These Are The Best Shine Sprays For A Long-Lasting Glossy Finish

I’ve always found it hard to achieve hair that shines. As a blonde, this is a pretty universal experience: darker hair naturally reflects the light more, and (usually because of the lack of bleach) is healthier and therefore less dull. But since dyeing my hair slightly darker (it’s still blonde, but more of a bronde shade), I’ve noticed a little more shine, which has spurred me on to find products to help me achieve that glossy look. Most notably, I’ve been testing some of the best shine sprays the industry has to offer.

A good shine spray offers instant gratification: a reflective sheen that looks natural and expensive. However, I was sure to test for longevity, as there’s nothing worse than a product that initially delivers, then fades before lunch. Most come in spray or mist form, meaning you use them as the last step in your styling routine. Application is essential, and each product comes with its own recommended application technique. You really don’t want to go overboard (or to spray too closely to your head): after all, you want to look shiny, not greasy. Any product that felt heavy or overloaded my hair, making it look like it needed a wash, was quickly dismissed.