Revlon Finishing Spray: Last-Step Hold with Healthy Shine
What a Finishing Spray Actually Does
A finishing spray is the last step that seals your style, adds flexible control, and tames flyaways without freezing hair in place. Think of it as a breathable topcoat: it keeps curls bouncy, blowouts smooth, and updos secure while preserving touchable movement.
Hold Levels: Flexible, Medium, or Strong—When to Use Each
- Flexible hold keeps soft waves, fringes, and layered cuts movable.
- Medium hold is your everyday choice for blowouts, curls, and half-up styles.
- Strong hold locks in updos, slick ponies, and humidity-prone hair—especially for long events.
Finish & Feel: Shine Without Stiffness
A good finishing spray creates a thin, even film that resists frizz yet stays brushable. Expect a satin-to-glossy finish that enhances color and smooths the cuticle so light reflects evenly—great on both straight styles and defined curls.
How to Apply for Salon-Like Results
Hold the can 20–30 cm from hair and mist in a slow, sweeping motion. Start with less than you think you need, let it set for 5–10 seconds, then add a second veil if required. For extra polish, mist the air and “walk through” the cloud to avoid overloading any section.
Targeted Techniques for Different Styles
- Blowouts: Spray a lightweight coat from mid-lengths to ends; smooth flyaways by misting a brush and gently passing over the surface.
- Curls/Waves: Scrunch a flexible hold mist upward to preserve definition without crunch.
- Updos & Braids: Spray each section before pinning for grip, then finish with an all-over set.
Humidity, Heat, and Long Days: Staying Power Tips
Layer lightly: a first pass for shape, a second for hold. In humid weather, let each layer dry before the next. If you’ll be outdoors or dancing, carry a travel size for quick touch-ups at the crown and hairline.
Pro Tricks to Control Flyaways & Frizz
Mist a clean toothbrush or spoolie with spray and sweep along the part, temples, and nape for precision control. For ponytails, spray the underside first, then the surface—this locks baby hairs while keeping the finish glossy.
Compatibility with Hot Tools & Styling Products
Use heat protectant before blow-drying; apply finishing spray after heat styling to set shape. If you love volume powders or texture sprays, do those first—finishing spray is the final seal so lift lasts longer without dulling.
Build-Up, Brushability, and Wash-Out
Quality sprays are designed to remain brushable: you can restyle during the day without flaking. To avoid build-up, use light layers and clarify once a week if you style daily. A quick scalp massage before shampoo helps lift residue for a cleaner wash.
Safety, Storage, and Best Practices
Use in well-ventilated spaces, avoid open flames (it’s an aerosol), and keep the nozzle clean by wiping occasionally to prevent sputter-spraying. Store upright at room temperature and don’t leave cans in hot cars or direct sun.
