Hairspray that is good for your hair

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Hairspray that is good for your hair

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A wise man once said that Gretchen Wieners's big hair signified that it was full of secrets. But if you ask us, the volume of her hair had a lot to do with the holding power of her hairspray.

It's a topic that comes into question often with hair products: the ideal balance of hold and movement. According to Riawna Capri, celebrity hairstylist and cofounder of Nine Zero One salon in Los Angeles, the perfect formula is one that delivers lightweight-yet-reliable hold and versatility. But there are times you need more hold than others.

Below, we're letting you in on Capri's ultimate favorite, plus 15 more of the best hairsprays. Don't just take our word for it—the reviews speak for themselves.

1

Pro Pick

Oribe

Superfine Strong Hairspray

2

Best Light Hold

Andrew Fitzsimons

Body Volume Blowdry Hold Spray

3

Best Smoothing Hairspray

R+Co

Featherlight Hairspray

4

Best for Oily Hair

TRESemmé

Extra Hold Hair Spray

5

Most Versatile Hairspray

Bumble and bumble

Bb.Does It All Hairspray

6

Best Extra-Strong Hold

L'Oréal Paris

LOCK IT Bold Control Hairspray

7

Best for Thin Hair

Leonor Greyl

Spray Structure Naturelle Styling Spray

8

Best for Curls

OGX

Bodifying + Fiber Full Big Hair Spray

9

Best Soft-Touch Hairspray

Alterna

CAVIAR Anti-Aging Working Hair Spray

10

Best for Humidity

Garnier

Fructis Style Control Anti-Humidity Hairspray

11

Best for Shine

dpHUE

Color Fresh Touchable Hairspray

12

Best Finishing Spray

Sexy Hair

Spray & Play Volumizing Hairspray

13

Best Fine Mist

virtue

6-In-1 Style Guard Hair Spray

14

Best for Curls

DevaCurl

Flexible Hold Hairspray No-Crunch Finishing Styler

15

Best for Blowouts

Mizani

HRM Humidity Resistant Spray

16

Best for Wavy Hair

Living Proof

Style Lab Flex Hairspray

17

Frequently Asked Questions

How far away should I apply hairspray from?

To avoid that crunchy, super-hard texture, spray hairspray from an arm's distance away onto the hair to lock in any hairstyle. This will deliver a fine mist all over the area, making sure it's soft rather than stiff.

What's the best way to tame flyaways with hairspray?

"One of my favorite tricks is to spray the hairspray on the flyaways from an arm's-length away, then use the bottle's curved edge to pat and roll down the flyaways without a crease or comb mark," Capri says.

Can I use hairspray as a heat protectant?

While many hairstylists do spray hairspray on each section before heat styling, it's always a good idea checking the instructions to see if the specific formula is intended for heat protection. If it's not on the label, chances are you should also be adding protection into the mix.

Hairspray that is good for your hair

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Regardless of hair texture, we all love to complain about the same few things. I like to whine about how my curls become limp a day after I style them. My friend will complain to me about how the humidity is making her straight hair frizzy. We all collectively groan when we spend an hour giving ourselves beachy waves, only for them to fall out the second we try to take a selfie. It's hard out there– which is why you probably need a hairspray.

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    Hairspray that is good for your hair

    Best For Intense Hold

    Volume Spray 25 Kenra Professional

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    Hairspray that is good for your hair

    Best For All Hair Types

    Featherlight Hairspray R+Co BLEU

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    Hairspray that is good for your hair

    Best For Curly Hair

    Volumizing Hair Spray Rizos Curls

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    Hairspray that is good for your hair

    Best For Thin Hair

    No Limit Dry Volume and Thickening Spray IGK

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    Hairspray that is good for your hair

    Best For Beginners

    Elnett Satin Hairspray Extra Strong Hold L'Oréal Paris

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It might sound scary since hairsprays are notorious for making your hair feel deep-fried and crispy. But when used correctly, they're a complete game-changer. Whether your hair is oily or dry, fine or thick, you can find a hairspray that will tackle even life's most challenging problems. So take it from me: I can avoid flyaways for at least four days when I spray down a fresh blowout with a bit of hairspray. Here, find the 16 best hairsprays for every hair type.

