Hair spray
Today, when much attention is paid to appearance, beauty tools are extremely popular. They are used to create a luxurious image, of which the hairstyle is an integral part. To help her fix hair spray, which on the current market there is a huge range.
Features and specifications
The main feature of varnishes is their ability to provide fixation. The degree of fixation is due to the different quality characteristics of the product.
In all the variety of products for hair there is its own specifics based on the features of the hair and its types. Lucky are classified according to the degree of fixation. There are funds from weak to strong and superstrong fixation.
To create a laying in the most natural form the most appropriate option would be to use "light" varnishes. If the fixation is weak, the hairstyle looks the most natural. When using this type of tool there is an opportunity to correct the hair during the day, combing the hair or trimming the loose strands. Strong (or even superstrong) are suitable for maintaining hair in all weather conditions.
Another feature is the fact that modern means usually contain sparing elements, thanks to which hair does not become sticky, does not lose volume. They do not form a greasy film. Funds are easily and quickly removed. Such agents are not contraindicated for allergies, since in most cases they do not cause adverse reactions on the scalp.
Why do you need?
The spectacular image is often made up of many parts, one of which is a good hairstyle. In its creation, hair lacquers, which fix the styling and prevent its disintegration under various weather conditions and circumstances, provide active assistance. That is why it is very difficult to do without such hair care products.
So, the main task of hairspray is to keep hair in its original form. If you focus on the descriptions offered by manufacturers, it can be noted that modern hair care products perform not only fixing functions, but also health ones. A good tool can strengthen the hair structure, add volume and shine to curls, as well as protect them from the aggressive influence of the external environment.
Kinds
It is good that the modern market is replete with cosmetic products of various kinds, because today you can find exactly what suits your individual needs and characteristics. However, it is not very easy to choose a suitable varnish, because the assortment is wide, because of this, eyes literally run up.
First you should get acquainted with existing types of products and study them in detail in order to understand which of them satisfy personal requirements and which ones do not.
Funds are divided into professional and non-professional. The first ones were created taking into account the increased requirements of hairdressers who prefer to use the most natural varnishes: odorless, non-bonding. They also serve to increase hair volume. It is important to know that stylists always choose the type of hair when choosing cosmetics of this type. They understand that for thin and loose hair it is necessary to use the lightest spray that can not harm them, but only fix the hair for some time.
If girls have tough and “stubborn” hair, then a lacquer with an ultra-strong degree of fixing of the hairstyle is used for them - “steel grip”. It is also suitable for long hair - in cases where they have a rather complicated hairstyle that should be kept for a long period and even under severe weather conditions.
Since the purpose of lacquers is not limited to strengthening the hair, but also implies healing functions, it will be useful to use many products for dyed hair, which can be restored with the help of the product.
There are also modeling lacquers that help girls achieve a different effect on their hair. Often, curly women want to make hair straight and smooth, so they turn to straightening lacquers. Other representatives of the fair sex are trying to create a lamination effect due to the lacquer, which is now at the peak of popularity, as it makes hair strong, elastic and provides them with a healthy shine.
Thanks to lacquers, it is sometimes possible to decorate hair: there are tinting agents (including those with a gray hair effect), with glitters that often contain children's varnishes. This decorative effect is absolutely safe, the product is easily washed off. Such products will be a good addition to the festive image, decorating it and making it elegant and festive. However, abusing such means is not worth
This makeup is not only in the form of a spray, it exists in other consistencies. Gel polishes and mousses are often used by hairdressers to fix styling on short haircuts. Waxes are popular among owners of curls, bulky and unruly hair, such products will help to give them the desired look or create the effect of wet hair.
Hair styling powder is the last word of hairdressing, they are distinguished by an innovative formula and were created with a revolutionary approach. Means are suitable only for those who generally have a long hair, but greasy only at the roots. Powder will fix this by preventing the rapid appearance of fat on the hairline.
Composition
The basis of products of this type are polymers, also contained in paints and adhesives, but in the composition of lacquers they are lighter and softer. They are responsible for the durability of future hairstyles, because in their action they resemble a light (or not so much, depending on the specific means) film that fixes the strands.
