Regardless of your texture, flat, lifeless hair is less than ideal. In an era where supermodel blowouts and bouncy silk presses are trending, volume is key. But pumping up flat hair can be tricky. Too much mousse or hair spray can cause your hair to look bulky and thick for the wrong reasons. Fortunately, there’s one product that can make your hair look fuller and keep it light and airy. Enter scalp powders. Lightweight and formulated with unique ingredients, they can add texture with little buildup. Many products have the added benefit of clarifying and boosting the overall health of your scalp. Best of all? Most are refillable and travel-friendly. Ahead, we’ve gathered the best scalp powders designed to make your hair look fuller in a snap.
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You may have seen clips of this Brat-green tube flooding your FYP and for a good reason. The powder formula absorbs oil, adds texture and purifies the scalp simultaneously. Plus, the brush applicator makes it easy to reach the roots without disturbing your style.
BUY ON THE ROOTIST - $26
BUY ON SEPHORA - $26
3 / 5
Unlike many powders on this list, this formula was designed for styling. Spraying it at the roots instantly adds volume and gives your hair a strong hold, much like a hairspray. It's great for fine textures but works best to create bold styles like bouffants, updos and braids.
BUY NOW - $24
4 / 5
Dae's Fairy Duster is more than just a pretty package. The formula boasts a blend of desert-derived ingredients, including cactus flower extract, prickly pear oil and the star Mojave yucca. Together, they cleanse the scalp and strengthen your strands, adding the subtlest hint of body.
BUY ON AMAZON - $30
BY ON SEPHORA - $30
5 / 5
If you have color-treated hair, this product is the one for you. Aside from volumizing your roots, it's formulated to shield your color against UV rays and heat damage that can cause fading. The result is hair that's refreshed with brilliant color. A complete win.
BUY ON AMAZON - $28
BUY ON DERMSTORE - $28
