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The solution to that chalky white residue.

Madelyn Chung— The Huffington Post Canada

If you're like us, dry shampoo is probably a staple in your arsenal.

The magical hair product, which comes in spray or powder form, instantly refreshes dirty locks, giving you cleaner-looking hair, sans the shower.

However, have you ever noticed that powdery film that's left on the top of your head after applying dry shampoo? Well it turns out, this happens because you're using it all wrong.

In the video above, celebrity hairstylist Matthew Collins demonstrates the correct way to apply dry shampoo. The key is to not spray it all over your head, but rather to work it into sections to really absorb all the oils on the scalp. Once you've finished spraying, massage through the roots to ensure there's no chalky white residue remaining.

And in case you do see a trace of powder, you can use a blow dryer to get rid of it.

Watch the video above to see Matthew's technique in action!

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Best Dry Shampoos

Batiste Original Dry Shampoo(01 of10)

A cult fave, this drugstore beauty buy instantly refreshes your hair, leaving nothing but a fresh scent. $8.99. Available at mass and drug retailers across Canada. (credit:Batiste)

Herbal Essences Body Envy(02 of10)

Budget-friendly and super effective, this body enhancing dry shampoo cleans and refreshes hair, leaving that signature Herbal Essences scent. As one of our editors says, "It makes me feel like I kind of half-washed my hair."$3.99 - $4.99. Available at drugstores and mass retailers nationwide. (credit:Herbal Essences)

Pantene Original Dry Shampoo(03 of10)

Simple, yet effective, this dry shampoo from Pantene absorbs oil and dirt, without leaving any of that white powdery residue. $7.99. Available at drugstores and mass retailers nationwide. (credit:Pantene)

Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo For Dark Tones(04 of10)

Dark haired ladies (and gents), rejoice! This dry shampoo from Moroccanoil goes on clear, and keeps your hair clean and fresh, without diminishing its natural shine. The sweet cocoa scent is a nice bonus. $26/5.4 oz. Available at fine salons, spas and online. (credit:Moroccanoil)

Klorane Dry Shampoo With Nettle(05 of10)

A French drugstore beauty fave, this dry shampoo from Klorane is the most powerful of the bunch. While it does tend to leave a bit of residue, this can easily be fixed with a simple trick: just apply the shampoo before going to bed! The powder will rub into your locks as you sleep, and you'll wake up with refreshed locks.Talk about beauty sleep! $17.29. Available at Well.ca. (credit:Well.ca)

Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo(06 of10)

From the makers of the ever-so-popular blow dry bar, Dry Bar, this dry shampoo will help prolong your blowout, while absorbing oil and adding body. Your locks will be left feeling fresh and clean with a nice, pleasant scent. It's also safe for colour-treated and keratin-treated hair, and comes in a version for brunettes, too!$27. Available at Sephora. (credit:Sephora)

Shu Uemura Art Of Hair Volume Maker(07 of10)

This may be a "volume maker," but it also works well as a dry shampoo. Its powder formula is released with a single click, and the brush allows you to blend effortlessly into your locks. $50. Available at select Shu Uemura salons and online at http://www.shuuemura.ca. (credit:Shu Uemura)

Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray(08 of10)

Often hailed as the "holy grail" of dry texturizing sprays, Oribe's award-winning product serves as a great alternative to dry shampoo. Its invisible dry spray builds volume and texture, while patented polymers absorb oil at the roots. $47. Available at Holt Renfrew. (credit:Oribe)

Oscar Blandi Pronto Dry Shampoo(09 of10)

A beauty editor fave, Oscar Blandi's dry shampoo instantly revives dirty hair while giving it a much-needed volume boost. Its tapered nozzle prevents powder from getting everywhere, minimizing the mess and maximizing your shampooing process.$11. Available at Ulta.com. (credit:Oscar Blandi)

Lush No Drought Dry Shampoo(10 of10)

For natural beauty lovers, Lush's No Drought is the dry shampoo for you. Featuring cornflour, talc, and grapefruit and lime oil, this fruity-scented powder will make your hair look and smell fresh without having to wash. $6.95 - $13.95. Available at Lush. (credit:Lush)

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