Best Kristin Ess Hair Sprays in 2026

“If you love a good blowout but wish it was less of a chore, this will be a game changer. It cuts down drying time, adds epic shine and protects against heat up to 450°F. ” - Kristin Ess

Wet Styling: Whether you’re looking to create hold, build volume or add texture, this collection will give you all the styling support you need. Each of these are designed to be applied to damp or towel-dried hair

Ultra lightweight, Split end smoothing, Shine enhancing, Cuts drying time, Heat protecting up to 450°F

"Hands down, the best affordable dry texturizing spray. I truly mean that. Create a soft, matte texture or lived-in look by applying a light veil all over. Focus mostly on the roots and middle of the hair.” - Kristin Ess

Dry Styling + Finishing: Finish is everything. These will be your go-to’s for adding texture, shine, hold + definition to any style you create. These were designed to be used on dry, finished hair, whether it’s heat styled or not.

For all hair types, Texture building, Instantly Volumizing, Ultra Light Hold, Soft Matte Finish

The softest wave spray ever! Most wave sprays are used on wet hair and create that salty/crunchy feel. This is completely different than any wave spray you're used to. It's made for AFTER you wave your hair or air dry. Once it goes on it's soft to the touch. Flip your hair over and from side to side, applying a light veil over each section. The shine and separation is a dream and it will never feel crunchy.

How To Tip: Go easy on this spray. This bottle should last you a while. Create beachy waves using your own natural wave pattern or by heat styling. Once you achieve your desired wave, spray this from middle to ends for the perfect separation and shine.

Cruelty free, color + keratin safe free of sulfates, parabens + phthalates

“I love a light, layer-able hairspray for styling and finishing. One light mist all-over gives you light hold, which I like for daytime. A second layer all-over gives you strong hold and support, which is my go-to for events and evening looks.” - Kristin Ess

Dry Styling + Finishing: Finish is everything. These will be your go-to’s for adding texture, shine, hold + definition to any style you create. These were designed to be used on dry, finished hair, whether it’s heat styled or not.

For all hair types, Multi-tasking, Brushable finish, Style setting, Medium hold

“I’ve always dreamed of that wash-and-go lifenow it’s just reality. If you only have time for one product, let this be the one. It smooths, adds shine, separation, and texture—what more could you want!? It can be used on any hair texture: straight, curly, thick, fine, or frizzy, to achieve an effortless, polished look.” - Kristin Ess

Restore: Regardless of your hair type, it’s always important to protect, hydrate + restore any level of damage. Whether you’re heat styling or air-drying, there’s something in this collection for you.

For all hair types, Frizz calming, Shine restoring, Softening + smoothing, Time saving

“Imagine a liquid mousse. I use this whenever I need to evenly distribute volume throughout the hair. I spray this on towel-dried, combed out hair and it instantly volumizes without weighing anything down. Leaves the hair looking shiny and full.” - Kristin Ess

Wet Styling: Whether you’re looking to create hold, build volume or add texture, this collection will give you all the styling support you need. Each of these are designed to be applied to damp or towel-dried hair.

For all hair types, Root to end volumizing, Instant fullness, Shine renewing, Lasting style support

"This is the first ever in-shower watercolor that creates a temporary tone when sprayed on wet hair and then rinsed out. The intensity is up to you. When you spray it on damp, towel-dried hair, it will soak up more color and last longer. If you spray it on wet hair, it will give you a more subtle tone and will rinse out faster. The pink tone is most visible on pre-lightened/highlighted or blonde hair and washes out in 1-3 shampoos depending on the porosity of your hair.” - Kristin Ess

Cleanse + Condition: A clean, well-conditioned canvas is essential. These universal, sulfate-free products cleanse + deeply condition to leave hair feeling moisturized, full and looking shiny from root to tip.

For pre-lightened or highlighted blonde hair, Temporary toning, Instant blush color, In-shower application

“This is the only hairspray I’ll use with thermal styling tools because of its heat protectant properties but also for its brushability. Best part...one light layer before straightening or curling helps support your style all day!” - Kristin Ess

Dry Styling + Finishing: Finish is everything. These will be your go-to’s for adding texture, shine, hold + definition to any style you create. These were designed to be used on dry, finished hair, whether it’s heat styled or not.

For all hair types, Brushable texture, Heat protecting, Style shaping, Light + layerable

The softest wave spray ever! Most wave sprays are used on wet hair and create that salty/crunchy feel. This is completely different than any wave spray you're used to. It's made for AFTER you wave your hair or air dry. Once it goes on it's soft to the touch. Flip your hair over and from side to side, applying a light veil over each section. The shine and separation is a dream and it will never feel crunchy.

How To: Tip: Go easy on this spray. This bottle should last you a while. Create beachy waves using your own natural wave pattern or by heat styling. Once you achieve your desired wave, spray this from middle to ends for the perfect separation and shine.

Cruelty free, color + keratin safe free of sulfates, parabens + phthalates