The next component is the alcohol, which is a solvent. It should be noted that this element is not present in all means, there are professional products without alcohol.
The propylenes are in lacquers in order to spray the liquid, as well as to ensure an even distribution throughout the hair. Plasticizers have the same function, which are also responsible for the mobility of laid hair. It is important to know: the higher the level of fixation, the less plasticizers in the composition, but more polymers.
GOST dictates that there should be as many natural substances as possible in the composition, therefore, the majority of manufacturers seek, whenever possible, to abandon gas. Manufacturers also add restorative components to lacquers, vitamins that have a healthy effect on hair, help to maintain the excellent condition of the hair and take care of the structure. These include glycerin and panthenol, which create the effect of moisturizing the hair. Sometimes the extracts of medicinal plants (for example, aloe) act as components.
The composition of many products today even include extracts of various herbs and UV filters. The latter should certainly be applied during the summer, because they can protect the hair from the scorching sun and ultraviolet radiation.
Shelf life
Like any cosmetic products, varnishes also have a shelf life of an average of about three years.However, for different manufacturers, the duration of operation may vary considerably, so you need to pay close attention to the packaging, which shows such nuances.
Firms
In today's market there are a number of manufacturers who offer a wide range of their products. German companies produce the highest quality hair care products - for example, NIVEA, Schwarzkopf Silhouette. In Russia, one of the leading positions in the beauty sphere is occupied by "Clean line"And"Horsepower". The latter brand is popular not only among average women: many professionals use such tools, creating styling for stars.
Premium hairsprays are designed for stylists: manufacturers take into account their requests and wishes, including the lack of alcohol and odor. Such products take into account all that is important for hairdressers - not only durability, but also care. This is typical for companies. Matrix, Oribe, Bed head ("Tigi" line), Keune.
High-quality products will not form a greasy film on the hair, but will easily fix the curls, making them movable, obedient, but at the same time they will not allow the hairstyle to spoil. Often, the composition of high-end products includes marine collagen, which helps to moisturize the hair and maintain their natural water balance.
Some brands belong to the so-called class of cosmetic mass-market, but they produce very high-quality products. Among such companies Avon, Faberlic, Bielita-Vitex.
There are brands that are not very well known in Russia - for example, Nelly, Nova, Jet, Ollin Professional Style, «Entourage". Although they are not yet leading in beauty ratings, yet the products of these brands have found a buyer and occupied a certain niche in the market. They offer economical consumption and high-quality spraying thanks to fine particles, ensuring the creation of impeccable styling.
Recently, lacquer is in high demand. Ducastelwhich differs in very democratic price, but at the same time does not lose to analogs in quality. Thanks to a special formula, it moisturizes the hair over the entire length, does not make them heavier and does not stick together.
Concept Art Style - new hair care products with an innovative concept that allowed creating a dry spray lacquer for superstrong fixation. Due to the natural formula, it does not fall on the hair with a film, but is distributed in an even layer, forming a natural fixation. Another interesting brand is Finsesse - The funds from this manufacturer have silk proteins. Moreover, such a lacquer will help keep the hair from the very morning until late at night - thanks to the ultra-resistant fixation, which is perfect for owners of tough and unruly hair.
How to make at home?
Recently there has been a fashion to make cosmetics at home, because many women have ceased to trust manufacturers who use many chemicals in cosmetics. This can be dangerous for both hair and skin. That is why it is worth trying to make a lacquer at home from those products that absolutely any hostess can find:
- Water and lemon. Take fresh lemon and squeeze the juice out of it into the pan, then add 500 ml of pure (preferably bottled) water. The rest of the lemon must be boiled in the mixture over low heat. This should be done until the moment when the skin becomes soft. After that, allow the solution to infuse, and then pass it through a cloth or gauze. The resulting liquid can be used as a varnish, which is applied using a spray bottle.
Tip: If you want to get a delicate and light fragrance, you can add up to five drops of any flavored oil.
- Varnish of lemon and vodka. Vodka is used instead of water (to maximize the life of the varnish).First you need to take from two to four lemons, cut them into small slices, put in a saucepan, add water and cook on low heat for about half an hour. The next step is to filter the liquid through gauze. Add one tablespoon of vodka and mix. The finished tool can now be used, pre-fill it in the sprayer.
