Best hair styling mousses & foams according to redditors
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best hair styling mousses & foams. We ranked the 43 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 61 Reddit comments discussing the best hair styling mousses & foams. We ranked the 43 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
I would worry about damaging it by coloring. Plus, I think your color is great.
If I were you, I’d think about ways to thicken it. This stuff works fantastically for my hair. I spray it in and let it air dry:
https://www.amazon.com/Garnier-Fructis-Thickening-Lotion-Packaging/dp/B00T6FNWLY
You can buy it at most grocery or drug stores for cheap.
You should also go over to r/curlyhair. You’ll find soooo many great tips.
Caveat I've never tried the look myself so I can't guarantee this will work.
That being said, I've personally found, and read online that with asian hair, since it's so strong and straight, blow drying it is mandatory for pretty much any sort of style. Now, with respect to this hair style, it looks like you'll need the top of your hair to be at least 10 cm long. Any shorter and, with asian hair, you'll just end up with the spiky dragon ball Z look.
So for styling:
And that's it. Like I said, I'm not sure if this will work for sure as I've never done a completely slicked back hairstyle. But overall I know for sure, with Asian hair, the key is to blow dry it. A blowdryer is your best tool, above any product, when dealing with Asian hair.
Yes there are mouses (foam that you place in your hand and run it through your hair) that specialize in ‘volume’ when you shop around.
Kenra Extra Volume Mousse #17, 8-Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00147QL8S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_O0XqDbY0PQE8V
You've got some pretty nice hair there, man! I love the texture and thickness, and I can't tell if that shine you've got going on is natural or from a product, but either way, I think it's pretty slick. You have the high forehead and kind of angular face to pull off the long hair. If I were you, I'd keep growing it, so I could make a tight pony tail with all of my hair when it's convenient and keep it all swept back pretty easily without an elastic band. If you want to aim for a smoother, more voluminous look, consider trying out some volumizing pre-styling mousse and blow-dry it straight up for a few minutes to give the roots a boost and make your 'do fuller overall. If you haven't already, you should definitely check out /r/fierceflow. It's a great subreddit with a lot of solid pointers and guides for guys with long hair like you. Good luck with your future follicle ventures, dude!
Have always wanted to share! :) Long-time lurker here.
Recently got a Deva cut with a stylist in Richmond, VA, USA. Not sure if I would be breaking the rules stating the salon and stylist but she was wonderful and you can PM if interested. I'm one to follow a pretty frugal hair budget. I'm sorry if my routine is boring! Even at 23, my hair has never been something I've embraced but rather maintained. As a child and teen I had my fair share of bad haircuts and for a while I decided to just grow it long! I can't say I use masques and multiple serums but I'm learning and loving the feeling of really embracing what I have! Also, before pic is 3 days no wash so not how it looks at its best for me but I think it shows that I can have some all-over-the-place curl patterns if not tamed.
Shampoo: Trader Joe's Nourish Spa Shampoo (see frugal hair budget)
Conditioner: Trader Joe's Nourish Spa Conditioner
Very generous with the conditioner... work my fingers through while wet. Washing (shampoo and conditioner) two to three times a week - probably not great for my hair but I'm a sucker for clean feeling hair and suds.
Immediately after getting out of shower while hair is wet and work in products with fingers:
It looks amazing! Really beautiful waves, but I think with a bit of time, they will get a nice curl.
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The as I am cowash is perfect to use on its own, it doesn't need any shampoo or low poo. Its a cleansing conditioner, so just need the one product. I love it so much, made my hair so clean and soft, but its too much moisture for my hair to use regularly.
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If you are willing to spend some money to buy some products, there are some really great gels available online. Aussie Instant Freeze gel is such a winner. I don't think I've ever seen a curly not love it. Its only available in the US, but amazon deliver to the UK. Aussie Instant Freeze Gel comes in a pack of 3 too!
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Hmm, I never knew.
