Sea salt hair spray has become a go-to styling product for anyone craving effortless, beachy texture and volume. Inspired by the way your hair looks after a dip in the ocean, this spray is loved for its ability to create tousled waves, add grip, and refresh second-day styles. Here’s a look at the benefits of sea salt spray-and how you can easily make your own at home.
Benefits of Sea Salt Hair Spray
1. Adds Texture and Volume
Sea salt spray instantly adds grit and body to your hair, making it look fuller and more voluminous. The salt absorbs excess oil and lifts hair away from the scalp, creating a natural, tousled finish that’s perfect for beachy waves or messy styles.
2. Enhances Natural Curl Pattern
If you have wavy or curly hair, sea salt spray brings out your natural texture by drawing out moisture and causing the strands to contract slightly. This results in more defined waves and curls. For straight hair, it adds volume and a subtle wave, though it won’t create curls on its own (1).
3. Refreshes and De-greases Hair
Salt soaks up natural oils, making sea salt spray a great way to refresh oily or second-day hair. It gives hair a matte, fresh look and can help you go longer between washes
4. Light Hold and Matte Finish
Unlike traditional hairsprays, sea salt spray offers a flexible, light hold that keeps your style in place without stiffness. It also leaves a matte finish, avoiding the greasy or shiny look.
5. Scalp Benefits
Some sea salt sprays include ingredients like aloe vera or magnesium, which can help remove toxins, soothe the scalp, and even reduce dandruff for some users (2).
How to Make Sea Salt Hair Spray at Home
Making your own sea salt spray is simple, customizable, and cost-effective. Here’s a basic DIY recipe you can try:
DIY Sea Salt Hair Spray Recipe
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup warm water (filtered or distilled)
- 1 tablespoon sea salt (fine or medium grain)
- 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel or hair gel (for hold and moisture)
- 1–2 teaspoons argan oil or avocado oil (optional, for extra hydration)
- 4–5 drops essential oil (like lavender or rosemary, for fragrance)
- Clean spray bottle
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl or measuring cup, dissolve the sea salt in warm water. Add aloe vera or hair gel, oil, and essential oil if using. Stir well.
- Transfer: Pour the mixture into a clean spray bottle.
- Shake Well: Secure the nozzle and shake to combine all ingredients.
- Test and Adjust: Try the spray on a small section of hair. Add more salt for extra texture, or more oil for added moisture, adjusting to your hair type.
- Apply: Mist onto damp or dry hair, focusing on mid-lengths and ends. Scrunch hair with your hands to encourage waves, then air dry or diffuse.
Pro Tip: If your hair is dry or color-treated, use less salt and more moisturizing ingredients to prevent dryness.
FAQs
Q: Will sea salt spray work on straight hair?
A: Sea salt spray adds volume and texture to straight hair, but won’t create curls on its own. It works best for enhancing natural waves or adding grip for styling.
Q: Can sea salt spray be drying?
A: Yes, salt can draw moisture from hair. Balance with hydrating ingredients like aloe vera or argan oil, and don’t overuse if your hair is already dry.
Q: How often should I use sea salt spray?
A: Use as needed for styling, but avoid daily use on dry or color-treated hair to prevent excessive dryness.
Ready to try beachy waves at home? Mix up your own sea salt spray and experiment with effortless, textured styles! For more DIY haircare tips and product recommendations, visit our website and follow us on social media and share your results and join our community of hair enthusiasts!
