Thankfully, the days of back-combing hair into oblivion to achieve volume are over, because when was that ever a good idea, seriously?
A good bounce to the hair is more easily obtained than ever, with sprays and mists able to plump hair from the root; whilst still maintaining that healthy shine and moisturising benefits.
Most of the sprays out there today are pretty hardworking, requiring just a few spritz at the root or ends. Others may require a little bit more help, like a quick blow dry through to help the formula activate.
At a glance sprays from Living Proof and Bumble and Bumble are top performers in the field.
We've rounded up some of the best sprays worth considering for all budgets below.
Best hair volumising sprays for 2020
1. VO5 Post Gym Refresh Spray
Gyms might still be closed for the time being, but if this spray is good enough for a post workout - it's good enough for day to day use too
The weightless formula contains starch, which is great for removing any excess oils in the hair, giving hair a fresher look that bounces.
It also helps to naturally lift fine hair, boosting strands from the root to give you envious volume that lasts the tests of time. At under a fiver, you can't go wrong.
Price: £4.39, Superdrug - buy here now
2. Sexy Hair Big Spray and Play Volumizing Hairspray
For a more dramatic look, let's say big and sexy, this volumising spray from Sexy Hair is the one to look out for.
The medium hold hairspray not only keeps hair in your preferred style, it also helps to lift hair and add a nice, natural shine too.
Price: £8.99, Amazon - buy here now
3. Pantene Hair Multiplier Thickening Hair Treatment
Designed specifically for fine and thinning hair, Pantene Pro-V's Thickening Hair Treatment is a nutritious formula which works to give your hair a thicker look and feel, starting at the roots via an easily spray applicator.
The unique blend is lightweight, non-greasy and combines Pro-V science with rose water, biotin, vitamin B3 and micro boosters, to helps to thicken existing hair strands and give you the appearance of 6500 more.
Price: £4.95, Superdrug - buy here now
4. Nanogen Root Boost Hair Thickening Spray
Looking for thickness and volume to flat locks? Nanogen's Thickening Spray is one to consider for all hair types and even protects your hair from damage when styling.
The lightweight formula is enriched with heat activated proteins, which protects strands from damage, whilst providing a subtle gloss. It also contains keratin and vitamin B5 to promote a healthy, voluminous appearance.
Price: £9.95, Amazon - buy here now
4. KMS AddVolume Volumising Spray
For buildable drama that's capable of boosting hair with volume for up to an impressive 72 hours, this volumising spray from KMS is ideal for lifting and thickening.
If limp, lifeless hair is what you're trying to avoid, the formula combines VP/VA Copolymer, which helps to add some texture, as well as shine.
Price: £14, Look Fantastic - buy here now
5. Beached Urban Waves Natural Hair Texturiser
If you're looking for the effortless beach waves look, this texturising formula is one to seriously consider, offering maximum pay off with minimal effort.
Blending sea salt along with oils and fruit extracts, the formula improves texture and volume, it also gives hair a vital dose of hydration.
Price: £18, Beached - buy here now
6. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Dry Spun Texture Spray
Specially formulated to give hair a fuller and thicker appearance, if you're looking for a luxe buy with all of the gleaming reviews to match, this is it.
Boasting a unique blend of innovative ingredients like zeolite and silk powder, the formula effortlessly lifts hair and provides a long lasting, salon-worthy shine.
Price: £23, Look Fantastic - buy here now
7. Living Proof Full Root Lift Spray
For voluminous results that last, Living Proof's Root Lift Spray is a top contender. The weightless formula leave hair feeling and looking everything but flat, it's also heat activated to protect strands before styling.
Hair has a natural looking volume, along with body and texture for envious looking locks in an instant.
Price: £24, Cult Beauty - buy here now
8. Percy & Reed Big, Bold & Beautiful Dry Instant Volumising Spray
With instant drying properties and a non sticky/sticky formula, Percy & Reed's Volumising Spray is perfect for quick touch ups on the go when your hair is falling a little flat.
You'll get plenty of volume and texture, as well as a soft hold for hairstyles too.
Price: £15, John Lewis - buy here now
9. Ouai Volume Spray
Another great choice to consider for all hair types, enriched with hair-loving ingredients that transform limp hair.
The mist solution utilises panthenol, polymers and hibiscus extract, bringing a bounce to previously lifeless hair. Use on wet or dry strands to instantly add volume and body.
Price: £22, Space NK - buy here now
10. Christophe Robin Instant Volumizing Mist with Rose Water
This formula boasts all natural ingredients and is cruelty free
It offers a medium hold right at the root through to the ends, for lastingly thicker, natural volume and long-lasting style.
The formula is composed of 96% rose water which offers softening and soothing benefits for the scalp.
Price: £22.50, Look Fantastic - buy here now
Give hair a quick boost and a lot of shine with these hardworking hair serums, suitable for all hair types.