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Best For Intense Hold

Kenra Professional

Volume Spray 25

2

Best For All Hair Types

R+Co BLEU

Featherlight Hairspray

3

Best For Curly Hair

Rizos Curls

Volumizing Hair Spray

4

Best For Thin Hair

IGK

No Limit Dry Volume and Thickening Spray

5

Best For Beginners

L'Oréal Paris

Elnett Satin Hairspray Extra Strong Hold

6

Best For Frizzy Hair

TrESemmé

TRES Two Extra Hold Hair Spray

7

Best For Fine Hair

ORIBE

Superfine Hair Spray

8

Best For Dry Hair

Moroccanoil

Luminous Hairspray

9

Best For Color-Treated Hair

COLOR WOW

Cult Favorite Firm + Flexible Hairspray

10

Best Long-Lasting Hairspray

SexyHair

Big Spray & Play Harder Firm Volumizing Hairspray

11

Best For A Budget

Garnier Fructis

Flexible Control Anti-Humidity Hairspray

12

Best For Dyed Hair

Pureology

Style + Protect Lock It Down Hairspray

13

Best For Flyaways

Nexxus

Comb Thru Volume Finishing Mist

14

Best Customizable Hairspray

Living Proof

Style Lab Flex Hairspray

15

Best For Defined Curls

Ouidad

Curl Last Flexible-Hold Hairspray

16

Best For Humidity

Joico

Flip Turn Volumizing Finishing Spray

What do hairsprays do?

"Hairsprays use polymers to bond the hair and help to hold the style in place," says Grenia. "Depending on the spray there are also a number of other benefits that hairspray can provide. For example some hairsprays also help to add shine or volume." Depending on the formulation, hairsprays should be the last step in your routine. "Most hairsprays are used to finish the hair after styling and it is dried," says Garren. "It’s the last thing you would do to the hair to add hold and memory."

What are the benefits of using a hair spray?

"If you have fine hair, sometimes it doesn’t hold a curl and can fall flat pretty easily," says Grenia. "In addition to using heat protectants on the hair to prevent breakage, it's also important to use a hairspray either before curling the hair to add hold or after curling the hair to lock in the style."

Can all hair types use a hair spray?

"Yes, in general all hair types can use hair spray, but it’s important to know the state of your hair and the ingredients in the hair spray to know which hair spray is best for your hair," says Prado. "For example, curly and color treated hair tends to be on the drier side so you want to stay away from drying ingredients like alcohol."

What's the best way to use a hairspray?

"Don’t hold the bottle close to the head, shake well and spray the product into the air first to see the spray pattern," says Garren. "Then, mist over hair about a foot away from hair or more to not destroy the look you created or the style you’re trying to hold into place. People think you have to hold it really close, but that makes it crunch and dry and creates wet spots." Depending on your preferred results, you can use hairsprays a lot of different ways. "A volumizing hair spray is formulated to help provide lift and volume at the root, so you will want to spray the roots of your hair while damp and before styling to help provide that,"
says Prado. "To lock styles into place, you’ll want to evenly coat the hair with the spray after you’re done styling. For pesky flyaways and frizz, I like to spray the product onto the palm of my hands and then softly run my hand on top of the areas I’m looking to tame down."

Tatjana Freund Beauty Commerce Writer Tatjana Freund is a Beauty Commerce Writer, covering makeup, skincare, and haircare products and trends.

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Is hairspray damaging to your hair?

Using hairspray alone will not cause damage to your hair. However, with repeated use of sprays, your hair can lose some of its best qualities. It's important to use other products to retain shine and moisture and reduce product build-up. And always be careful with your hair.

What can I use on my hair instead of hairspray?

8 Hairspray Alternatives You Can Buy at the Store.
Mousse. The first styling product you can use to ditch your hairspray is mousse. ... .
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Hair Gel. ... .
Styling Clay. ... .
Pomade. ... .
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Aloe Gel..

Is it OK to use hairspray everyday?

If you are using the product in moderation and washing your hair frequently – on a daily basis or every other day – hairspray is typically harmless. As long as your hair looks and feels healthy, not dry, sticky or hard, then hairspray is fine to incorporate into your everyday routine.