Looking to tame your frizz, hold your curls, or boost your hair volume without potentially harmful chemicals? Yeah, us too. It can be difficult to find healthy hair styling products that use truly clean ingredients… but we’ve got you covered. So, what are the best non-toxic natural hairspray brands? What ingredients should you look for and avoid? Does organic hair spray work? Let’s dive into the hairy details.
Keep reading to learn more!
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Author: In On Around Founder & CEO, Catherine Power.
- Published On: March 4, 2024
- Updated On: April 10, 2024
Summary:
- It’s best to opt for non-aerosol hairspray that’s free of undisclosed fragrances, phthalates, alcohol, and more.
- Best Brands = Yarok, Innersense
Table of Contents
Understanding the Importance of Natural Hairsprays
Natural hair sprays (that work well) can help in maintaining healthy, vibrant hair. Unlike most conventional hair sprays laden with harsh chemicals that can damage your health, truly natural hair sprays get the job done without unnecessary chemical exposure. They provide hold and hair volume control without causing product buildup or long-term damage.
Damaging hair care products, like some hair sprays, can weaken hair follicles over time, leading to shedding and breakage. Oftentimes, if the product contains ethanol (which is a type of alcohol) it can dry out your hair strands long-term, leading to even more frizz.
You deserve to use clean hair care products that don’t damage your health!
Why Choose Natural & Organic Hairspray?
There are many reasons to choose natural hair sprays, such as:
- It’s better for your hair (and can work just as well as conventional sprays.
- Natural hair spray uses fewer chemicals of concern, which can be damaging to your long-term hair growth. Plus, it can include nourishing natural herbs and oils to help make your hair shiny and voluminous.
- It’s better for your health
- Inhaling hair spray chemicals can do damage to your health, even in the short term. If you get a big whiff of the hair spray, it can sometimes cause immediate dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and more. Definitely not ideal! It’s toxic when inhaled (which can be very easy to do, since you spray it around your head).
- It’s better for the environment + your indoor air quality.
- According to the EPA, indoor air quality is typically 3-5 times more polluted than outdoor air quality. [1]
- Spraying hair spray contributes to indoor pollution! Plus, it’s really bad for the environment, as well as any pets that you may have in the home (especially birds).
The Health and Environmental Impacts of Hairsprays
Hair sprays can have significant implications for both personal health and the environment, with potential risks ranging from respiratory issues to pollution.
In fact, exposure to some hair sprays can cause symptoms like:
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Abdominal pain
- Burning eyes and throat
- Rash
- Dry hair
- Slurred speech
- Collapse
- Low blood pressure
- Allergic reactions
- Respiratory issues
- Stupor
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea … and more.
Hairsprays release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, which can lead to allergic reactions and irritation in some individuals. If you experience an adverse reaction to hairspray, contact your local poison control center. Visit an emergency room or doctor if symptoms are serious.
Did you know that hairspray can contain hormone-disrupting chemicals? In 2021, dozens of aerosol hair products were recalled due to traces of cancer-causing Benzene.
What to Avoid in Natural Hairsprays
When choosing natural hair sprays, it’s crucial to be mindful of certain ingredients and formulations. In our opinion, it’s best to limit or avoid these ingredients:
- Undisclosed fragrance – both natural and synthetic fragrances (even if they’re natural essential oils – it’s unnecessary in hair spray)
- You can learn more about fragrance here: Safe Fragrance 101 – What Is Natural Fragrance?
- Aerosol propellants, such as:
- Butane
- Isobutane
- Propane
- Phthalates
- Parabens
- You can learn more about parabens here: Paraben Safety – Are Parabens In Makeup Harmful?
- Formaldehyde releasers
- Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (“Quats”)
- Carboxymethylcellulose – this is poisonous
- Denatured alcohol
- Hydrofluorocarbon – this is poisonous
- Polyvinyl alcohol
- Polyvinylpyrrolidone
- Benzene (a contaminant)
- Ethanol
- Polymers
- Ethoxylated ingredients or polysorbates
- Silicones
- Propylene glycol
- Sulfates
- Alcohol (which can lead to dry hair)
Many conventional hairsprays contain propellants, solvents, holding agents, and many potentially harmful additives.
To learn more about all the ingredients we aim to avoid in cosmetics, check out the Clean Beauty Checklist E-Book. Here we detail the 70+ ingredient classes to avoid in personal care items… including hairspray!
What to Look For in Natural Hairsprays
When shopping for natural hairsprays, focus on identifying ingredients and formulations that promote hair health. Here are some popular ingredients found in truly natural hairsprays:
- Propellant-free and aerosol-free (very important!)
- Instead, look for pump sprays, not aerosolized sprays that use pressurized cans.
