For anyone after relaxed, beachy waves and piecey texture with a matte finish. Redken says it suits all hair types: it gives grip and movement to straight hair styled with a curling iron, and helps define natural waves and curls when air-dried or diffused. A good choice for people who find salt sprays too drying, and simple enough for everyday use at home.

Beach Spray gives the tousled, just-back-from-the-beach look that salt sprays are known for, but it gets there with polymers instead of sea salt. Hair ends up with volume, body and defined waves while keeping a softer feel, which makes it easier to use day after day, including on colour-treated hair.

1. Shake well before use.
2. Spray through damp hair.
3. Air-dry or diffuse.

Pros

• Beachy texture and body without the dryness of a salt spray.
• Medium control that still moves, with a matte, lived-in finish.
• Works for air-drying and diffusing, and as prep before a curling iron.

Cons

• Matte finish: not for anyone wanting glossy, polished waves.
• Polymer hold can feel stiff if you use too much; start light and add.
• It is not a heat protectant, so use one separately before hot tools.