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Hair is very much a part of the nostalgia cycle.

Though the two are often conflated, texturizing powder and dry shampoo serve different purposes.

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For starters, texturizing powder is what you’ll need to achieve that coveted retro look.

Turn to texturizing powder rather than dry shampoo for help.

Dry shampoo, usually sold in an aerosol can like hairspray, is used to combat grease build-up.

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So,how does dry shampoo actually work?

When sprayed onto the scalp, the alcohol or starch-based product absorbs oil from the previous day.

Best of all, there’s no oily residue.

That means post-shower styling is a no-go unless you’ve first gone in with a hair dryer.

Focus on the areas where you want the most volume usually, this means the crown of the head.

As with most beauty products, a little bit goes a long way.

Alternatively, watch Caroline Stahl (@carolinestahl) achieve five-minute Farrah Fawcett waves.

Keep in mind this product works best on thin, fine hair.