I am a recent Cantu convert. They have a mousse that might work. And the mousse says to use a spray.
Cantu Natural Hair Wave Whip Curling Mousse,8.4 oz
Cantu Shea Butter Coconut Oil Shine and Hold Mist, 8 Fluid Ounce
Ok so I use Shea Moisture curl and shine masque
on my towel dry hair fresh out of the shower. About a quarter sized dollop. Then I'll put some sort of gel again a quarter sized dollop or less. Get the curls where you want them and dont touch your wet hair. Let it air dry or use a gentle hair dryer. I prefer air dry if I can. Once your hair is pretty much dry use your hands to "crunch" the gel. Dont run your fingers through it, just grab handfuls and squeeze.
I hope this all makes sense as I am astoundingly hungover at the moment. I was out last night when I replied to your post. But I came home and opened my drawers to tell you what I use because I want you to like your hair more. Give it an honest try (saturday/sunday might be the time to expirement) and let me know how it goes. Good luck OP.
I've tried the Sebastian texturizer, but I like the volupt spray better. That Batiste powder is a root booster, I'd say. You just put a bit of it into your roots and plump your hair up with your fingers. This is the same type of product that also does a good job.
Ok, ready yourself for product review bombardment! Also, I thought a fun Christmas idea this year would be to give stockings to my close girlfriends with my favorite new products I've tried out this year.
Tend Skin Aftershave - I actually just recommended this product on the post asking about razor bumps. I will never go without this product again in my life. MY GOD it burns! And it smells like pure rubbing alcohol, but it delivers as promised. I've been using in conjuctions with...
Cerave Renewing SA Cream - I use this all over my body because I get crazy razor bumps AND I have keratosis pilaris (chicken skin) on top of a thyroid problem (so I get dry as the desert skin).
Aquaphor - I realize for some people this is an obvious, but I've always had chapped lips, nonstop, and this seems to be keeping them moisturized better than anything I've tried. It's also helping with my psoriasis on my elbow, when I remember to apply.
Stila Stay All Day Lipstick - I don't know who this stays all day on. I can't even make it to lunch without being lipstick-less. Do I need to set it with something?? I've tried applying different amounts to see if that changes the outcome but nope. Sadness.
Estee Lauder Double Wear Foundation - This one I'm kind of on the fence about. I don't hate it. It hasn't broken me out. It's not oxidizing. I still have a nice enough complexion when I take it off at night. But there's just something...thick? pore-y? about it. When I look at myself close up, I see 'bad skin' instead of flawless finish that I want to see...And I don't even feel like I really have bad skin, so much as I just have dry skin.
Shea Moisture Intensive Hydration Shampoo/Conditioner - sigh. I wanted to like this. I needed it to be my holy grail shampoo/conditioner. Sadly it's not anywhere near. My hair somehow managed to feel dry and greasy at the same time after using. Only my hair could accomplish that!
Aussie Moist Conditioner - Frankly I don't know if this does anything good for my hair, but it gives it good slip and it smells AMAZING.
Tresemme Flawless Curls Mousse - I decided to give this a shot for my coarse, dry, wavy hair because I read that alcohol-free mousse helps when you have wavy hair and air dry. SIGH. My hair seems to be...frizzier on top of my head now? I don't know how this happened. The first time I applied, I did just from about my ear/shoulder level down - no good. The next time I did full hair length - no good. Next I waited just a bit so my hair was a little more air dried (not long, maybe 5 minutes longer) - no good. This product is just not for me. Also it leaves a gross residue that doesn't scrunch out.
NEXT UP, I'll be trying out Loreal Air Dry It Spray to see if I can tame the beast!
I also just ordered Joico Ironclad Heat Protectant for when I give up on the poofy beast and straighten it.
