Living in Singapore, we are constantly battling the heat and humidity of our weather and the disastrous things it can do to our hair over time. Styling becomes a tedious chore when you spend so much time on your hair only for it to go limp by noon. That’s exactly why you need to start using hairsprays!

A good hairspray is every hairstyle’s best friend because it will keep all your hard work intact throughout the day. Hairsprays are typically fine mists of chemical compounds that helps create a shield which protects your styled hair. Throughout the years, hairsprays have evolved to target different hair types and specific hair concerns. Here are eight of the best hairsprays to choose from in Singapore. Happy shopping!

1. Marc Anthony Dream Big Volume Volumizing Super Powder

Starting off our list is this amazing hairspray by hair care expert and celebrity hairstylist, Marc Anthony! Begone flat, lifeless hair because this hairspray is here to not only set your hair but also to volumise it. This hairspray lifts from your roots to amplify the texture and fullness of your hair. With just one puff, it targets a virtually invisible mist for instant voluminous hair. It’s super lightweight and long-lasting to give you luscious full hair all day.

Why we love it:

  • Created by a celebrity hair stylist
  • Microfiber Bonding Technology
  • Free from sulfates and parabens

Cons:

  • Only 9g per product

Price: $34.21

Where to buy: Amazon

2. Schwarzkopf Osis Session Hair Spray

If you are a beginner when it comes to hairsprays, an overall great hairspray is the Schwarzkopf Osis Session Hair Spray! Known as a cult favourite, this high-quality hairspray is loved by many for its effectiveness. It will keep your hairstyle in place all day and the effects are almost instantaneous. The hairspray dries quickly with no sticky residue left behind and after a long good hair day, it easily washes away.

Why we love it:

  • Good for beginners
  • Fast drying
  • Protects against humidity

Cons:

  • Not portable

Price: $19.92

Where to buy: Watsons

3. The Cosmetic Republic Multivitamin Hair Spray

Achieve your desired hairstyle while taking care of your hair all in one go! Perfect for those with thin and/or weak hair, The Cosmetic Republic’s Multivitamin Hair Spray is formulated with Horse Chestnut Extract, Vitamins B, E, H, Amino Acids as well as Omega 3 and 6 to infuse nutrients and nourish the hair. You can style your locks as you normally would while also keeping your hair nice and healthy.

Why we love it:

  • Enriched with haircare products
  • Portable packaging
  • Suitable for damaged hair

Cons:

  • Might not keep hair in place all day

Price: $38.00

Where to buy: R’es Beauty

4. Gatsby Set & Keep Spray

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To all the gentlemen out there, don’t feel left out, we want you to have amazing hair as well so this hairspray by Gatsby is specifically for you. Use this and look as if you’ve stepped out of a hair salon all day. This hairspray has been regarded well by many for its intensity and long-lasting power. It gives a shiny and firm finish on your hair without leaving a sticky residue. Overall, the effectiveness of this hair spray is great for everyday use.

Why we love it:

  • Contains vitamin-based moisturiser
  • Leaves hair shiny
  • Citrus fragrance

Cons:

  • Only 180g per product

Price: $9.40

Where to buy: Watsons

5. TRESemmé Extra Hold Hair Spray

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Many reliable names pop up when people talk about hair care products and TRESemmé is one of them. There’s a reason why many hair salons and professionals all around the world uses TRESemmé and that’s because of their high-performing products which includes their hairsprays. It can even reduce frizz by controlling the humidity which is perfect with Singaporean weather. The effectiveness of this hairspray when styling is amazing along with its longevity. 

Why we love it:

  • Controls frizz for 24 hours
  • Contains less alcohol
  • Comes in 100ml or 400ml

Cons:

  • Might leave white build-up on hair

Price: From $8.90

Where to buy: Lazada

6. Lucido-L Designing Air Hair Spray Super Hard

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If you’re sensitive to the harsh chemical smells that come with most hairsprays, then we think this hairspray with its flowery scent will be the one for you. Lucido-L is a famous hair care brand from Japan and all their products don’t just smell good but also work wonders! To add, their hairspray can keep your styled hair firm and smooth all day long. Withstanding heat and humidity is vital but this hairspray has you covered to protect your beautiful hair all day.

Why we love it:

  • Floral scent
  • Contains hair care ingredient Panthenol
  • Pretty packaging

Cons:

  • Has a hard texture
  • Might leave white flakes on your hair after brushing

Price: $9.40

Where to buy: Watsons

7. Living Proof Style Lab Control Hairspray

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If your hair is coloured, you will need a special hairspray and this one by Living Proof is a great one to choose. Free of silicone, parabens and phthalates, this hairspray is ideal for chemically treated hair. This hairspray uses Flexible Web Technology which helps to blend firm and flexible polymers. This then helps the product to set on damp or dry hair for easy styling that will last all day. This hairspray even comes with built-in heat protectant!

Why we love it:

  • Good for coloured hair
  • Flexible Web Technology
  • Contains heat protection

Cons:

  • Its fragrance might be too strong for some people

Price: $87.53

Where to buy: Amazon

8. John Frieda Luxurious Volume Forever Full Hair Spray

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To finish our list, this is a hairspray for the beauty babes with fine and oily hair. This hairspray by John Frieda will lift and volumise your thin hair to create a full and luscious effect. Its lightweight and formulated with their Caffeine Vitality Complex to hold your hair strands together all day. Moreover, a little goes a long way to give you beautiful blow-out-like hair as if you just stepped out of a hair salon. Go show off your gorgeous hair, beautiful!

Why we love it:

  • Gives hair volume and movement
  • Caffeine Vitality Complex
  • Good for fine and oily hair

Cons:

  • Might have a flimsy nozzle
  • Might leave a sticky residue

Price: $17.25

Where to buy: Cold Storage

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