How to choose?
It is not very difficult to guess that there are a lot of means on the beauty market today, which makes the selection process difficult. The main criterion on which to rely in the selection of cosmetics for hair care - the amount of alcohol in the composition. The less of it, the better, since it will not harm the curls, making them dry and brittle. The effect of alcohol differs cumulative effect. If varnish is used infrequently, it is unlikely that this substance can have a serious effect, but with everyday use it will lead to thinning of curls, allergies, splitting ends and even hair loss.
Then you should look at the content of medicinal ingredients in the composition (glycerin, betaine). They maintain the balance of moisture in each hair and help protect the hair from the negative influence of the environment, this is especially true for residents of megalopolises.
When choosing cosmetics of this type, pay attention to your hair type and select the product in accordance with it. Those tools that are suitable for brittle and dry hair will not be very appropriate for hard and bulky hair. For the latter, it is worth buying products with strong and superstrong fixation, and for sick and weak hair, lacquers with a low level are suitable, since too strong fixation will weight the hair. So the hairstyle will not live long.
Hint: the quality of varnish is often indicated by its fragrance. You should choose the product that does not have a smell at all (or there is a light, neutral one).
This suggests that the manufacturer did not use perfumes in a large volume. They may cause some allergic reactions. The solid content of flavors contributes to the fact that the fragrance of toilet water is not felt (being depressed due to the persistent smell of hairspray).
How to use?
There is only one single rule explaining how to properly use hairspray: this should be done in moderation. Using a varnish every day, it is better to use products with light textures, with the minimum amount of alcohol and with the least degree of fixation. Abuse of such cosmetics can lead to hair diseases, it will make them weak and brittle. No matter how mild the ingredients are, but the manufacturer still uses chemicals that affect hair.
How to apply?
To create a beautiful hairstyle and achieve the best durability, you need to follow these tips:
- If you use a lacquer containing alcohol, apply it only on the ends of the hair, so as not to damage the scalp. Of course, it is far from a fact that this can happen, but it is better to warn oneself against negative consequences.
- Before using the tool you need to check the spray hole. In the event that it is clogged, it is better to fix it, otherwise the varnish will not be sprayed, and pour on the spray in the form of a sticky liquid.
- For an even application of the layer, the best option is to keep the packaging at a distance of about 30 centimeters from the hair. Moreover, when filling hair with lacquer, it is better to constantly move the balloon to avoid wet and greasy effect on the hair. After application, wait a couple of minutes for the product to dry.
- To avoid the appearance of white marks on the roots when combing, do not pour a lot of lacquer on one spot, and after applying it, either lightly brush or rub your hands over your hair, slightly beating them.
- Owners of oily hair is contraindicated in the use of hairspray, which gives shine and contains luminous particles.
- Advice for those who have bangs.Since it gets dirty faster than the rest of the curls, try using a small amount of lacquer after washing your hair. This will save the bangs from rapid contamination and the appearance of fat.
Master class on laying
To create an amazing hairstyle will not have to put a lot of effort. It is only important to choose the style of laying, perform it with the help of certain manipulations, after which you need to fix the hair with varnish so that it will not collapse. The video below presents one example of a perm.
How much is holding up?
Professional varnishes provide a very long fixation period, which ranges from 10 hours to a day. Applying the usual lacquer, it is necessary to adjust the hairstyle after 3-4 hours, since such agents are not designed for greater effect - although this, of course, depends on the degree of durability.
How to clean?
Remove hairspray easy enough. Before shampooing, you must carefully comb your hair, removing the bulk of the product, and wash off its remnants by actively massaging your scalp.
Reviews
Usually reviews of hair care products are positive, but to determine the best is rather problematic, because every girl is unique. The body can react differently to certain products. In this matter, it is impossible not to turn to the opinion of hairdressers, who ranked the most effective and safe varnishes.
Three brands are leading: Schwarzkopf, Wellaflex and Syoss. However, this does not mean that other brands produce counterparts of poor quality. You just need to keep in mind: cosmetics is chosen empirically. The fact that for someone it seems like a good makeup, is absolutely not suitable for another.