8 Best Texturizing Sprays for Perfectly Tousled Hair, Reviewed by Experts
Try one of these styling sprays to bring life back to your locks.
Reviewed by Chiara ButlerBeauty and Personal Care Lab Reviews Analyst
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Texturizing sprays are one of the most versatile styling products you can keep in your routine, adding grit, volume, and that effortless lived-in look while helping extend the life of a hairstyle. "Texturizing sprays add subtle volume and texture to preserve any given hairstyle," says Rogerio Cavalcante, hairstylist and founder of The Second Floor Salon in New York City.
Our top picks:
- Best Overall: Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Finishing Spray
- Best Value: Kristen Ess Dry Finish Working Texture Spray
- Best for Fine Hair: Roz Air Thickening Spray
- Best for Straight Hair: Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray
To find the best texturizing sprays, we tapped professional hairstylists, Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab scientists, and our beauty editors for their recommendations. Our top pick, Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Finishing Spray, stood out for its ability to refresh hair while adding texture, volume, and a pleasant scent.
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Pros
- Adds volume and texture
- Helps refresh hair
- Widely loved sweet fragrance
Cons
- Scent is on the stronger side
Beloved for years by three different Good Housekeeping beauty staffers, Drybar's finishing spray is a certified classic. The multi-styling spray adds volume and texture and refreshes second-day (and beyond!) hair. GH Beauty Lab Senior Chemist Danusia Wnek raves that the "lightweight" spray gives hair "some lift and texture without any residue."
She "loves" using it while styling or in the middle of the day to give hair a bit of a refresh. GH Beauty Director April Franzino also enjoys its sweet scent, though it may be on the stronger side for sensitive noses.
| Size | 4.2 oz |
| Scent | Coconut, amber, vanilla |
Pros
- Adds volume and lift
- Spray is targeted
- Long lasting
Cons
- Floral scent may not appeal to everyone
A go-to pick for Wizemann, this spray delivers volume without making hair look overly styled. “I love it for its staying power and just enough gritty residue to add texture, and therefore volume and lift, without being as obvious as most root lifters,” she says. She also likes that the targeted aerosol spray can be applied close to the roots for lift exactly where it's needed.
The result is fuller-looking hair with a soft, natural finish that doesn't feel stiff or crunchy. Reviewers found the woody-floral scent polarizing, though Wizemann notes that it dissipates quickly.
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| Size | 6.9 oz |
| Scent | Ambrette seed, magnolia, pear water, night violet, orris butter, new caledonia sandalwood, white amber |
Pros
- Can make hair look fuller
- Nice citrus scent
Cons
- Some didn't see a big difference in their hair
If you have fine hair, using a thickening spray can help add some oomph to your style. "This pre-styling texture spray should be used before getting a blowout or curling hair to add volume and improve texture," says Cavalcante. He appreciates the citrus scent and notes that "it leaves hair looking full and not stiff at all." Unfortunately, some online reviewers with different hair types reported not seeing a significant difference in their hair after using this spray.
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| Size | 5 oz |
| Scent | Vetiver, citron |
Pros
- Weightless yet effective
- Gives volume to flat hair
Cons
- Nozzle could be improved
A common issue with straight hair is that it can fall flat throughout the day. The solution? Living Proof's texturizing spray. "I keep this spray at my desk to give my hair a quick volume boost when it falls flat," shares Franzino. "The formula is totally weightless yet adds tons of body." Good to know: Online reviewers are hoping for a bottle design improvement because the nozzle can be finicky and hard to press.
| Size | 7.5 oz |
| Scent | Light, fresh |
Pros
- Gives instant volume
- Refreshes hair with a sophisticated scent
Cons
- Can be chalky or too heavy on thin hair
Fekkai's volumizing texturizer is a great pick for those with thick hair. Franzino noticed an instant volume boost when using it. "It smells amazing, like a sophisticated perfume, so it's great for refreshing your second (or third) day hair," says Franzino. Online reviewers with fine or thin hair noted that a little goes a long way, saying it can weigh down their strands (Franzino also thought it left a hint of chalkiness).
