Your hair remembers where you have been.
The restaurant. The barbecue. The gym. Hours later it is still telling everyone.
That is the bad news and the good news. The same thing that makes hair hold on to a bad smell makes it one of the best places to wear a good one.
Here is how to make your hair smell good all day, from wash day to day three.
Why does hair hold smells?
Hair is porous, so it soaks up whatever is in the air around it: smoke, cooking, perfume. Your scalp adds its own layer, because natural oil and sweat build up between washes. Hair smell comes from two places, your surroundings and your scalp, and you need to deal with both.
How to make your hair smell good all day: 10 things that work
- Start at the scalp. Most hair odour begins there. Massage shampoo into the scalp, not only the lengths, and rinse thoroughly.
- Dry your hair completely. Hair that stays damp, or is tied up or slept on wet, can turn musty.
- Wash what touches your hair. Pillowcases, brushes, hats, towels and helmets hold oil and smells and put them straight back.
- Cover up when you cook. Tie your hair back and use the rangehood. Hair picks up cooking smells fast.
- Skip the regular perfume. Perfume is made for skin and can leave hair feeling dry and heavy. Here is why hair mist and perfume are not the same thing.
- Use a hair mist instead. A perfume hair mist is a lighter fragrance made for hair. Ours include argan oil, pro vitamin B5 and vitamin E to help keep hair soft while it scents.
- Mist your brush. Spray your hairbrush once, then brush through. It spreads the scent evenly from mid-lengths to ends.
- Refresh between washes. Day two and day three are when hair needs it most. A light mist on the lengths brings it back.
- Layer the same scent. Wear the matching perfume or roll-on oil on your skin so your hair and skin carry one scent. See how to layer hair mist.
- Carry it with you. A 50ml bottle fits in a bag. Top up after the gym, after lunch or before the evening.
How to use hair mist properly
- Start with dry, styled hair.
- Hold the bottle 15 to 20cm away.
- Mist lightly over the mid-lengths and ends.
- Go easy near the roots if your hair is fine or easily weighed down.
- Let it settle. You are done.
Finish any heat styling first. Hair mist goes on last and should be kept away from heat and open flames.
New to it? Start with what a hair mist is.
When to reach for it
| Moment | What to do |
|---|---|
| Wash day | Mist after styling to set your scent for the day |
| Day two or three | Refresh the mid-lengths and ends |
| After the gym | Dry your hair first, then mist the lengths |
| After cooking or a barbecue | Air your hair outside for a minute, brush it through, then mist |
| Before a night out | Mist your hair and wear the matching perfume or roll-on on your skin |
| Mid-afternoon | One light top-up from the bottle in your bag |
Hair mist for every hair type
- Fine or oily hair: mist the ends only and keep it light.
- Thick, curly or coily hair: work in sections so the mist reaches the under-layers.
- Long hair: focus on the mid-lengths and ends. Movement carries the scent.
- Short hair: mist your brush or one light spray from above is enough.
Hair mist is for everyone. Shop feminine, masculine and unisex scents.
5 hair mist myths
"It is just watered-down perfume."
It is a different formula. A hair mist is made lighter for hair and includes ingredients that care for it, like argan oil, pro vitamin B5 and vitamin E.
"It makes your hair greasy."
A good hair mist is lightweight and leaves no residue. If your hair is fine, keep it off the roots.
"It is only for long hair."
Short hair holds scent too. Mist your brush and run it through.
"It replaces washing."
It does not. Hair mist refreshes the scent of clean hair between washes. It will not clean an oily scalp.
"More sprays last longer."
More sprays only make it stronger at the start. For staying power, layer it with the matching scent on your skin.
Which scent should you wear in your hair?
Hair moves, so the scent travels with you. Choose it the way you would choose a perfume.
- Fresh, for daytime and summer: Eau D'Orange with orange, bergamot and mandarin, or Eau D'Abricot with apricot, citrus and mint.
- Soft and floral: Femme with jasmine, violet and musk, or Girl Next Door with pear and orange blossom.
- Fresh and woody: Bonaparte with pineapple, musk and birch.
- Warm, for evenings: Suave with oud, sandalwood and cardamom, Spicy Tobacco with tobacco, spice and vanilla, or Cherry Top with cherry, almond and tonka bean.
Hair fragrance FAQs
Why does my hair smell even after washing?
The usual causes are product build-up, not rinsing fully, leaving hair damp, or a pillowcase or brush that needs a wash. If a scalp odour does not go away, see your GP or a dermatologist.
How do I make my hair smell good without washing it?
Brush it through with a clean brush, mist the mid-lengths and ends with a hair mist, and sleep on a fresh pillowcase.
How long does hair mist last?
It depends on your hair type, the weather and how much you apply. It is made to leave a soft scent that lingers through the day. Layering it with the matching perfume or roll-on makes it last longer.
Can I use hair mist every day?
Yes. It is made for daily use.
Can I use hair mist on wet hair?
It is made for dry, styled hair. Apply it as the last step.
Is hair mist the same as dry shampoo?
No. Dry shampoo absorbs oil at the roots. Hair mist adds scent and softness to the lengths. They work well together on day two.
Can men use hair mist?
Yes. It works on any hair, and the range includes masculine and unisex scents.
Can hair mist replace perfume?
It can, if you like a softer scent. For more presence, wear it with your perfume.
Wear your scent where it moves
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