- This is one of the most important swaps
- Organic aloe vera juice or gel
- Natural essential oils (in moderation), such as:
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Tea tree
- Bergamot
- Rice proteins or rice extract
- Natural sea salt
- Organic honey
- Vegetable glycerin
- Teas, like green tea or rooibos tea
Keep in mind that hairspray efficacy can depend on your hair thickness and texture – sometimes you’ll need a little trial and error to find your best match!
If you’re looking for other natural hair products, like shampoo and conditioner, or styling products check out the In On Around Shop for the best swaps!
What Are The Best Natural Hairspray Brands?
Switching from conventional to natural hairspray may take some getting used to… but the benefits make it worthwhile! As for the best natural hairspray for strong hold, prioritize brands known for their commitment to high-quality ingredients without compromising your health.
The “best” ranked products contain the best ingredients, but they will not always work as well as conventional hair spray – keep this in mind. Check out these best brands below!
- I personally use this option and it gets the job done very well!
- Ingredients: Structured Vitamin Aqua (Water) Concentrate, Non-GMO Corn and Rice Extract, Vegetable Glycerol, Plant Sourced Kosher Vegan Xanthan Gum & Potassium Sorbate; Natural Plant Sourced Vitamins A, C & E; Essential Oils of: Organic Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary), Organic Litsea Cubeba (May Chang)
- Alcohol-free? Yes
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic.
- Ingredients: Water, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Gel, Organic Cyamop-sistetragonolobus (Guar) Gum Sorbitol, Sclerotium Gum, Organic Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water, Organic Rooibos African Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Glycerin, Organic Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Organic Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Organic Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Organic Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Organic Eucalyptus Globulus Extract, Citric Acid, Organic Maltodextrin, Honey Extract, Linalool.
- Alcohol-free? Yes
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic.
- Hold: Flexible
- Ingredients: Aqua, Organic Brown Rice Extract, Organic Yucca Starch, Organic Orange Peel Oil Expressed, Organic Horsetail, Organic Lavender, Organic Peppermint, Organic Oregano, Organic Rosemary Leaf, Organic Sage, Organic Thyme, Organic Vegetable Glycerin, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Rosemary Essential Oil, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil Lavender Essential Oil.
- Alcohol-free?Yes
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic.
- Hold: Firm
- Ingredients: Aqua, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Alcohol (SDA 38B Lavender Oil) Lavandula Angustifolia, Sucrose, Caprylyl/Capryl Glycosides, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Citric Acid, Maltodextrin/VP Copolymer, Lavandula Hybrida (Lavandin) Oil, Citrus Bergamia (Bergamot Orange) Oil, Bursera Graveolens (Palo Santo) Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens (Gernanium) Flower Oil, Gardenia Jasminoides (Gardenia Enfleurage) Oil, Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract.
- Alcohol-free? Yes
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic.
- Hold: Soft/Flexible
- Ingredients: Certified Organic Aloe Vera Gel, PVP, Certified Organic Aloe Sorb, Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate, DL Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Biotin, L-lysine HCI.
- Alcohol-free? Yes
- Fragrance-free? Yes
- Hold: Undetermined
- Ingredients: Water, Organic Glycerine, Organic Manihot Esculenta (Tapioca) Root Starch, Organic Flax Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Organic Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Organic Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil, Organic Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Kernel Oil, Organic Lecithin, Organic Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Organic Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Organic Cymbopogon (Lemongrass) Schoenanthus Extract, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Organic Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Seed Oil, Organic Vitis Vinifera (Red Grape) Seed Oil, Organic Vaccinium Macrocapron (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Organic Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Organic Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Organic Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Organic Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Organic Pogostemon Cablin (Patchouli) Oil, Organic Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil, Organic Pelargonium Graveolens (Geranium) Flower Oil, Organic Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Oil, Organic Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Organic Citric Acid, Tocopherol from Rosa Canina (Rose Hip), Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Leaf Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Commiphora Guidotti, Citrus Aurantium (Neroli) Oil, Organic Gluconolactone, Organic Sodium Benzoate, Organic Calcium Gluconate
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic
- Hold: Undisclosed
- Last of the “best” options due to the sheer amount of ingredients it uses – a bit much!
Better Hairsprays
These are typically in the “better” category, not “best” because they contain 1-2 ingredients that we aim to avoid, like alcohol. However, they typically offer a stronger hold than the 100% natural hairspray options… and they’re less toxic than conventional options.
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- Ingredients: Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (Aloe Vera), Organic Alcohol Dent., Organic Acacia Senegal Gum, Organic Glycerin, Organic Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Xanthan Gum, Linalool, Limonene
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic.
- Hold: Medium
- Cons: Contains alcohol denat
- While this is in the “better” category, this isn’t a bad option at all if you’re comfortable using alcohol in your hairspray!