I've used Cali White Teeth Whitening Kit for two nights now, technically three, but I paused after the first night to wait for my remineralizing gel to arrive. I will review after enough time has passed to determine if it's working. I chose it because I have crazy sensitive teeth and it doesn't contain peroxide like most teeth whitening systems.
Let me know if you have any questions/want more detail about any of these products!
EDIT: I forgot about my new deodorant! I've been using Donna Karan Cashmere Mist for a few weeks now and love it! I feel so feminine wearing it instead of sharing my husband's deodorant. It works pretty well too cause I'm a sweaty, sweaty girl. It's a very firm texture compared to most solid deodorants, and the scent is sort of baby powder-ish, sort of old-lady, sort of moroccan amber (which is my new fave scent I found thru Nest home stuffs).
> matrix root booster mousse
Is it this one:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Matrix-Style-Volumizing-Mousse-Builder/dp/B00WN7QYZ8/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_194_tr_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Y8GKJB8T1CR3FSDXZC5S
Are you using a conditioner? Shampoo every other day to start with, and use an Argan oil mousse for volume...that'll moisturize while also giving volume as you blow dry. Then use your product. I've had the same convo with my stylist, and I don't think blow drying alone is the problem, so it may not be necessary to eliminate it. Here's the mousse I use:
https://www.amazon.com/Agadir-Argan-Volumizing-Styling-Mousse/dp/B004C4BUGI/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1478908678&sr=8-2&keywords=argan%2Boil%2Bmousse&th=1
The way I'm envisioning the style is something like this, so volume isn't really an important parameter of the cut.
More generally, I would say two things:
> morroccan oil texture clay
PS: Is this product what you're talking about? (https://www.amazon.ca/Moroccanoil-Texture-Clay-2-6-Fl/dp/B01C4YH37M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11E32RBQIBXUN&keywords=moroccan+oil+texture+clay&qid=1569009720&s=gateway&sprefix=moroccon+oil+texture%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1)
Honestly what I just did was their minimal routine which was buying this conditioner and this mousse .
I didn’t buy the mousse on amazon the links are just there for image/name reference. I think it’s cheaper at target or CVS. The conditioner trends at $6-$11 on amazon so sometimes it’s cheaper.
What you want to do is condition every day throw in a bit of moose in your hair. And you should be fine. Use dandruff shampoo every 2 weeks if you have to.
I have hair that I'm letting grow and that are still very early in their "awkward" phase. My hair are thinner than yours but they tend to be equally unruly. I used this https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07GJFY6KR/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 recently for the first time and it seems to make them greatly controllable and be more length and sleek than messy. Recommend to give it a go before cutting
I used the Shea Moisture Conditioner and Pantene Flexible Hair Gel Tomorrow I’m gonna try the Shea moisture “curl milk.” Hopefully it’s not as crunchy as this gel was. But dang those curls were near perfect!
I have gone through a handful of products I no longer use, but my current routine includes shampoo and conditioner w/cold water once every 7-9 days.
I get pretty bad sebum buildup and it makes my scalp very very itchy and flaky, so I go as long as I can between washes. I have bleach and semi permanent dye applied maybe twice per year, and no, I do not use any heat (got rid of my straightener within the month after first photo).
The post wash products and refresher products I use I typically scrunch into my hair (in order):
Miss Jessie’s Multicultural Curls
Shea Moisture Anti-Frizz Mousse
Egg Remedy Hair Oil
On days I don’t wash I dampen my hair with a spray bottle and apply any of the above products as needed.
Thanks, I can't find one by that name, is it this one?
devacurl and shea moisture has frizz free foams! aussie also has mousse for curls!
https://www.devacurl.com/frizz-free-volumizing-foam.html
https://www.amazon.com/SheaMoisture-Coconut-Hibiscus-Frizz-Free-Mousse/dp/B00F9H0IKQ
https://aussiehair.com/en-gb/shop-products/product-type/all-treatments/turn-up-the-curl-mousse
No worries here! It feels awesome to be a beardspiration :). Your haircut looks pretty similar to mine, it's honestly looking great, I'd just grow the top a bit more.
