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How to Use Sea Salt Spray for Beautiful Beach Waves

Tousled, beautiful waves are the unnamed hairstyle hero of this generation. And recreating those ‘I just walked on the beach’ waves is easier than you might think! All you need is a sea salt spray formulated to recreate those coveted natural waves. If you’ve been wondering how to get beach waves that don’t look overdone, read on...

what does sea salt spray do for your hair?

Sea salt sprays are the secret product you need if you want to learn how to make beach waves easily.  Sea salt sprays are filled with ingredients that mimic the ocean’s effect on your hair.

How To Use Sea Salt Spray: Spoons of Salt

when to use sea salt spray

You can use sea salt spray when you’re styling dry hair! Simply spritz it through dry hair and scrunch into locks for a messed up texture that you can achieve even when you're not catching a wave! Or, spritz sea salt spray on damp hair to texturize your hair and give it a subtle, voluminuous look.  

how to use sea salt spray

It’s all about trial and error and finding the right amount for your particular hair type. Spray enough sea salt spray to cover all of your strands but try not to oversaturate your hair in the process. Too much product will weigh your hair down and counteract the lightweight texture you’re aiming for.  If you find salt spray leaves your ends over dehydrated, layer on some leave-in conditioner, detangler or serum to soften the hair, while benefitting from the texture.

How To Use Sea Salt Spray: Image of Woman

where to use sea salt spray

Short-haired girls can use sea salt spray to add texture and lift their roots, while long-haired ladies might find that too much product will weigh their hair down.  If you want texture through long hair, be sure not to overload too much into the roots, these products works best on mid-lengths to the ends.

However, if you have flat roots and want to dry them out for a kick of lift, we recommend spritzing some salt spray into your roots when wet, as you would do a root-boosting products.  But, if you are unsure where to start applying from your mid-lengths to ends is generally a safe zone.

The best part about using a sea salt spray is how quickly you can achieve that beautiful, beachy texture.

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For a lot of men, proper hair care probably begins and ends with shampoo and conditioner. However, there’s a whole world of products out there that can take your hair from 10 to 11. Introducing sea salt.

Sea salt is a great product. Unfortunately, not every man knows how to use sea salt properly. Today, we’re going to show you everything you need to know about sea salt and how you can use it.

What is Sea Salt Spray?

Sea salt spray is a hair product that typically contains water, sea salt, and epsom salt. Depending on the brand, other ingredients can be thrown into the mix, like aloe vera, coconut oil, and essential oils.

The purpose is to replicate the look of hair that’s spent a lot of time at the beach. It can make for effortless waves that look like you’ve enjoyed the sun, sand, and surf for a while. 

It’s an ideal hair care product depending on your hair type and whether you’d like to add some extra flavor to your routine.

How Much Sea Salt Should I Use?

You don’t need a ton of sea salt to notice a difference. One to two teaspoons of salt is really all you need, and that should amount to a few spritzes from your bottle.

Who Can Use Sea Salt?

Many different types of guys can benefit from sea salt, especially men with thinning hair. The salty mixture adds thickness and volume where you need it most, especially when you feel like styling your hair into a quiff.

Guys with curly hair can also benefit. You may already be used to some natural waves, but sea salt spray can enhance the action, really defining the natural curls and kinks you have going on.

Finally, men with medium to long hair can really take advantage. Longer hair is heavier than short hair, which means it becomes more noticeable when it turns flat and dull. As such, it may not be right for you if you’ve recently gotten a haircut.

How to Use Sea Salt for Men

  • Dampen Your Hair: You should wash your hair first before applying sea salt spray. Then let it air dry. You want to apply the spray when your hair is damp but not soaking.
  • Shake the Spray Bottle: Before you apply the spray, shake the bottle vigorously. You want to make sure you get sufficient salt in your spritzes.
  • Start Spraying: From there, you want to spray across the top of your head. Focus on one section at a time, working from the roots and moving your way outward.
  • If it’s your first time using the spray, you may want to start with a little at first. That way you know how much you really need before applying a ton.

  • Style: Once it’s applied, you can style it however you see fit. You can twist, scrunch, or do whatever else will make you feel confident.
  • Apply a Texturizing Spray: For some extra oomph, you may want to consider a texturizing spray. This helps keep your locks in prime condition so that it stays the way you want it to all day long.
  • Let Your Hair Air Dry: Your hair may still feel wet, but you want to avoid the urge to dry it with a towel. This can lead to frizz and tangles that are hard to get out.
  • As an added bonus tip, you should use a leave-in conditioner prior to applying the spray. This will allow you to avoid a crispy, crunchy texture. Not including leave-in conditioner also leaves you more susceptible to dandruff.

    Start Using Sea Salt Spray Today!

    There are plenty of excellent sea salt sprays out there. The biggest difference comes down to any extra ingredients, so make sure to read the label before purchasing anything.

    References:

    March, Bridget. “How the heck to use salt spray successfully.” Cosmopolitan, 2 Jul. 2017. https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/beauty-hair/hair/tips/a36942/how-to-use-salt-spray/

    Sharkey, Lauren. “Sea Salt Sprays for Every Budget.” Healthline, 16 Apr. 2020. https://www.healthline.com/health/sea-salt-spray-for-hair

    Can you use leave

    To avoid a crispy, crunchy texture (especially if your hair tends to be dry), try combining your favorite leave-in conditioner, detangler, or hair serum with your sea salt spray. This will give you the messy beach waves you're looking for without stripping away too much moisture and shine.

    Do you use sea salt spray before or after product?

    Salt spray will be mainly used as a pre styler and most salt sprays will be suggested to be applied to damp hair before blow drying through.

    When should I apply sea salt spray to my hair?

    You can use sea salt spray when you're styling dry hair! Simply spritz it through dry hair and scrunch into locks for a messed up texture that you can achieve even when you're not catching a wave! Or, spritz sea salt spray on damp hair to texturize your hair and give it a subtle, voluminuous look.

    What happens if you put sea salt spray in your hair everyday?

    If your hair is excessively oily, using a sea salt spray daily likely won't cause any issues. If your hair is more on the dry side of the spectrum, we'd recommend keeping the bottle on the shelf a few days a week to allow more of your natural oil to build up between uses.