Hair styling products can help transform the shape and texture of your locks while protecting them against heat damage and controlling frizz.
Powders are highly versatile and suitable for every type of hair. They add volume with natural-looking shine for added fullness.
Pomades are ideal for creating sleek, high-shine styles like pompadours and ducktails with high shine finishes, while offering flexibility throughout the day.
Gel
No matter the goal – whether that be to slick back your locks or coax curls into an uniform spiral – finding a product to help achieve that coveted messy-yet-sophisticated style can be tricky; while an inappropriate product could leave behind flyaways and frizz. But you want your look to remain sophisticated; otherwise it could cause frizzing and crunchy locks!
SheaMoisture’s Coconut & Hibiscus Flaxseed Define & Shine Edge Gel provides the ideal combination of hold and softness. Formulated from K-90 PVP, which dissolves in water, this gel keeps your hair silky smooth with lightweight shine that won’t flake – plus, its babassu oil helps hydrate strands to reduce frizz, while Keratin enhances softness and resilience for an unforgettable scent experience!
Pomade
Pomade is an innovative hair styling product, providing strong hold with natural shine and low alcohol content compared to gels or hairsprays that may contain alcohol. Quality pomades also contain natural ingredients which contribute to overall hair health.
Pomade can help you achieve various looks, from classic slicked-back looks to more contemporary textured styles. Choose water-based pomade for an easy washout finish or oil-based pomade for longer lasting hold that lasts throughout the day.
Apply pomade to slightly damp hair and comb it through with a wide-tooth comb for a sleek and polished look. Rework your style throughout the day by adding more pomade or using your fingers to piece out textured styles.
Mousse
Wavy locks possess medium porosity, making it amenable to products designed to add volume and reduce frizz. Mousse is one product that can effectively accomplish these two goals without leaving behind stiff or crunchy locks.
Though these two hair products may appear similar, their actual consistencies differ significantly. Mousses feature denser and thicker textures while foams offer lighter and fluffier textures.
To use hair mousse, start by applying a golf-ball-sized amount to damp hair and dispersing it evenly with fingers or a wide-tooth comb. From there, scrunch and twist your strands for loose curls or waves; or blow dry to achieve fuller-looking blowout. For an added boost of hold, opt for formulas containing keratin protein or ceramides for extra hold.
Texture Powder
Hair powder can be an invaluable styling tool, adding grip and volume to fine or flat locks. When applied correctly, quality powders can help conceal visible scalp areas while creating a matte finish for an unassuming natural appearance. They’re even useful for concealing grays between coloring appointments or offering root touch up.
Texture powder won’t directly cause hair loss; however, too much use could lead to product buildup on the scalp that clogs follicles and causes dry strands and split ends. To prevent this from happening, only use texture powder sparingly and wash your hair frequently with shampoo to get rid of any residue left by its residue.
If you are experiencing thinning hair, it’s always wise to consult a professional regarding proven solutions for hair loss. Speak with your GP or dermatologist today about free evaluation and potential treatment plans.
Salt Spray
Sea salt spray offers light hold while still allowing your hair’s natural texture to show through, making it an excellent solution when creating the “second-day look” or adding volume at your roots.
Rahua Sea Salt Spray proved popular with our testers with fine and curly locks because it provided a gentle boost of volume without leaving behind crunchy or stiff strands, unifying her slightly wavy and straight textures for an overall more uniform look.
EIMI’s Ocean Spritz is our top pick and is ideal for use on both damp and dry hair. Easy to work into your strands, this spray offers effortless beachy waves – great for air drying or diffused styles! Plus it boasts an irresistibly refreshing citrus and wood fragrance perfect for any summer outing!