The longest strands on my hair are in the front and are about 5 inches long. The hair in the back is about 4. So it's pretty consistent in length for the most part.
For product, I use a dab of mousse, a small amount of holding gel, and a bit of hairspray. I do make sure to wash and blowdry my hair before applying any product. Takes about 20 mins in the morning along with a shower, but it maintains its shape all day.
To be honest, i'm not sure what the condenser does, I've just been using whatever my female flatmates had, if it had a ionic thing, i'd use it, if not, no big deal. Not entirely sure what the condenser is, but if that's the nozzle, then yes, definitely get a nozzle
I haven't really thought about switching up the temperatures! although it's a good suggestion. I usually just keep it 1-2 temperatures below max. Just enough so it's pleasant and i don't burn my finger
As far as products, I sometimes use this https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004C4BUGI/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . You apply it after towel drying your hair, and i usually flick all my hair backwards, and to the side as that's the style I go with when it's styled up. This is very useful especially if you have issues with your hair staying upright (as i do, since i have very straight, fine hair). That said, a lot of the times i'll skip this, but if i'm going somewhere special or want to look particularly good, i'll use it (mainly because i'm lazy). For styling, the best thing i've found yet is this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B010B0BYVM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 . This of course depends on your hair, but for me other products would be too heavy and drag my hair down. It also has a nice matte finish so if you have a similar hairtype to me, it might be useful
As you get more experience you can experiment with drying with hair product in it as well and see how it works for you. So for example, toweldry hair, blowdry, apply some hair product, blowdry it in place, and then apply some more hair product to solidify the look and further define it. This is quite high maintenance, but again, i've done it once or twice when i wanted to look better for an occasion
Hope that's useful!
I have the exact same problem... Throughout life I've alternated between short (almost military cut) and medium curls (1.5-2.5 inch long). When I have it longer, it tends to frizz like yours does. I've found a couple tips that help... let your hair dry wet. Muss it around so its half way wet and curly, then let it dry like that. Don't touch it or turns to fro. I also use a curl enhancer or definer when using this process, and it makes it not break up into fro-ness early in the day. http://www.amazon.com/Paul-Mitchell-Definer-6-8-Ounces-Bottle/dp/B002RS6L10/ref=sr_1_20?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1347241832&sr=1-20
good luck man... embrace the curls!
I have similar problem as you- lots of fine, blonde hair. I also used to straighten it every day until I discovered a hair diffuser attachment for my blow dryer. That coupled with a few pumps of Paul Mitchell Round Trip Curl Definer and I get cute, wavy hair.
I'm a little late, but I'm going to jump in because I've been using a straightening iron to curl my hair since I got cut and it's working beautifully. My hair usually curled easily but lost it after a couple hours - I've been using the mousse that my hairdresser sold me (Sebastian Mousse Forte, and I paid $18 for it, like the rube I am) and I think that's made the difference. I use a Chi that I bought for $99 and is still going strong 5 years after I bought it. I've also found that it makes a difference to go veeeeery slowly when pulling the iron down the hair. Sometimes it's even like pull, hold, pull, hold. Then keep everything in ringlets until it's cool, and finger-comb them out. I get a great curl that stays ALL day. I'm incredibly happy with my hair now.
Sebastian Mousse Forte
and I go for this kind of hairstyle.
This mousse
i used to have the same issue. i have pretty thin, fine hair. not balding just how my hair has always been. a good mousse is the only solution that has really worked for me. Personally, i use this one, but since i've never used a different one, i can't vouch for its quality
Great Mousse
As a girl with very curly hair, I can tell you argan oil will be your best friend! And try to shampoo as little as possible, like once a week at most. Just use conditioner usually. And curly hair only needs to be showered every other day or it dries out. These are the products I use:
Cleaner and conditioner and mousse