{"id":13469,"date":"2025-02-28T00:38:33","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T17:38:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13469"},"modified":"2025-02-28T00:38:33","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T17:38:33","slug":"natural-diy-hair-spray","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=13469","title":{"rendered":"Natural DIY Hair Spray"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Conventional hair spray is one of the worst offenders when it comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/health\/toxic-ingredients\/\">toxins in beauty products<\/a>. It typically has aerosol, PFAS, VOCs and more. More companies are making safe alternatives, but I\u2019ve discovered a way to make my own. This DIY hair spray is simple and really works!<\/p>\n<p>This natural alternative is easy to make, less expensive, and healthier for hair. And it\u2019s always more fun when I get to make my own beauty products. You use just a few ingredients, like alcohol, white sugar, and essential oils to make your own hair spray. While <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/health\/harmful-effects-of-sugar\/\">I don\u2019t recommend<\/a> eating white sugar, it does have it\u2019s uses!<\/p>\n<p>If you use hair spray, try this natural alternative\u2026 your health and the environment will thank you! If you\u2019re looking for something more texturizing and volumizing, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/beauty\/beach-waves-hair-spray\/\">this sea spray <\/a>instead.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t want to make it? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hair-Spray-Bottle-Paraben-Free-Cruelty-Free\/dp\/B00RC2FHPW?th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=wellnessmama-20&amp;linkId=3ce5ade1af1b179bba7e43b453b1c31d&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Here\u2019s an organic hairspray<\/a> with clean ingredients that also works well.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-diy-hair-spray-ingredients\">DIY Hair Spray Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve already covered what we don\u2019t want to see in our hair spray cans, but what about DIY hair spray? Sugar is what gives this hair spray it\u2019s holding power and it helps preserve the liquid a little. Some DIY recipes call for a few teaspoons of sugar, but I find I get the best hold with 2 Tablespoons.<\/p>\n<p>The next ingredient up is alcohol. This decreases the drying time and also helps the hair spray last a little longer. I prefer to use spiced rum for it\u2019s scent, but any 80-proof (or higher) alcohol will work. Just be sure it doesn\u2019t have added sweeteners or flavors. Rubbing alcohol may also work but I haven\u2019t tried it.<\/p>\n<p>And the simplest ingredient is water. Be sure to use filtered or distilled water, as tap water introduces too much bacteria. Some people replace some of the regular water in the recipe with rose water for a lovely scent and added hair benefits.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-adding-essential-oils\">Adding Essential Oils<\/h3>\n<p>Essential oils have some great benefits for the scalp and ultimately healthy hair. Rosemary essential oil and lavender oil are known to help with hair loss. Peppermint feels refreshing and uplifting to the mood. Cedarwood essential oil has a woodsy scent and is also great for hair growth. You can read more about different<a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/beauty\/essential-oils-for-hair\/\"> essential oils for hair<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-494997\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"494997\" data-servings=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-compact-howto\">\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">DIY Hair Spray Recipe<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">This natural homemade hair spray recipe features simple ingredients with a long lasting hold. Customize the hold and scent with your favorite essential oils!<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Active Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Katie Wells<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-494997-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"494997\" data-servings=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">distilled water<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(or filtered water)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">TBSP<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"http:\/\/thrv.me\/Lo8odB\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">white sugar<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(dark ones don\u2019t work)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">TBSP<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">80 proof or higher alcohol <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(like vodka. I prefer spiced rum for the scent)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">10-15<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">drops<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/go\/essential-oils\/\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">essential oils<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(see above for ideas)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-494997-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"494997\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-494997-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Boil water and dissolve the sugar in it.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-494997-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Allow the sugar water to cool to room temperature, then add the alcohol and essential oils.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-494997-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\">\n<p>Store in spray bottle and use like you would use regular hair spray.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">\n<ul>\n<li>Adjust the sugar up or down for more or less stiffness\/hold (more sugar=stronger hold) but don\u2019t add too much or hair will feel sticky.<\/li>\n<li>I\u2019ve had some luck combining this with the salt from my beach waves spray for a texturizing spray. I reduced the sugar by half and added half of the magnesium.<\/li>\n<li>This hair spray recipe does not have a preservative so it will last for a few weeks in the fridge. I\u2019ve found it has a longer shelf life if it\u2019s in an airtight container. Be sure to toss it if it starts to smell or look off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use the Homemade Hairspray Recipe<\/h3>\n<p>Natural hair spray has much cleaner ingredients but it can work a little differently than conventional versions. While I\u2019ve found it does hold my hair well, it usually works best to apply lightly. Spraying too much at once can make hair feel hard or sticky. Try applying a layer, let it dry, then reapply if needed.<\/p>\n<p>If you have curly hair or frizzy hair, then hair spray can help tame the frizz and give curls more definition. A light spray with DIY hair spray can also help hold your hairstyle in place after you\u2019ve used heat tools. Experts are divided on the safety of using hair spray before heat styling tools. While they\u2019re debating about conventional hair sprays, sugar and alcohol <em>are<\/em> both flammable. So it\u2019s likely best to save DIY hair spray for after you\u2019ve used the curling iron.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shelf Life<\/h3>\n<p>Since this product does have a water base and doesn\u2019t have a true preservative, it won\u2019t last forever. I find that it does last for a few weeks when kept in the fridge. If you don\u2019t use hair spray very often, then you can also cut the recipe in half.<\/p>\n<p>Not a hairspray user? Here are some other nourishing hair care recipes. No need to buy expensive (or questionable) hair products!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you make DIY hair products? Which ones are your favorite to make or use? Leave a comment and let us know!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-title=\"Natural DIY Hairspray Recipe\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-202904\" src=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-natural-hairspray-recipe.jpg\" alt=\"Hairspray usually contains a plethora of harmful ingredients, but this simple and inexpensive homemade version is healthier for hair and for the environment.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-natural-hairspray-recipe.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-natural-hairspray-recipe-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/diy-natural-hairspray-recipe-683x1024.jpg 683w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/wellnessmama.com\/beauty\/natural-hairspray-recipe\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Conventional hair spray is one of the worst offenders when it comes to toxins in beauty products. 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