What type of shampoo, also known as powder shampoo, cleanses the hair without the use of soap and water?

• A. Dry
• B. Medicated
• C. Clarifying
• D. Moisturizing

Answer: (A)

Dry shampoo works by using absorbent powders to soak up excess oil and impurities at the roots, allowing the hair to feel cleaner without any soap or water. It’s applied as a powder or spray, left to sit, then brushed out to refresh the look between washes. This distinguishes it from medicated shampoos (which contain active ingredients to treat scalp conditions and usually involve wet shampooing), clarifying shampoos (which remove buildup with surfactants and require rinsing), and moisturizing shampoos (which hydrate the hair rather than cleanse without water).