How to Take Dried Hair Spray Out of Your Hair

Too much hair spray can make hair brittle.

Removing dried hair spray from your hair can mean the difference between looking unkempt or nicely groomed. Picture this: you wake up from a night of celebration, your hair is caked with dried hair spray and you have an interview later that afternoon. Time is of the essence. Employing a basic hair-care remedy using several household products will have your locks hair spray-free in no time.

Things You'll Need

• 2-Ounce spray bottle
• 3 Tablespoons baking soda
• Comb
• Mild shampoo
• Mild conditioner
• Towel

Instructions

1. Remove the nozzle from a 2-ounce spray bottle. Fill the bottle with 3 tablespoons baking soda and warm water. Attach the spray nozzle. Shake the bottle to ensure that the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.

2. Coat your hair with the mix until your hair is completely damp. Run a comb through your hair as you spray the baking soda mix to remove clumps of dried hair spray or knots.

3. Wash your hair with mild shampoo and conditioner. Dry your hair with a clean towel. Repeat the combing process to smooth your now hair spray-free hair.

References

• Hair Options: A Few Easy Steps in Taking Care of Your New Hair Accessory

Resources

• BellaSugar: How-To -- Get Hairspray Off Your Walls