By leah jones
Mousse is a must-have when it comes to styling curly hair. It helps to smooth down flyaways, define curls, add volume, and control frizz without weighing it down.
Mousse is perfect for those with thin/fine hair as it enhances the natural curls by adding body and bounce on top of the volume.
Because mousse provides a light weight hold that usually does not leave a sticky residue, it is not always long-lasting and may not be able to combat high humidity. That is where hairspray comes in.
Some mousses are made with alcohol to make them dry faster. This alcohol can cause breakage by stripping and drying out the hair. Opt for alcohol-free formulas that are less drying if you style your hair often.
You should apply mousse on freshly wet and conditioned hair to allow the product to lock the moisture in. However, some mousses are made to apply on wet or dry hair but they are more effective on wet hair.
Hairspray vs mousse depends on your hair goals and curl type. Mouse is more effective for those with fine hair that want more volume. It also leaves the hair less dry than hairspray and doesn’t make it stiff.
Hairspray is meant to be applied when the hair is dry and/or after styling to lock the curls in place. It provides a stronger hold and lasts longer than mousse does. However, it usually contains more alcohol than mousse.
Here are some of the products many consider the best mousse for curly hair. They are lightweight with strong hold and alcohol-free.
Prose allows you to customize the perfect mousse for you with their Custom Curl Cream. All you have to do is provide information on your hair type, curl type and other factors that are unique to your hair.
This curl mousse by SheaMoisture gives the hair shine and moisture while also laying down flyaways and preventing frizz. It’s lightweight and has an affordable price.
Curlsmith’s Invincible Volume Mousse is designed to add significant volume to curls without the crunch, making it ideal for fine to medium hair types.
The formula of this whipped mousse is on the thicker side so it helps to ward off frizz in high humidity and intricately define curls for longer, thicker hair.
This mousse by Aussie Moisture offers a budget-friendly solution for defined and shiny curls. It’s lightweight, smells good and won’t leave the hair sticky or tacky.
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