Not hitting the beach as much as you’d like this summer? Bring the beach to you with the perfect sea salt spray.

Beachy waves may not be the newest or most exciting hairstyle out there right now, but when summer rolls around, we still all want that seaside babe look. There’s nothing quite like the real deal, but with pure and natural sea salt spray which use salts straight from the ocean, you get pretty close.

Not only does it look effortless, but it is effortless! With just a few spritzes of these natural hair wonders, you’ll be rocking tousled locks in no time.

How To Be A Natural Beach Babe With Sea Salt Spray

1. John Masters Organics Sea Mist

For a subtle boost of texture that’s gentle on locks, you can’t get much better than this offering from John Masters Organics. While those with poker straight hair may want to go for something a little more volumizing, this salty solution is ideal for heads of hair that already rock waves, and want something to enhance them without too much of a messy look. The helping of certified organic lavender oil will not only be a selling point for lovers of this flower but also soothes sensitive scalps.

2. Olivine Love + Salt Beach Hair and Body Mist

This concoction is to sea salt spray what four cheeses is to pizza. But vegan, of course! You’ll find Epsom, Pink Himalayan, dendritic, and organic French sea salt in amongst the mix, which each have their own unique mineral profile. This may not make a huge difference to hair, but it’s nice to know Olivine have all basis covered. Plus, it doubles as a scented body spray which improves skin hydration. Although that sounds counterintuitive, magnesium and calcium rich salts actually help keep skin’s barrier function, well, functioning. If you want as much matte texture as possible, you’ve found your match. Just keep spraying until you’ve achieved the level of texture and volume you want, while added coconut oil will make sure hair stays soft and nourished.

3. Herbivore Botanicals Sea Mist Texturizing Salt Spray Coconut

A sea salt spray that comes with some serious summer vibes (shouldn’t they all?)! The simple combination of coconut and vanilla extract, plus a dash of lime essential oil, will make your tresses smell truly tropical. It certainly doesn’t lack in the beach waves department either. Designed to have the same concentration of salt as the ocean, it imparts a naturally tousled look for every day summery hair. The addition of aloe will keep your hair moisturized too, and also makes it particularly great for dry hair types that usually steer away from sea salt sprays.

4. Rahua Enchanted Island Salt Spray

New on the scene, cult haircare brand Rahua has finally given the natural beauty world its answer to sea salt spray. Known for its use of tropical ingredients, this sea salt spray lives up to that reputation with guava juice, and hibiscus and passion fruit extracts, creating and intoxicating scent. Luxury lovers will adore the frosted glass bottle and rosy hue the pink sea salt lends to this beach in a bottle.

5. Captain Blankenship Golden Waves Sea Salt Shimmer Spray

Saving what is maybe the best ’til last, this liquid sunshine is a more summery twist on Captain Blankenship’s already popular Mermaid Sea Salt Spray. While the golden glitter looks more club than beach in the bottle, once sprayed into hair is gives is a subtle glimmer that only reveals itself when caught in the summer sun. Sea salt isn’t the only piece of ocean magic you’ll get in this formula too, as organic sea kelp extract treats both hair and scalp to a dose of minerals and vitamins. The final texture is gorgeous; while you can build it up, it never looks overly matte or begins weighing down fine hair, it just creates a soft, bouncy tousle that stays throughout the day.

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Since you can only stand a top knot for so long, chic things up with these easy DIY hair accessories.

We might be having fun in the sun, but our hair sure isn’t. Between the frizz, bleached-out color, and tangles, our tresses look and feel… well, exhausted. And you can only throw it up in a top knot or sport beach waves so many times before needing to kick things up several notches.

To get a grip on that tousled ‘do of yours, here are 9 fun and easy DIY hair accessories you’ll love making as much as you’ll love wearing:

1. Flower Halo

I’ve always been a big fan of flower halos—they’re playful, but not junior, and are a great way to decorate your updo. Get the full tutorial here.

2. Hair Bow Tie

This knitted bow tie is too adorable to resist. The only snafu? The instructions are in german! Get the full tutorial here, then pop over to this website and translate it into english. I promise, it’s well worth it!

3. Braided Headband

This braided headband is super simple to create. Pair it with a basic summer outfit and let your hair do all the talking. Get the full tutorial here.

4. Hanging Chains Headband

This hanging chains headband has Woodstock written all over it, wouldn’t you agree? Get the full tutorial here.

5. Hair Cuffs

Take a basic ponytail into the stratosphere with these badass hair cuffs. Get the full tutorial here.

6. Spike Barrette

Who knew beads, a clip and glue could look so good? Get the full tutorial here.

7. Zipper Headband

This is one of those DIY hair accessories that’s genius in its simplicity. I never would have thought to turn a zipper into anything else other than… well, a zipper! Get the full tutorial here.

8. Hair Necklace

So chic, so glam—and so simple. Get the full tutorial here.

9. Boho Hair Wrap

Why sport a plain ol’ braid when you can show off this boho hair wrap instead? Get the full tutorial here.

What are your go-to DIY hair accessories?

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Here’s how to get beachy waves – minus the beach.

Who doesn’t love the effortless, laid-back look of beachy waves? They’re super-easy to create and achievable for practically every hair type. It’s a timeless hairstyle that will never lose its luster – best of all, you can score this look in the comfort of your own home.

“Any woman whose hair is past their collar bone to mid-back has a perfect length to achieve beachy waves,” says hair expert and celebrity stylist Jin Bang. “It takes a little more prep work for ladies with straight hair, but it’s still a very achievable look.”

Courtesy of Bang, here’s how to get beachy waves and that boho chic look in 5 simple steps:

What You’ll Need

• A light, non-greasy pomade like Neuma Style Texturizer
• Learn how to do a three-strand dutch braid or french braid
• A diffuser

Step 1
Saturate your hair with water from root to tip.

Step 2
Apply the amount of pomade necessary for your hair type. For example, if you have kinky/frizzy hair that’s dense from living in a humid area, apply pomade to your whole head. If you have medium to light waves, lightly apply pomade everywhere but your roots: This will give you volume and won’t weigh your hair down.

Step 3
Decide how big you want your beachy waves to be. This will help determine how many braids you’ll need: More braids equals more waves, while less equals a softer look. Once you’ve decided, braid your hair accordingly.

Dutch Braid Image: BrittReneePhotography

French Braid Image: Wicker Paradise

Step 4
Attach the diffuser to your blowdryer, putting it on high heat and medium/low power. Only heat the braids from mid-to-ends of your hair and let your roots dry naturally. If you don’t have a natural wave, let your hair dry thoroughly before taking the braids out. If you have wavy/curly hair, it’s okay to let out your braids when your hair still has a bit of dampness to it.

Step 5
Slowly shake out your braids until you’re at your desired level of beachy waves. Apply a penny-sized dollop of pomade to shape and mold your beachy waves to perfection.

Voila! Are beachy waves your go-to summer look?

Jin Bang has taught cutting edge styling techniques in over 75 cities across North America, and has represented industry giants such as Bumble and Bumble, Neuma Beauty and Prive Salon and Products. While working with Prive, he flew from coast to coast and worked on celebrities like Demi Lovato, Busy Philips, Jordana Brewster and Kim Kardashian. Jin has decided to rebrand his LA biz by offering high-end services at medium prices.

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