Salt Spray Is Exactly What Your Hair Is Missing
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Summer is here, which means you-and your hairstyle-can finally loosen up a little. We're not saying you have to go full beach bum, but if you're looking to change up your 'do, taking a page from those surfer types with effortless manes and a decent base tan can't hurt, right? And thankfully for those of us who aren't able to hit the beach for an early-morning session, there's a solution that fits conveniently in your medicine cabinet: salt spray.
Think of it as post-beach hair without the beach. Salt spray adds texture, boosts volume, and gives you a little extra control over your flow. And even though it's a favorite of folks with longer hair, it can also work wonders for short- and medium-length hairstyles. Basically, if you haven't tried it, you should. Here are three that work like a charm.
Blind Barber
40 Proof Sea Salt Spray
Made with sea salt (of course) and hops, this spray from the Brooklyn-based grooming experts gives a little extra hold while still keeping things loose enough to run your hands through your hair. If you need to keep your mane out of your eyes but keep the easygoing vibes in place, it's hard to beat.
SHOP $18, mrporter.com
Bumble and Bumble
Surf Spray
One of the reigning champs of the salt spray word, Bumble and Bumble's Surf Spray mimics the effects of saltwater on your hair for the good parts (effortless cool, a few extra waves), but skips the bad parts. How? The formulation includes stuff like kelp and seaweed extracts, plus coconut water, to nourish hair and protect it from the sun's rays. Like the going to the beach, only better for your follicles.
SHOP $27, sephora.com
R+Co
Rockaway Salt Spray
Not content with sticking to the basics, R+Co pumped this spray full of ingredients that will keep your hair happy-even if you've never heard of them before. Cranesbill swells the shaft of the hair for volume. Balm mint prevents damage and fading. And vitamin C-which we really hope you've heard of, by the way-prevents free radical damage. And if you don't care about any of that? All good. Just know that your hair will look great. Simple as that.
SHOP $26, amazon.com
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