I tried some of the best dry shampoos on the market to see which ones remove oil and clean hair

My favourite thing about the Neal & Wolf Dry Shampoo is its scent. Even after leaving it in my hair overnight, I could still smell the gorgeous fragrance. It works well as a light hair cleanser and was best used on light grease. I loved that my scalp didn't feel too itchy after using it - in fact, it even felt slightly moisturised!

It is on the higher end of the budget, but a little goes a long way if you're mainly using it to add some freshness to your locks.

Wow, upon spritzing the Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo I was greeted with a sweet, light, perfume-like fragrance (of warm vanilla, spicy, sweet clover and fresh citrus) that was wonderful. I sprayed it onto my roots, then worked it through with my fingers and found that no residue was left behind (because it's talc-free), which is what you want from a dry shampoo!

My greasy locks went from drab to fab, thanks to natural ingredients such as the nutrient-rich sea buckthorn and rice starch, which absorb dirt and oil. I love that t's lightweight too, so I can go about my day without feeling a heaviness or itchiness on my scalp.

To top it all off, it's suitable for vegans and contains no parabens, phthalates, sulphates, petrolatum gluten, or sodium chloride—amazing.

Batiste Dry Shampoo Blush Floral & Flirty smelt great and was simple enough to apply. I started by sectioning the hair and spraying it onto the roots, leaving it for a few minutes to absorb the oil. I then massaged it into my scalp and brushed it out.

It did make my locks look a little less oily, but you could still see some shine, so I would recommend using Batiste on a day when your hair is just on the cusp of going greasy for a light refresh (as it didn't seem to be as absorbent as I would've liked).

All in all, it's a big can, so you do get value for money there. However, it left my scalp feeling itchy throughout the day, and despite brushing it out, I could still feel the product build-up.

If you need a deep-cleansing dry shampoo, ARKIVE is your go-to. Packaged in a stylish bottle, the ultra-fine formula needs a little shake before use and then a quick spray directly to the roots before brushing it away.

I found it particularly quick and easy to use and was delighted by the results. My hair felt super soft, thanks to the baobab oil which softens the scalp.

Out of all the dry shampoos I've tested, the Toni & Guy Sky High Volume Dry Shampoo added the most volume to my hair whilst wicking away moisture. Unlike other formulas, you have to spray this one from your roots to the tips.

My hair felt lifted and bouncier; however, as I have quite thick hair, I did need to apply a lot of product, which didn't weigh my strands down but did clump them together, so I'd say it's probably more suited to finer and thinner hair (as the bottle suggests), as you won't need to apply as much product.

Living Proof Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo did not leave behind any white residue, and my hair had a lovely light feeling, probably because the shampoo is fine and clump-free.

Made from a silicone-free formula, it cleans and makes hair fabulous. It's let down by the design of the bottle, which does not feel as durable as you'd expect, and other reviewers have commented the same thing.

I recently tried the Head by TIGI Dry Shampoo, and I’ve got to say, it has a lovely fragrance and makes your hair smell clean as if you've just washed it. It didn't flatten my hair and works a little like hairspray.

I like that it's lightweight. It can leave a visible white cast on your hair, but it's easy to brush out. However, I found that it didn't absorb as much oil as some other brands did.

Citrus-scented, the OSMO Day Two Styler is an affordable choice for days when you can't wash your hair.

It smelt great, but it did leave my hair feeling a little dry, but as I only used it for a few hours, it was manageable.

Nine Yards On The Go Dry Shampoo contains zesty orange peel essential oil for a deodorising, zesty, natural fragrance. It's also got a volume-boosting powder to ad some fullness to your strands.

Throughout the day, I topped up my hair a couple of times, and the natural starch did not build up or cause any itchiness or discomfort. When washing my hair late on, the product effortlessly left my hair when rinsed with water, which was excellent (although this could be an issue in heavy rain).

Osmo Day Two Styler Dry Shampoo has been designed as a quick alternative to washing and blow-drying your hair. We love that it's not sticky, so you won't get that uncomfortable feeling when you rub it into your scalp.

Also, it's vegan and cruelty-free, what's not to like?

Worried about dandruff-looking white residue on your scalp? O&M have the answer! I have blonde and brown hair (or, as some people call it, "bronde"), so I gave the O&M Dry Queen Brunette Dry Shampoo and was pleasantly surprised.

It's suitable for medium-brown to dark-brown hair and comes out brown, blending into the roots with ease. I already have thick hair, but I assume that it will make thinner hair look thicker, as it adds volume and temporary colour. I could say goodbye to stubborn grease it soaked up the oil and gave my tresses a new lease of life.

A family member who dyes their hair tried this Brunette Dry Shampoo on their grey roots and found that it gave them slightly more coverage between hair dye applications.

It is a little on the steep side price-wise, but the results are worth it. If you use it sparingly or on those days that your hair really needs some T.L.C, it should last for a while.

A sweet and practical stocking filler, the Hair Gain A Puff of Magic Bauble contains a mini dry shampoo and a scrunchie. It's a nice way for them to try a brand of dry shampoo that might not have used before.

Unlike other options on the list, this Hair Gain Formula comes in a bottle rather than an aerosol tin and you use a built-in puff to dab it onto your hair (rather than spray it). Ingredients include caffeine, biotin and red clover extract to get rid of the grease and revitalise limp hair.

When I tested it, it did require a little bit of force to get the product out of the bottle, but once applied, it did the job well and soaked up the oil that built up after a few days of not washing my hair. It may be a small bottle, but it's a great tester size, which is brilliant for travelling.