Do you dream of those carefree 'beach waves' that give your hair a relaxed and summery look? With a good Beach Spray or Salt Spray you can effortlessly achieve that wonderful nonchalant beach effect! In this blog we not only share the usefulness and correct use of a Beach Spray, but we also give top tips to style your hair perfectly with this product.
The benefits of Beach Spray
First of all, the difference between a Beach Spray and a Salt Spray. A Beach Spray often (but not always) has multiple caring ingredients in the formula. As a result, your hair does not dry out as quickly and it still feels good and healthy after rinsing. With a Salt Spray, this is usually less the case, but it can give you extra firmness. So pay close attention when purchasing your product to what you prefer.
Beach spray is designed to give your hair that relaxed and tousled look that you would normally only get at the beach. The main ingredient in this spray is sea salt, which gives your hair texture and volume. With added essential oils, you keep your hair soft and healthy.
Another great advantage is that using a Beach Spray you create a look that reduces the heat of styling tools - such as a curling iron. This way you damage your hair less. Very nice if you like healthy hair! If you plan to put your hair up or make braids, a good Beach Spray helps to add more grip and texture to your hair. Your look will last longer.
Marcel, one of our hairstylists from the Insiders co-creation team, was at the origin of our Dip in the Ocean Beach Spray and would like to give you 4 top tips for the correct use:
- Start on damp hair: Comb through your hair to remove any tangles before you begin. Apply the Beach Spray to slightly damp hair, so that the product is evenly distributed. If you have an oily scalp, avoid spraying at the roots of your hair.
- Spray in moderation: Less is more! Start with a few sprays and add more as needed. Too much spray can weigh your hair down and give it an unwanted or crunchy texture. So experiment to see how many sprays work best for your hair.
- Scrunch and scrunch: To create that real beach effect, gently scrunch your hair while applying the spray. So scrunch your hair to get more texture and volume before you start (air) drying.
- Use a diffuser: You can let your hair air dry while scrunching it occasionally to give it extra texture. However, if you have a hairdryer with a diffuser, you can speed up the drying process and enhance the effect. The diffuser will define your hair better and give your hair a natural look with more volume.
Prevention is better than cure
Here are some more tips for optimal hair health when using a Beach Spray:
- Avoid the scalp: Do not apply the spray directly to the scalp, as the salt may irritate and dry out the scalp.
- Excessive use: Don't use Beach Spray every day, because too much sea salt can dry out and damage your hair. Limit use to a few times a week. With Dip in the Ocean Beach Spray, however, that's no problem. The oils and the UV filter ensure a good moisture balance and optimal hydration.
- Protect Colored Hair: If you have colored hair, be careful about using a lot of Beach Spray, as it can fade the color. This does depend a lot on the type of Beach Spray and the color in the hair. If you do get addicted to your Beach Spray, make sure to use a Color Safe shampoo.
- Be careful in very dry hair: Do you have very dry hair? Then use Beach Spray sparingly and always add a leave-in conditioner to keep the moisture level in balance. You can combine it very well with the My Hero Wonder Spray .
Marcel's Conclusion
“It is important to remember that results from using a Beach Spray may vary depending on your hair type and the specific ingredients in the product.
Some people may find that certain Beach Sprays dry out their hair, while others are a big fan. Always read the product information, ingredient list, and customer reviews before purchasing, and if not, test it on a small section of your hair to see how it reacts before applying it to your entire head. All in all, a Beach Spray is a fantastic product once you find the right one.”
Enjoy your summer look!
