OGX Texturising Leave in Moroccan Sea Salt Spray for Hair 177ml

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Not all sea salt sprays are built alike and, as with all products, you should strive to find ingredients that won't harm or dry out your hair. "The active ingredient in most sea salt sprays is magnesium sulfate," admits Cleveland, "however, some better brands will also include more nourishing ingredients to protect the hair from damage." In particular, she highlights sage, balm mint, and yarrow plant as healthy ingredients that combat damage and dryness. How Do You Use Sea Salt Spray? Yes. The salts in the sea salt spray draw the pigments from your hair, leaving its color lightly faded. Danby SG, et al. (2013). Effect of olive and sunflower seed oil on the adult skin barrier: Implications for neonatal skin care. DOI: Sea salt sprays are a great option to create beach curls and waves on fine or straight hair. It helps enhance the curls and adds volume to the tresses. Hair products can be confusing to navigate — do you need hair paste? Hairspray? Hair gel? Hair paste hits a magical middle ground between a hair gel and a hairspray. You can apply it strategically like spray without losing hold anytime something touches your hair. It also has the long-lasting strength of a gel without getting hard and crunchy. Paste is the best option to keep your hair's natural texture and allow it to move around a bit throughout the day. A good paste allows you to tweak your style anytime you catch yourself in a mirror and see that something is just a little off, because if we're being honest that happens to all of us.

What We Don’t Love: It’s formulated for normal to oily hair, so it’s not ideal for those with dry or damaged strands. Simply mist through damp hair to add texture and light hold. We find ourselves misting every few hours when we want extra body and grit, but truthfully, we don’t mind because the intoxicating fragrance boosts our mood, too. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy. Most sea salt sprays contain a mix of water, sea salt, epsom salt, and hydrating ingredients like botanical extracts and seed oils. It adds a layer of gritty texture and volumizes hair, giving it extra body. “Salt is osmotic — it ends up pulling water from the hair and scalp,” explains Reyman. “The fullness, volume, and grip you feel in your hair after being in the ocean (besides some sand which also adds to the texture) is due to the way salt interacts with the hair cuticle as it swells and dries.”Not if used in moderation. Sea salt spray adds texture and volume to thinning hair. However, overuse may lead to brittle, breakage-prone hair. No. Too much of it can dry out your hair and make it brittle, thereby causing your hair to break easily. In general, sea salt spray is safe for most hair types as long as it’s used in moderation. If your hair is particularly damaged or brittle, there are plenty of alternatives to sea salt spray that provide the same textured effect with sugar or rice protein, like Briogeo Superfoods Banana + Coconut Hydrating Soft Wave Texture Spray on our list. The condition of your hair matters too. “Sea salt sprays take the moisture out of your hair, so if you have very dry hair it’s not ideal,” explains Antiga. “You can still use them, I’d just recommend applying a hair primer first and applying a nourishing treatment after. In this case, you may get a less structured look as the effect of sea salt will be softer but you will prevent drying your hair out.” Do you use sea salt spray on wet or dry hair?

What We Love: This spray creates soft, volumized waves and features a refreshing tropical fragrance. The only caveat to how to use sea salt spray in this way is if your hair is naturally frizz-prone, as playing with it too much can rough up the hair cuticle and lead to a fluffy finish.If you haven't quite nailed your air drying routine yet, it's worth reading our guide on how to air dry hair. 4. …or diffuse it Instead of relying on your sea salt spray to bring the waves to fine or straight hair, create them yourself with one of the best curling irons for fine hair and use the spray as a finishing texture touch.Yes, sea salt sprays are primarily made up of water and sea salt, but they can also include ingredients that boost volume, increase hydration, and strengthen hair. Some of the most common and effective ingredients found in sea salt sprays are kelp and seaweed extract, which contain a cornucopia of vitamins and minerals that support hair’s vitality and promote growth. Both kelp and seaweed are the star ingredients in Bumble and bumble Surf Spray. Sea salt is texturizing and gives the same design to your hair that you get after visiting the shore. Whether you’re styling loose waves or pinning your hair into a textured updo, a good sea salt spray can help increase volume, structure, and definition. “I normally apply on damp hair and blow dry it, then add it on top of any finished style for extra volume or grit,” says Bishop. “It is also great to apply to dry hair before doing a half-up or full ponytail to create an undone look. Be sure to spray about 10 to 12 inches away from the head so it’s not too concentrated.”