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If 10,000 Biters opt for a recyclable bottle of eco-hairspray rather than an aerosol-based one, we'll keep the weight of 8,333 blow dryers in steel outta landfills.
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A poodle named La Marka Lamerle Oscar Wilde was stripped of a prestigious "Best of Breed" title after traces of hairspray were found in her fur during a post-victory check-up.
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One too many Aquanet atrocities make you give up on hairspray?
The Bite
Don't fret, pet. Hairspray isn't just for prom queens and pinked-out pageant princesses anymore. Today's hairspray purveyors are going nontoxic and wouldn't touch an aerosol can with an extra-fluffy, afro-fabulous wig.The Benefits
- Eco-bouffants. Aerosol products contain a carcinogenic chemical that's converted into carbon monoxide in the body. Nonaerosol = no-brainer.
- Safer washout. Products made with certified organic ingredients ensure that when you're over your 'do, chems don't wash down the drain and into natural waterways.
- Smart packaging. These bottles can be recycled post-use, unlike difficult-to-recycle steel aerosol cans.
Personally Speaking
Picture this: Heather, circa 1984. Bangs: check. Big curly hair: check. Valley-girl ponytail on the side, held in place with plastic, cone-like scrunchie: check. Primary tool used to achieve aforementioned look? You guessed it...Wanna Try?
- Origins Ain't Misbehavin' Lightweight Hair Spray - tames your mane with wheat protein and vitamin B5, while hydrating with aloe ($14).
- Aveda Witch Hazel Hair Spray - witch hazel extract and jojoba oil help to achieve that oh-I-just-rolled-out-of-bed-and-my-hair-just-looks-this-fabulous effect ($10).
- Giovanni Organic L.A. Hold Hair Spritz - scented with rosemary oil, this spritz gives you an extra-strength hold ($5).
- DIY Bite: Combine two cups of water with the juice of one organic lemon (or orange for dry hair) in a saucepan and simmer until it boils. Cool and strain the mixture, then pour into a spray bottle. Apply to hair, and gloat.
Oct 30,2007
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Headbangers’ Hairspray Ball
Toshio's playing AC/DC in the office while I type this, so it seems only too appropriate to harken back to my 80s roots.
In past years, I've just tossed up my hair on top of my head before heading out to yoga or into my home office, so I've had little use for hairspray. But for those occasions when I want to look decent, hair comes down, hairspray comes out. Since my hair is curly, it really doesn't take much attention to make it big. I mean BIG.
Not QUITE the spectacular effect that I used to be able to conjure in the 80s, but hey - Halloween is tomorrow...maybe I'll break out the banana clips and tease some bangs.
-Heather...off to headbang to "Back in Black"...
In past years, I've just tossed up my hair on top of my head before heading out to yoga or into my home office, so I've had little use for hairspray. But for those occasions when I want to look decent, hair comes down, hairspray comes out. Since my hair is curly, it really doesn't take much attention to make it big. I mean BIG.
Not QUITE the spectacular effect that I used to be able to conjure in the 80s, but hey - Halloween is tomorrow...maybe I'll break out the banana clips and tease some bangs.
-Heather...off to headbang to "Back in Black"...
Biter Comments...
I am concerned about the DIY hairspray....Wouldn't you be attracting bugs??? Just wondering:)
I can picture that.
I use Jason Fresh Botanical Hairspray which I can sometimes get for as low as $3.99 (more at whole foods). It does the job at a reasonable cost with no harm (except for the trigger sprayer).
i can personally vouch for lemon juice NOT attracting bugs. however, we used it full-strength to lighten our hair, not give ourselves helmet head... ;)
Hey my hairdresser just used a new product last week with seasalt to give the...I just left the beach thick hair look. Let me just say...I was stylin'. So I've been meaning to try this myself with a spray bottle, water and sea salt. Why not! Try it yourself or I'll let you know how mine turns out.
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Posted by: Helen | October 30, 2007 at 07:42 AM