Dry shampoo help please?

Baglady_2

I have my disabled Mum staying and she wants to wash her hair but can't get in the bath and doesn't want to stand at the sink or visit a hairdressers. I seem to remember something about using eau de cologne and cottonwool but wonder if I am remembering right, or if this is any good for the hair / scalp?
I also remember a disastrous try myself many years ago with brushing talc through my hair. http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/newthread.html?do=newthread&f=33#
Confused
Any ideas will be gratefully received thanks.

moggins

I've used the talc on occasions, you have to be sparing with it though or you end up looking like a bag of flour. It works best if you put it on a powder puff or a large piece of cotton wool and just dab it all over the roots, then brush it through the rest of the hair quite vigorously.

homealone_2

i used to use a dry shampoo that came in a can called bastiste, think thats how its spelt. used it 20 years ago but still saw some on a superdrug shelf last week. it used to do quite a good job from what i remember. quite a distinctive smell though, but that could just be me

System

Yes they still do the dry shampoo from Batiste. I used it in my teens (rather disasterously as it made my dark hair look grey), but it was brilliant at absorbing grease. I have seen it in Superdrug too.

You can also use Cornstarch as a dry shampoo, i have found a link here for you to browse.

Quackers

Judi wrote:

Yes they still do the dry shampoo from Batiste. I used it in my teens (rather disasterously as it made my dark hair look grey), but it was brilliant at absorbing grease. I have seen it in Superdrug too.

I have used this stuff too on lazy days Not any more I hasten to add - but it is very good for getting rid of that 'you could fry an egg on that' look

I imagine it would be ideal for your Mum to use whilst she is staying with you.

Js_Other_Half

There are some inflatable hair wash basins for lying in bed, and having someone else do it for you - not sure it if is worthwhile or cost effective if she is only there for a few days or so?

http://www.activemobility.co.uk/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1025

http://www.activemobility.co.uk/shop/product_info.php?products_id=1025

http://www.westonshealth.co.uk/acatalog/Westons_Health_Personal_Hygiene_111.htmlhttp://www.benefitsnowshop.co.uk/shop/detail.asp?item=48

Baglady_2

Thanks Judi, that looks a really good site. I have cornflour, do you reckon its the same as cornstarch?

And thankyou all, I knew you 'd come up with something. I'm still new to the site and still don,t understand how the technical bits work but I love it here and will learn as I go.

The inflatable sink is also a good idea and may come in handy one day. But for now theres some ideas to go on.

Thanks again. :T

Js_Other_Half

Cornflour is the same as cornstarch

BountyHunter

No tips for dry shampoo but when I was looking for it for it last year to use at Glastonbury, I found "No Rinse" shampoo at Sally Beauty Supply (a few in the North East but not sure if they are a national shop).

You don't even need water, sounds a bit strange I know but all you do is add a small amount to your hair, massage into a lather & towel dry.

Hope this helps

glamgoldchic

I use Toni & Guy "Dry Shampoo". Buy it when it's the get £3 off offer at Boots. Smells lovely and makes my hair matte & voluminous. Very good.

redballoon_2

I've used the dry shampoo when going camping and it's ok as a quick fix! I found it in our local "Oldie" pharmacy!