What to look for in hair spray

Choosing the right hair spray can help you achieve your desired style while keeping your hair healthy and manageable.

1. Hold Strength

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Hair sprays come in varying levels of hold, from flexible to extra strong. Consider whether you need a light hold for natural movement or a firm hold for structured styles and all-day control.

2. Finish

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The finish of a hair spray affects the overall look of your hairstyle. Opt for a matte finish for a more natural appearance or a glossy finish if you want added shine and polish.

3. Hair Type Compatibility

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Some formulas are designed specifically for fine, thick, curly, or color-treated hair. Choose a product that complements your unique hair type to avoid unwanted build-up or dryness.

4. Ingredients

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Look for nourishing ingredients like vitamins or botanical extracts, and avoid harsh chemicals such as alcohols or sulfates if you have sensitive scalp or damaged hair.

  1. 1
    Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray

    Bumble and Bumble

    968 REVIEWS
    One spray equals instant oomph.
  2. 2
    Frizz Block Smoothing Spray
    330 REVIEWS
    A weightless, humidity-halting spray that protects hair from UV damage and stops frizz in its tracks for 72 hours of heat-safe, silky-smooth strands.
  3. 3
    Surf Spray Beach Waves

    Bumble and Bumble

    323 REVIEWS
    Gives you the sexy, salty, wind-styled texture you get at the beach.
  4. 4
    Frizz Shield Spray

    Moroccanoil

    291 REVIEWS
    A weightless styling mist that repels humidity to provide long-lasting frizz protection, leaving hair with glass-like shine and a silky, non-sticky finish.
  5. 5
    Heat Shield Thermal Protection Hair Mist
    279 REVIEWS
    Shield dry hair against heat tools up to 450 degrees
  6. 6
    Spray De Mode

    Bumble and Bumble

    211 REVIEWS
    Flexible hair spray offers soft hold, workability and exceptional memory.
  7. 7
    Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray

    Bumble and Bumble

    135 REVIEWS
    A volumizing texture spray for fine to medium hair.
  8. 8
    Dallas Thickening Spray
    13 REVIEWS
    Thickening hair spray that seals in moisture to give hair a smooth finish and tons of volume. The quintessential step to the mega blow-dry, Dallas Thickening Spray is a must-have for Texas-Sized hair.
  9. 9
    Luminous Hairspray Medium

    Moroccanoil

    5 REVIEWS
    BestSeller
    Weightless, medium-hold hairspray for everyday styles.
  10. 10
    Spiritualized Dry Shampoo Mist
    5 REVIEWS
    For in between shampoo cleansing to remove build up - with no powdery residue.

What to look for in hair spray

Choosing the right hair spray can help you achieve your desired style while keeping your hair healthy and manageable.

1. Hold Strength

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Hair sprays come in varying levels of hold, from flexible to extra strong. Consider whether you need a light hold for natural movement or a firm hold for structured styles and all-day control.

2. Finish

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The finish of a hair spray affects the overall look of your hairstyle. Opt for a matte finish for a more natural appearance or a glossy finish if you want added shine and polish.

3. Hair Type Compatibility

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Some formulas are designed specifically for fine, thick, curly, or color-treated hair. Choose a product that complements your unique hair type to avoid unwanted build-up or dryness.

4. Ingredients

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Look for nourishing ingredients like vitamins or botanical extracts, and avoid harsh chemicals such as alcohols or sulfates if you have sensitive scalp or damaged hair.