Hairspray: Movement Isn't Just Part of a Symphony
*Not all hairspray is created equal. There are scrunching hairsprays and there are holding hair sprays, anti-humidity sprays and voluminizing hair sprays. Make sure you"re getting the right spray for your hair, and don"t get something to create curl when you want to create a flexible hold, or an ultra-fine mist when you want extra hold.*Realize that sometimes your hair doesn"t want to be hair, it wants to be a dragon. When that happens, don"t force it - go for a different style and try again tomorrow. Forcing your hair into submission by schelacking isn"t really a good answer to anything. Just wear a hat.
*Hold the hair spray bottle 8-12 inches away from your hair. Spraying right next to your head makes your hair crunchy and awkwardly shiny.
*If you want volume, spray your hair from the underside and brush up. Let it dry a little and brush the top gently to avoid killing all of the bounce you just created.
*Light aeorosols are easier to use when you want a general hold all over and don"t want excessive sticky spots. If you need more hold, go for a heavier aeorosol or a scrunching spray. Knowing what you"re working with, using hairspray in moderation, and being patient when it doesn"t work can all create a good, professional look instead of a football helmet look.