Sea salt spray, also simply called salt spray, is the styling product that gives your hair that loose, beachy texture, as if you’ve just stepped out of the sea. It’s the barbers’ favourite pre-styler for men with fine or flat hair, and for anyone who wants volume without a heavy product. In this article: what sea salt spray does, how to use it and whether it’s bad for your hair.
What does sea salt spray do?
Sea salt absorbs moisture and oil and slightly opens the cuticles of your hair. This gives your hair more grip, texture and volume so it falls flat less easily. A good sea salt spray combines salt with conditioning ingredients so your hair doesn’t dry out. KAPR Sea Salt Spray Beach Tonic gives light hold, natural waves and a matte finish, without becoming stiff or sticky.
How to use sea salt spray
After washing with professional shampoo. You can also use it on dry hair for a quick refresh.
Four to six sprays, from root to tip. More for long hair, less for short hair.
Work it through with your fingers. Scrunch for waves, tousle upwards for volume.
Blow-drying gives more volume. Then finish with Matte Pomade or Hair Clay if you like.
Which hair does sea salt spray work best for?
| Hair type | Effect | Combine with |
|---|---|---|
| Fine or thin hair | Volume and grip, falls flat less easily | Matte Pomade |
| Wavy or curly hair | Definition, beachy waves | Styling Cream or Fiber Wax |
| Medium-length straight hair | Texture and movement, less “styled” | Shaper Styling Paste |
| Short, thick hair | Grip, so clay holds better | Hair Clay |
Is sea salt spray bad for your hair?
Salt dries hair out if you use it every day without proper care. That’s why the barber has three rules:
- Choose a spray with conditioning ingredients, not just salt and water from a bottle.
- Wash your hair regularly so salt doesn’t build up, and use a conditioning shampoo from time to time.
- Do you have dry or damaged hair? Then alternate with Hair Tonic, a pre-styler that hydrates and protects against the heat of the hairdryer.
Used this way, sea salt spray isn’t bad for your hair; in fact, it’s a light way to style without heavy wax.
Sea salt spray or texture spray?
Texture spray is usually a dry spray with powder or resin for texture on dry hair. Sea salt spray works on damp and dry hair, also creates waves and feels more natural. For most men, sea salt spray is the more versatile choice.
Buy sea salt spray
KAPR Sea Salt Spray Beach Tonic 200ml was developed with De Herenkapper Academy, and there is a 50ml travel size for your gym bag. Browse the sea salt spray collection or all hair products for men. Not satisfied? 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
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