You don’t want it to be only your clothes and skin that smell good. You want your hair to smell good too, preferably a scent that matches the ones on both your hair and clothes. But you’ve read a few debates for and against applying perfume to your hair and you now feel a need to play it safe.
We’re here to guide you through the best ways to get your hair to smell good using perfumed products.
The problem with applying perfume to your hair
- A lot of perfumes are formulated with ethyl alcohols as stabilizers and fillers. These alcohols can cause dryness to the skin and hair in the long term. When left unattended, dry hair is subjected to damage, frizziness, split ends and breakage.
- The chemicals in synthetic fragrances can strip your hair and scalps of the natural oils needed to keep them healthy.
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You can still get your hair to smell good by using perfumes or scented alternatives that are safe to use on your hair. Fragrance itself is rarely a danger to your hair.
The safest ways to apply perfume to your hair
- Hair mists
They are water-based and lightweight. Hair mists also come in large sizes, so you can apply enough to cover your hair. Purpose-made hair sprays are usually tolerable and give hair a beautiful sheen.
- Hair serums
Get a hair serum that smells nice and apply it to your hair and scalp. The serums are usually oil-based, so, they will also nourish your hair while helping the hair smell good too. A good serum will prevent tangling, dullness and frizz.
- Dry shampoo
Dry shampoos are a quick fix if you think your hair smells unpleasant. They clean and deodorize your hair by removing dirt, oil and grease buildup. The result is your hair having more volume and bounce while smelling good.
- Hair mousse
This is a thick white foam used in hair styling. It lifts your hair and adds more volume while protecting the hair from damage. Mousse also smells good and the fragrance will last all day on your hair.
- Leave-in conditioner
They tame frizz, detangle your hair, prevent split ends and moisturize your hair. Leave-in conditioners are beneficial for all kinds of hair because they also prevent damage from styling tools, chemical treatments, harsh weather and the environment. These conditioners are usually formulated with light floral fragrances that will keep your hair smelling good too.
- Diluted essential oils
Essential oils are aromatic and will smell good in your hair. However, most of them are too concentrated and could irritate your skin. You can purchase or make a diluted essential oil. Essential oils like rosemary and tea tree oil also help nourish your hair and scalp. Mix a few drops of these essential oils into a carrier oil like coconut oil and apply it to your hair and scalp.
Bonus: The best ways to apply perfume to your hair
- Always spritz the hair uniformly. Do not apply to only the top of your hair. Flip the hair over and apply evenly to all parts of the hair. Best to hold the spray bottle a little distance away so that the perfume can be evenly spread.
- You can apply the perfume to your hair brush and brush through your hair. It will help distribute the fragrance evenly from roots to ends.
