Choosing between sea salt sprays and styling powders can be tricky. Both offer the chance to achieve a range of hairstyles. Which is the better choice depends on taste and hair type. If you’re aiming for volume and texture or a relaxed, matte finish, understanding what each product brings to the table is key.
Let’s break it down so you can find the best fit for your grooming needs.
What is Sea Salt Spray for Hair?
Ever wanted the effortlessly relaxed fresh from the surf look? This is what sea salt spray was designed to achieve - a versatile styling product built to add that all-natural texture to your hair without weighing it down.
It works by using salt-infused formulas to add volume and light hold, perfect for creating a laid-back, tousled look. There’s no shine here, leaving a natural finish with just the right amount of hold. If you have a natural wave to your hair, sea salt spray will enhance it for a relaxed style.
You can use salt spray on dry hair to create a loose, lived in-look or apply it to damp hair as a pre-styling primer for adding some volume and control while blow-drying.
What is Styling Powder for Hair?
Styling powder is like sea salt spray in that it is used to add texture and volume without the weight of heavier hair products.
It works by absorbing excess oil and lifting the roots, providing a matte finish with a flexible hold. Styling powders are great for achieving an easy, volumised look without the stiffness of traditional gels or waxes.
You lightly shake the powder onto your roots and use your fingers or a wide-tooth comb to spread it around evenly. You can create your desired texture and shape in this way, layering it gradually to achieve your look without overloading your hair.
The Similarities Between Sea Salt Spray & Styling Powder
Both products help you achieve some volume and texture without adding shine. As such, they’re products to consider if you’re all about natural looks.
Both products are lightweight and won’t weigh your hair down, keeping your look fresh and effortless throughout the day.
We would always say that both these options are suitable for achieving a laid-back, matte style.
So, how do you choose which to go for?
Sea Salt Spray vs Styling Powder: The Differences
The main difference between sea salt spray and styling powder lies in their application. Aside from this, there are slight differences in finish that connoisseurs will notice.
Sea salt spray offers a slightly grittier texture with a light hold that accentuates a natural wave. This makes it the preferred choice for longer or wavier hair. You can spray it evenly throughout your hair (damp or dry), scrunching with your hands or using a blow dryer to enhance natural waves if damp.
Styling powder provides instant lift at the roots and absorbs excess oil when you apply it to your dry hair. This creates a clean and voluminous look and feel to your hair. This makes it great for shorter or finer hair.
Which Is Better For You?
Let’s hammer this home - which is better for you? Sea salt spray or powder? At Uppercut Deluxe, we’re fans of both products and know each has its strengths. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose.
Go with sea salt spray if:
You have medium to longer hair
You’re looking to enhance natural waves
You want a relaxed, beachy look
You favour a lighter hold and just a touch more volume and texture
Go with styling powder if:
You have shorter or finer hair types
You need a boost of volume or thickness
You want a little more control and hold
You want your hair to have a more obvious matte finish
And if you still can’t decide between hair powder or sea salt spray, you don’t have to! If you’re after maximum texture and volume, try combining both products. Let’s talk about how to do this.
Combining Sea Salt Spray with Styling Powder
Combining sea salt spray with styling powder offers the best of both worlds.
Start by applying sea salt spray to damp hair to create a textured base and let it air dry. Once dry, sprinkle a bit of styling powder at the roots and lightly massage it in to lift and volumise.
By using both products, you get the natural, textured style from our sea salt spray while also gaining from the volume and firmer hold from using styling powder.
Find Which Works Better For You with Uppercut Deluxe
We’ve got you covered at Uppercut Deluxe whether you’re keen to try out sea salt spray or texture powder, or even perhaps a combination of the two.
Check out our full range of sea salt sprays and styling powders to find the perfect fit for your grooming kit.
