What do reviews say about oily?

Oily hair is the top use Ulta reviewers pick (2,780), and both experts say it handles very oily roots.

What do reviews say about dark hair?

Both experts warn of white patches on dark hair unless you blend it in well.

What do reviews say about fine hair?

1,202 Ulta reviewers list fine hair as a best use; 2,661 tag it 'Adds Volume'.

What do reviews say about scent?

TODAY describes a rose, lily and bergamot scent; 3,424 Ulta reviewers tag 'Great Smell'.

Beauty & Skincare · Haircare · 28,124 reviews · 3 sources

Batiste Original Dry Shampoo

Best for: oily roots between washesBudget

The go-to budget dry shampoo that soaks up oil and adds volume fast. Blend well to avoid white cast.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You have oily roots between washes
You want volume on a budget

Skip if

You have very dark hair and no time
You want a residue-free finish

How it scores

Value9.0

Efficacy8.0

Texture7.0

Gentleness5.3

Price

$13.29 sale / $18.99 list (7.62 oz, Ulta)

You pay for: Cheap, often under $10 elsewhere

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Great smellClean, classic scent

Adds volumeLifts flat roots

Absorbs oilGreasy roots look fresh

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

White castShows on dark hair if unblended

Stiff feelToo much leaves hair stiff

Reviewers disagree on

Fast oil fix for little moneyNeeds blending on dark hair

Alternatives

Same price · $13.29 sale / $18.99 list (7.62 oz, Ulta)

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Sources

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