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Looking for a dry shampoo without benzene?<\/strong> We don’t blame you. In 2022, we learned that a threatening chemical called benzene was lurking in our aerosol hair products<\/a>, including dry shampoo. We immediately contacted our favorite brands to find out which products had been tested and are formulated without the ingredient. With so many formulas on the market today, it can be tough to pinpoint the best one for your hair.<\/a> Read on to find out more about benzene in dry shampoo, and which benzene-free dry shampoo options we love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is benzene?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

“Benzene is a volatile chemical used in the production of a wide range of industrial products. This includes chemicals, dyes, detergents, and some plastics,” explains Ron McLaughlin, senior vice president of product development for Living Proof. “Benzene is formed from both natural processes, such as volcanoes. It’s also formed from human activities, such as tobacco smoke, emissions from automobiles, and burning coal and oil. Unintentionally, benzene can also show up as a by-product, or as an impurity in what is known as ‘trace amounts in certain raw materials.'” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

McLaughlin explains that the majority of aerosol dry shampoos on the market utilize hydrocarbon propellent (gas) and ethanol at various levels to deliver the product onto hair. “Most hydrocarbon aerosol propellant blends are made up of propane, n-butane and iso-butane, and have the potential<\/em> of having benzene as an impurity due to their source materials.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the CDC, people who breathe in high levels of benzene may develop certain signs and symptoms within minutes to several hours. These include drowsiness, dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, headaches, tremors, confusion, and\/or unconsciousness. However, “showing these signs and symptoms does not necessarily mean that a person has been exposed to benzene.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In early 2021, benzene was reported to be found in a long list of sunscreens<\/a>, which shook the beauty industry (and pretty much all sunscreen users across the country), and major recalls ensued. Unfortunately, the scare didn’t stop at sunscreen. In October 2022, more than 1.5 million dry shampoo products were recalled<\/a> due to traces of the benzene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How does it end up in dry shampoo?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Without strict quality control measures in place, it’s possible for low levels of benzene to make it into dry shampoo. “However, it\u2019s important to note that just because you see ingredients like propane and isobutane listed on packaging, it does not mean that benzene has made its way into the formula,” McLaughlin says. “This is where strict quality controls and testing come into play. Not every brand does this thorough level of due diligence.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ever since its invention, dry shampoo has become a staple for many of us in our daily routines. Let’s face it, there’s not always time for a full wash. And, no one should have to worry about breathing in harmful chemicals while trying to hide greasy roots. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which dry shampoos are safe? <\/h2>\n\n\n\t
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amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo<\/a>\u00a0($28)<\/h2>\n

A NewBeauty Award winner that\u2019s beloved for its oil-absorbing, talc-free formula and signature scent, we\u2019re thankful this dry shampoo is part of this group.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a statement from the brand: \u201camika\u2019s first priority is always the safety of our customers and the integrity of our products. Benzene is a chemical often found in aerosols that expel propellant and is known to cause harmful health effects when exposed to high amounts. Earlier this year, we tested all in-market aerosols for benzene content, all of which came back with no detectable benzene\u2014down to 0.1 parts per million (ppm). Our propellant suppliers test our materials before using them in our formulas to ensure the benzene levels are below the tolerance level as set by the FDA for pharmaceuticals and EU regulations. All our results showed we remain far below the tolerance level, and the recent spot testing seen in the press confirms this. We remain committed to continuously monitoring our products to ensure that they remain safe.\u201d<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t