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| Size | 5.5 oz |
| Scent | Citrus, warm, woody |
Pros
- Adds shine to hair
- Can be used on styled or unstyled hair
Cons
- Might leave hair feeling sticky
Many texturizing sprays give hair a matte finish. However, this R+Co does the opposite, instead leaving a shiny coat on strands while still maintaining a lived-in look. Bonus: "This product can also be used on un-styled wavy hair to give some definition," says Cavalcante, so you can feel free to use it on either air-dried or styled hair. Online reviewers loved the hold, shine, and texture it provided, but some noted it left their hair feeling a bit sticky.
| Size | 6 oz |
| Scent | Bergamot, wild fig, cyclamen, lotus flower, cedarwood, tonka bean |
Pros
- Helps absorb oil on the hair and scalp
- Long-lasting bottle
Cons
- Expensive compared to most texturizing sprays
A cult classic, Oribe's texturizing spray is a go-to for both consumers and stylists alike. Although pricey, Cavalcante says, "it is worth the money for such a big bottle. As a hairstylist, I need something that will last." He also shares that he loves the scent. Oil-absorbing minerals help soak up excess grease, making hair look fresher between washes.
| Size | 8.5 oz |
| Scent | Bergamot, white butterfly jasmine, sandalwood |
Pros
- Doesn't leave residue on hair
- Makes hair look fuller instantly
Cons
- Pricey for a smaller bottle
Franzino, who has naturally wavy hair, is a fan of this Bumble and Bumble texturizer. "This spray makes hair instantly look fuller and gives soft texture without any crunchy, sticky, or heavy residue," she says. Expect a light hold with this product, which can also help extend your hairstyle. It is on the pricier side for a smaller bottle, though.
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| Size | 3.6 oz |
| Scent | Lemon, bergamot, crisp apple, water lily, cedarwood, white musk |
How we choose the best texturizing sprays
Over the years, scientists in the Good Housekeeping Beauty & Personal Care Lab have evaluated styling products, including hair texture sprays, through hands-on assessments and Good Housekeeping Beauty Awards testing. For this roundup, we prioritized products that performed well in previous evaluations and that editors have used firsthand, considering factors such as texture, volume, hold, residue, and overall feel on the hair. We also consulted Rogerio Cavalcante, hairstylist and founder of The Second Floor Salon in New York City, for guidance on choosing the right texturizing spray for different hair types and textures.
What to look for when shopping for texturizing sprays
Between texturizing sprays, texturizing mousses, volumizing sprays, and more, it can be overwhelming to determine which one really suits your needs. Here are some shortcuts to keep in mind:
✔️ Formula type: There are actually two types of texturizing sprays. The first is a "pre-styling spray that you apply to wet hair, and the other is a finishing spray that you apply after styling," says Cavalcante. Choose based on your personal preference.
✔️ Ingredients: If you're zhuzh-ing up second-day hair and want to absorb oil, consider a texturizing spray with oil-absorbing powders like zeolite, recommends GH Beauty Lab Reviews Analyst Chiara Butler. While you're at it, Cavalcante also advises looking for products with beneficial ingredients for your hair, like proteins and vitamins.
What is the difference between texturizing spray and volumizing spray?
Texturizing sprays are designed to add subtle volume and light hold to the hair. They "offer more hold than a volumizing spray," says Cavalcante. Volumizing spray focuses instead on adding volume, he adds, noting that it is good for people with fine or ultra-fine hair. "If you want to add lift to just-washed hair, consider a volumizing mousse or spray," says Butler. Cavalcante's pro tip: "When using volumizing spray, apply it to the roots and use a hairdryer to lift hair upward to maximize the effect."
Why trust Good Housekeeping?
Former Beauty Assistant Catharine Malzahn worked closely with the GH Institute Beauty Lab to help deliver fact-based, science-backed beauty coverage. She wrote this guide, using her experience with texturizing sprays and mousses for her wavy, often air-dried hair as a jumping-off point.
Reviews Analyst Chiara Butler conducts hands-on testing of health and beauty products for the GH Beauty Lab. Catharine teamed with Chiara to cull our best texturizing spray picks. Before joining GH in 2022, she worked as a cosmetic chemist, formulating skincare products for a variety of brands and learning to decode ingredient lists, evaluate ingredient efficacy, and scrutinize product claims. She earned her bachelor's degree in chemistry from Columbia University.
Chiara (she/her) is a reviews analyst in the Beauty and Personal Care Lab at the Good Housekeeping Institute, where she’s been doing hands-on testing of beauty products since 2022. She also covers aesthetic treatments like injectables and lasers. She earned her bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Columbia University. Before joining GH, she worked as a cosmetic chemist, formulating skincare products for a variety of brands and learning to decode ingredient lists, evaluate ingredient efficacy and scrutinize product claims. When not at GH, you can find her wandering the beauty aisles of the drugstore.
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