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Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
Hair Perfume
By Jennifer Ford · Updated October 24, 2020
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We love the smell of clean fresh hair. While that typically means washing hair pretty often — when rocking a protective style that’s a lot easier said than done. So instead of going through the tedious task of washing our tresses, we’ve found the perfect solution: hair perfumes.

Some of our favorite perfumes have been reformulated for use on hair while packing the familiar scents we love. Just spray them directly onto your hair, and instantly enjoy the aroma of a fresh blow out.

While we don’t recommend them as a substitute for shampoo, they’re definitely a convenient way to get rid of musty smells, a sign of summer. Fortunately, they’re offered in a variety of scents, including floral notes that are perfect for the season.

We’ve rounded up a few of our favorites. Check them out!

01
Tocca Florence Hair Fragrance

A combination of moisturizing oils and gardenia notes, make this the ultimate hair refresher.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Sephora $28 Buy
02
Dior J’adore Eau Lumiere Hair Mist

Enjoy the sensual scent of Damascan rose, magnolia, and neroli when you spritz on this fragrance.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Sephora $52 Buy
03
Herbivore Botanicals Jasmine Hair Perfume Mist

This rose scented all-natural plant based perfume nourishes your hair with a blend of vitamins, organic moisturizing ingredients, and essential oils.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Herbivore Botanicals $12 Buy
04
Yves Saint Laurent Black Opium Hair Mist

This popular fragrance has been reformulated with its original coffee accord and white floral notes, and infused with argan oil to soften and polish your hair.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Sephora $39 Buy
05
Mugler Alien Hair Mist

This fragrance includes jasmine, cashmeran, and amber notes that emanate positive energy, femininity, and a touch of mystery.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Sephora $40 Buy
06
Byredo La Tulipe Hair Perfume

This brand offers a bevy of fragrances for your hair, including this one featuring freesia and tulip notes that are perfect for summer.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Nordstrom $70 Buy
07
Diptyque Eau Rose Hair Mist

Cloak your hair in this formula to add softness, shine, and the refreshing scent of rose.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Diptyque Paris $48 Buy
08
Dominique Ropion Carnal Flower Hair Mist

The long-lasting potent scent of tuberose puts this perfume ahead of its class.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Barneys $170 Buy
09
Viktor & Rolf Flower Bomb Hair Mist

Jasmine, orange blossom, rose, and patchouli notes set off this explosive scent.

Protective Styling 101: Hair Perfumes Are The Secret To Keeping Protective Styles Fresh
available at Sephora $53 Buy