- Ingredients: Ethanol (Ethyl Alcohol), Acacia Senegal (Gum) Extract, Pinus Banksiana (Pine) Extract, Matricaria Chamomilla (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Urtica Dioca (Nettle) Leaf Extract, Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Leaf Extract, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil.
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Unscented
- Hold: Undetermined
- Cons: Contains alcohol
- Ingredients: Ethyl Alcohol, Acacia Senegal (Gum) Extract, Pinus Ca (Pine) Extract, Matricaria Chamomilla (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Echinacea Purpurea Flower Extract, Urtica Dioca (Nettle) Leaf Extract, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Unscented
- Hold: Firm
- Cons: Contains alcohol
- Ingredients: Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Purified Water (Aqua), Organic Ethyl Alcohol, Organic Sodium Alginate (Algin), PVP/VA Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Sodium PCA, Polysorbate 20, Organic Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Organic Anthemis Nobilis (Chamomile) Flower Extract, Organic Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Organic Lavandula Officinalis (Lavender) Flower Extract, Fruit Stem Cells (Malus Domestica, Solar Vitis) and Organic BioActive 8 Berry Complex, Organic Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Organic Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Panthenol, Biotin, Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil, Organic Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic
- Hold: Medium
- Cons: Contains alcohol
- Ingredients: Purified Water, Organic Vodka, Organic Brown Sugar, Organic Sweet Orange Oil, Organic Geranium Oil, Organic Green Tea, Organic Sage Herb, Organic Thyme Herb, Organic Bergamot Oil, Organic Olive Oil, Organic Rosehip Oil.
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic
- Hold: Undisclosed
- Cons: Contains alcohol (Organic Vodka)
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Ethanol, Alcohol, Methacryloyl Ethyl Betaine/Acrylates Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Mentha Viridis (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Organic Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Organic Chenopodium Quinoa Seed, Organic Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Tilia Tormentosa Bulb Extract, Biotin, Panthenol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citric Acid, Denatonium Benzoate, Glycerin, t-Butyl Alcohol, Triethyl Citrate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate.
- Alcohol-free? No
- Fragrance-free? Uses fragrances from essential oils – not synthetic
- Hold: Undisclosed
- Cons: Contains two types of alcohol
Worst Hairsprays
Many of these contain several ingredients we prefer to avoid, such as undisclosed fragrance, Quats, phthalates, parabens, butane, and more.
Don’t fall victim to products that claim to be “sensitive,” “non-irritating,” or “fragrance-free” – it’s important to READ all of the ingredients.
Many of them contain 3+ ingredients that we aim to avoid, like hydrofluorocarbon, acrylates copolymer, undisclosed fragrance, alcohol, quats, phenoxyethanol, and more.
These are the “natural” hair sprays that don’t meet our ingredient list standards:
- Ingredients– Alcohol Denat., Aqua, Methacryloyl Ethyl Betaine/Acrylates Copolymer, Parfum, Sea Salt, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Fruit Extract, Erythritol, Cyclodextrin, Sodium Hydroxide.
- Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40-B (Alcohol Denat.), Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Glycerin, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Sodium PCA, Panthenol, Linoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate, Parfum/Fragrance, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citral, Citronellol, Eugenol, Geraniol, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool
- Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40-B (Alcohol Denat.), Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Isobutane, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, VA/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer, Aqua/Water/Eau, Aminomethyl Propanol, Panthenol, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Parfum/Fragrance, Citral, Limonene
- Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40-B, Purified Water, Acrylates Copolymer, Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer, Phytantriol, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Aminomethyl Propanol
- Ingredients: Aqua (Purified Water), Polysorbate 20, Fragrance, Biotin, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Organic Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Organic Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Organic Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Organic Glycine Soja (Soybean) Extract, Organic Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (Lemongrass) Extract, Organic Macrocystis Pyrifera (Sea Kelp) Extract, Behentrimonium Chloride, Organic Glycerin, Polyquaternium-4, Polyquaternium-47, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Organic Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Dehydroacetic Acid. Benzyl Alcohol
- Ingredients: Aqua (Deionized Water), Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Extract, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Polysorbate 20, PEG/PPG-15/10 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Butylene Glycol, Aminomethyl Propanol
- Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40, Deionized Water, Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer, Simmondsia Chinesis (Jojoba) Oil, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Sodium PCA, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polysorbate-20, Biotin, Natural Fragrance.
- Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Sodium Polyitaconate, Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate/Caprate, Nigella Sativa (Black Cumin) Seed Oil, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Rubus Idaeus (Red Raspberry) Seed Meal(Red Raspberry) Seed Oil ], Vitis Vinifera (Red Grape) Seed Oil, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Seed Oil, Organic Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder, Aroma, Organic Maltodextrin, PVP, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Calcium Gluconate, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Tocopherol
- Ingredients: Aqua/water/eau, Polysorbate 20, PVP, Amp-acrylates/allyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Oil, Tonic, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Seed Oil, Citrus Reticulata Peel Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Oil, Coriandrum Sativum (Coriander) Fruit Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil, Pimenta Officinalis (Pimento) Leaf Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil, Abies Alba Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Sinensis Peel Oil Expressed, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil, Tilia Tomentosa Bud Extract, Cotton Seed Oil Glycereth-8, Glycerin, Creatine, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Menthol, Sodium Glutamate, Glycine Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene Citral, Linalool, Citronella, Geraniol, Eugenol, Farnesol
- Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40, Deionized Water, Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer, Simmondsia Chinesis (Jojoba) Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Sodium PCA, Biotin, Cysteine HCL Monohydrate, Organic Hamaelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Aminomethyl Propanol, Natural Fragrance
- Amika
- Aussie (owned by Procter & Gamble)
- Aveda (owned by The Estée Lauder Companies)
- Bed Head (owned by Unilever)
- Biolage
- Boldify
- CHI
- Davines
- Dove
- DryBar
- Four Seasons No Nothing “Sensitive Super Strong
- Garnier (owned by L’Oréal)
- Herbal Essences (owned by Procter & Gamble)
- John Freida
- Kenru
- L’Oréal
- Nexxus (owned by Unilever)
- Not Your Mother’s
- Pantene (owned by Procter & Gamble)
- Paul Mitchell
- Redken (owned by L’Oréal)
- Schwarzkopf
- Sexy Hair
- Shea Moisture (owned by Unilever)
- Suave (formerly owned by Unilever)
- TRESemme (owned by Unilever)
- TIGI (owned by Unilever) … and more.
Follow these quick tips to get the best experience with using natural hair spray:
- Don’t overdo it – apply sparingly
- Spray it from about 6+ inches from your head (read the instructions on each bottle)
- Choose the right hold level
- Use hair spray in a ventilated room, near a window, or near an air purifier
- Learn more about the best air purifiers here: Are Ozone Air Purifiers Safe? Best Air Filter Buying Guide
- Look for “light-hold” natural hair spray formulas, which typically cause less overall hair damage.
- Pair it with non-toxic shampoo and conditioner, like these options:
Yes, you can make your own DIY hair spray using simple ingredients commonly found in your kitchen!
One easy recipe involves mixing 1 cup of water with 2 tablespoons of sugar or honey for hold.
Alternatively, you can create a sea salt spray by combining 1 cup of warm water with 1 tablespoon of sea salt and a teaspoon of coconut oil for moisture.
Lastly, you can try 1 cup of water with 4 tablespoons of organic aloe vera gel. Add any of these recipes to a spray bottle and give it a try!
It can be fun to experiment with different ratios and ingredients to find the perfect DIY hair spray for your hair texture. While they likely won’t work as well as pre-made natural brands, they can be a good alternative in a pinch! Have you tried making a homemade natural hairspray?
If you don’t want to use hairspray, there are other natural alternatives for styling your hair! Don’t reply on products laden with harsh chemicals or synthetic ingredients.
Here are some non-toxic swaps:
- If you want to skip the sprays altogether, opt for organic pure aloe vera gel.
- Use hair oils to reduce frizz
- Try non-toxic powder dry shampoo to add volume to your hair roots
- Sea salt sprays or texture sprays! These can provide a “beachy wave look” to your hair, without the use of hair spray. These are our favorite texturizing sprays:
Breathing in chemicals is one of the fastest ways for those toxins to enter your bloodstream. This is why it’s so important to use natural hair sprays!
Final Thoughts: Non-Toxic Natural Hair Spray
While hair spray can help to improve your hair texture, boost volume, and reduce frizz, there are more natural, organic brands available that are better for your health. Opt for brands that are fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and aerosol-free. Tame your unruly hair strands with the options we discussed in this article!
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Frequently Asked Questions – Natural Organic Hair Spray
Click on the below FAQs to learn more about: natural hair spray, organic hair styling, clean beauty personal care products, natural hair styling, and beauty care products for fine hair.
Using hairspray excessively or with harsh chemicals can damage hair and cause breakage, which might lead to thinning or loss of hair over time.
Yes, there are many natural hairspray products that work just as well as conventional hairspray brands.
Using conventional hairspray every day can harm your hair, so it’s best to use it sparingly, but using natural hairspray can be used more regularly.
Yes, aerosol hair sprays can be bad for you due to the inhalation of chemicals. It’s best to avoid using them and swap to cleaner options.
