time for a full wash and blow-dry. These dry shampoos promise to refresh and revitalize without water.
The Products:
- Frederic Fekkai Au Naturel Dry Shampoo, $27
- Cake Satin Sugar - Hair and Body Refreshing Powder, $18
- Greg May Dry Clean Only Dry Shampoo, $22
The Tester: Samantha Speisman
The Test: For me, day-old hair is rarely acceptable in public. Washing each morning has become an unquestioned part of my routine. I tried each of these dry shampoos, in place of my morning wash, to see which ones would actually make me feel comfortable enough to leave the house.
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Frederick Fekkai Au Naturel |
Cake Satin Sugar |
Greg May Dry Clean Only |
Scent |
Unscented |
Strong and sweet.
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Light, refreshing scent; enough to cover up an evening out. |
Usability |
I love the chiseled tip of this bottle. It allows you to focus on your roots.
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It is in a similar canister to baby powder (with the rotating closure on the top) so pay attention to where you shake. (I suggest wearing a towel when applying!) |
This one is a spray, which I love. Easy to use, you can flip your head upside down to get underneath or just spray from above and it's colourless, which is nice.
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Oil Absorption |
Initially, my hair looks great. But within an hour or two, the effects seem to have faded.
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This one does a great job of absorbing oil and refreshing your hair. Just as good as baby powder, but not white!
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This one also is great for oil absorption. With a few sprays to the roots, it ALMOST looks like you washed your hair. |
Overall Thoughts |
I thought this would be my favourite, since I love most Frederic Fekkai products, but ironically, it was probably my least favourite. |
I like that it comes in two different shades, as using a light powder in dark hair never turns out well (and for my taste, the scent is best enjoyed in smaller doses). |
I love this dry shampoo. It refreshes and is very easy to use. I just wish I didn't use it up so quickly! |
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