Love it: Matrix Design Pulse Clean Remix Dry Shampoo

Looking at this picture of a baby-faced Cindy Crawford at a benefit at Bloomingdale's in New York back in 1988 makes me fall in love all over again with relaxed, healthy and just plain gorgeous hair.

Hair this clean and shiny looking takes some maintenance however, and a hell of a lot of time and energy for the average woman. Having said that, I’ve found that the dry shampoo craze of a few months ago has been a godsend for combination hair like mine - I don’t have to wash it as often and its condition has improved vastly. That fact that it gives my day an extra 20 minutes is just an added bonus!

Not all dry shampoos are created equal however, and the huge number of options flooding onto the market have to be tried and tested before you choose the perfect one for your hair.

My current favourite – hands down - is Design Pulse Clean Remix Dry Shampoo, a new offering from Matrix. The clever formula refreshes hair by lifting oil, dirt and product residue from the scalp and root area, and its scent is about a million times better than many of its peers with a sharp, yummy citrus undertone.

A brand new essential for the gym bag, hand bag or when you travel, it’s also super easy to use. Spray evenly 10 to15cm from the targeted root area, leave to dry for 10 seconds and comb through your hair with fingers. That’s it! Oh, and at just NZD $21.00, it’s a total steal.