Master the Art of Homemade Sea Salt Spray for Hair

Sea salt spray is a type of hair styling product that is used to give hair a textured, beachy look. It is typically made by mixing sea salt with water and other ingredients, such as Aloe Vera, Vitamin E, (1) and Essential oils.

How to Make Sea Salt Spray for Hair

Here is a recipe for homemade sea salt spray for hair,

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tsp. sea salt
• 1 tsp. leave-in conditioner or coconut oil
• 2-3 drops essential oil (optional)

How to Prepare:

1. In a small bowl, combine the warm water, and sea salt and leave in conditioner or coconut oil. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
2. If using, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, such as lavender (2) or peppermint.
3. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle.
4. To use, shake the bottle well and mist the sea salt spray DIY onto damp or dry hair. Scrunch your hair with your fingers to help distribute the product.
5. Air dries your hair or uses a diffuser to style as desired.

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Sea salt spray benefits

Some of the benefits of sea salt spray on your hair include,

1. Provides texture:  

Sea salt spray can add volume and texture to your hair, helping to create a natural, tousled look

2. Enhances waves:  

If you have naturally wavy hair, sea salt spray can help to enhance and define your waves

3. Boosts body:

Sea salt spray can give your hair more body and volume, (3) making it looks fuller and healthier.

4. Non-toxic:

Many sea salt sprays are made with natural ingredients, making them a safer alternative to some of the chemical-based hair styling products on the market.

How to use sea salt spray?

Sea salt spray is easy to apply and can be used on damp or dry hair. Simply spray it onto your hair, scrunch it up, and let it dry for a natural, beach look.

Final Note

Sea salt spray can be drying to the hair, so it's important to follow up with a nourishing conditioner or hair oil to keep your hair hydrated. You may also want to adjust the amount of sea salt in the recipe to suit your hair type and needs.

If you have very fine or damaged hair, you may want to start with a smaller amount of salt and work your way up as needed.

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