6 Best Drugstore
Herbal Essences Wavy Texturizing Hairspray
On the hunt for a texturizing spray at a budget-friendly price? This Herbal Essences texturizing spray will do the trick. “It definitely added some waves and beachy texture to my hair and helped my natural waves curl up again,” says Butler. She also likes the “fresh” citrus scent. “It did make some pieces of my hair a bit crunchy in places where the hair was saturated with product, so I recommend spraying it a couple of inches away from your hair,” she advises.
7 Best with Sea Salt
John Masters Organics Sea Mist
Sea salt sprays are “a type of texturizing or volumizing spray,” explains Butler. “A sea salt spray uses salt to add a little bit of grit to hair. Once it’s applied and the water dries, a tiny bit of salt residue is left on the hair.” In Franzino’s words, it’s the “closest thing you get to waves from a swim in the ocean.” She likes to spray it onto damp hair, then scrunch before air drying. “It brings out hair’s texture and leaves strands smelling amazing,” she adds, also noting that it can make hair feel a bit dry.
8 Best for Shine
R+Co Trophy Shine + Texture Spray
Many texturizing sprays give hair a matte finish. However, this R+Co does the opposite, instead leaving a shiny coat on strands while still maintaining a lived-in look. Bonus: “This product can also be used on un-styled wavy hair to give some definition,” says Cavalcante, so you can feel free to use it on either air-dried or styled hair. Online reviewers loved the hold, shine and texture it gave, but some shared it left their hair feeling a bit sticky.
9 Best for Oily Hair
Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray
A cult classic, Oribe’s texturizing spray is a go-to for both consumers and stylists alike. Although pricey, Cavalcante says “it is worth the money for such a big bottle. As a hairstylist, I need something that will last.” He also shares that he loves the scent. Thanks to crystalline zeolites (they absorb oil), this product can treat greasy or oily scalp and hair as well.
10 Best for Wavy Hair
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray
Franzino, who has naturally wavy hair, is a fan of this Bumble and Bumble texturizer. “This spray makes hair instantly look fuller and gives soft texture without any crunchy, sticky or heavy residue,” she says. Expect a light hold with this product, which can also help extend your hairstyle. It is on the pricier side for a smaller bottle, though.
