I’ve been
adding various lotions and potions to my hair for years, from gels, waxes,
pomades and pastes. A casual glance through the postings here and you’ll see
lots of varying products from a wide variety of brands. One thing that I had
never used was a spray to add texture. All of this came to an end, and now in
addition to the hair styling products I’m a firm convert to the use of salt
spray, not just any old salt spray, but Jamie Stevens Salt Spray from the MR
range.
I did
receive a bottle of the salt spray from Jamie when he cut my hair a few weeks
ago, but alas this fell foul of airport security after I stupidly thought that
it was only 100ml (it wasn’t, it was and does come in a 150ml bottle). Whilst I
spent most of the flight to Glasgow slow clapping myself the first thing I did
on my return was purchase a further two bottles from Boots (even better it was
on a 2-for-1 deal) for just £10.
So, what claims are made about the product over at the
MR website?
‘A unique spray that will enhance the volume of your
hair while imparting texture to your style. The salt adds body to the hair
while the softening Pea Peptide ingredient adds volume while preventing
stiffness.
- Contains System-PPX™ active thickening complex
- Natural matt finish
- Against animal testing’
First things first, I love the smell of the salt
spray, it’s actually becoming borderline obsessive. It has a fresh and clean
fragrance very similar to that of the shampoo and conditioner from the range.
Personally I still find myself getting whiffs of the spray as I wander around
and it’s really quite comforting! Sad I know, but I really do miss it on the
days where I have to rush out of the house and don’t have time to apply it.
After washing my hair, naturally using the shampoo and
conditioner from the range I pat my hair so that it retains a little bit of
moisture and then usually use around four to five sprays of the product to
cover all of my hair. I mess my hair up to spread it through and then brush it
into style while letting it dry naturally and also deciding which hair styling
product to use.
After my hair has dried I find that it does add
texture – my hair feels slightly more course rather than thin and rather limp.
Imagine being at the beach, swimming in the sea for a few days but not washing
your hair. The salt builds up in the hair and gives it that little extra body.
Well, that’s exactly what this does for my hair.
Styling is no easier or harder after applying but I do
find that the style stays put for longer and the additional weight in my hair
means that even in adverse weather conditions my hair isn’t blown around as
much as normal.
This normally costs £10 for a 150ml bottle and I
really wouldn’t be without it now as an additional tool to help me style and
create hairstyles that make me smile when I look in the mirror. If you want
additional texture that adds a touch of volume to your hair then you should not
be without this.
I've never heard of this brand before, it does sound like a very good product though
ReplyDeleteI like the current Boots promotion and it really sounds like what my hair needs right now :))
ReplyDeleteLu | www.balgarka.co.uk
I like the sound of this - might get get some for the other half.
ReplyDeleteNot heard of this product before - but got a few friends who would be interested x
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love sea salt sprays and use them quite often on my hair x
ReplyDeletesounds really interesting :)
ReplyDeleteNot heard of this brand before but sounds like a great product!
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of this brand before either, but it does sound like a very good product.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit I've not heard of this brand before, but I do love salt spray products, who knew they did they for men as well! x
ReplyDeleteI have thick hair so I couldn't do it, but my sister has limp and lifeless hair. I feel this would be fabulous for her.
ReplyDeleteI don't tend to use any product in my hair, but this does sound interesting!
ReplyDeleteah this sounds great! i prefer adding texture to my hair as it makes it less limp
ReplyDeleteI love saying told you so.... but at least you can re-purchase from Boots and it does make a huge difference to your hair x
ReplyDeleteMy husband's hair is thinning - wonder if this will help give more volume?
ReplyDeleteHi Kara, it would probably help, but there are other products in the range like the disguise spray that make it appear that you have much more hair than you actually do. It might be worth taking a look at it along with the shampoo and conditioner. I've been using the shampoo and conditioner as well and my hair does feel thicker. The disguise spray is great as it covers up the runways where my hair has started to recede slightly.
DeleteI've never tried a sea salt spray before. It sounds like it could be a bit drying. Did you find it so?
ReplyDeleteHi Tori, I didn't think my hair was drier, but I do add product to help with styling - I'll give it a try in the morning and let you know what it's like.
DeleteSounds fantastic i love the idea of a good sea salt spray it gives you some good texture
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I hadn't heard of this brand before but it sounds great, I'm happy to hear that it does the job!
ReplyDeleteI have been wanting to try a salt spray for a while, my hair is quite dry and thick do you think it would be ok?
ReplyDeleteHi Ana, yes, it should be fine with just a few sprays. I have really fine hair but an awful lot of it so it feels thick. Using the spray adds texture but not too much volume so it won't make it feel overly thicker if used sparingly.
DeleteI should show this to my hubby as he would love this. I never heard of this brand before.
ReplyDeletewww.annanuttall.com
I love salt sprays! They can make a bad hair day to good! :)
ReplyDeleteI really want to try a sea salt spray, they look fab!
ReplyDeleteWow, never heard of it. Sounds good if you need it though.
ReplyDeleteI need to add texture to my hair and this sounds right up my street!
ReplyDeleteThese seem to be all the rage at the moment.
ReplyDeleteDon't you just hate airport security sometimes lol this sounds like a nice brand. Will need to get it for my brother
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of salt spray before. Sound great if you want that wavy beach look.
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of this brand - my teen son is now using all manner of hair products, I will tell him about this, thank you. Kaz x
ReplyDeleteI personally adore salt sprays, I always think my hair looks lush on holiday so love to try and replicate this at home! xxx
ReplyDeleteI really like salt sprays, it is the only way I manage to get a wave in my hair (Stupidly straight hair that does not curl)
ReplyDeleteI will have to give this one a go, especially as my hair is so fine too
I have never heard of it before, but it does sound good. I'll recommend it to hubby
ReplyDeleteLaura
Öku Möku
I'll have to get the hubby some of this, he is always going on about his hair thinning ;)
ReplyDeleteI've never tried a salt spray but it sound like the perfect way to add a bit of volume! How annoying that airport security took it off you, though.
ReplyDeleteJess xo | The Indigo Hours
salt spray is always great. I'm a big fan!
ReplyDeleteI wonder how different this would be from a normal sea salt spray (that would typically be used by women)!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds good though, love the review. :)