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When the style changed, however, so did people’s attitude to mousse. It was criticised for its stiffness, and high-alcohol content, which tended to leave the hair feeling dry. Now, though, mousse is back, and it is better than ever.
Thanks to advances in cosmetic science and a better understanding of hair care needs, modern mousses not only enhance styles, but are frequently good for the hair. Today, hair mousses often include moisturising ingredients like glycerin, aloe vera, and various oils which nourish the hair. In terms of texture, modern mousses use flexible polymers that provide a natural hold, allowing for movement and touchability so you can still have definition in hair that is soft and flexible.
Along with definition, the fact that many mousses are lightweight and airy allows them to effectively boost and maintain volume. For these reasons, mousse is often labelled as an essential partner to use with hair tools like the (£449) or (£270). These tools, which come with a wide range of attachments, are largely celebrated for their ability to add volume and curls.
However, many users struggle to maintain said volume and curls after styling. This is where mousse comes in. To improve your hair’s ability to hold on to volume and texture, mousse should be applied to clean, damp hair, ahead of any other styling products.
For volume and hold, apply to the roots and through the hair. You may want to lift the hair in sections to get it directly at the root. is incredibly effective when it comes to lift and body without ever making the hair feel stiff or sticky.
Handily, you can order a travel size bottle of 50ml (£11) to try it before investing in a large bottle. If you’d like to spend less, is excellent and only £5.99.
Of course, mousse can also be a great addition to the hair routine of someone with naturally wavy or curly hair. If you’re trying to embrace your natural texture, mousse should be evenly applied to wet hair, before scrunching the curls to shape them. Then, simply let them air dry or use a diffuser.
The mousse should assist with definition, and the lasting power of your hair’s curls. I like (£24), which reduces frizz and really adds to the longevity of my curls. is a great budget option (£8.
95) which adds solid definition and is lightweight enough for fine hair. In short, don’t let hair mousse’s 1980s reputation stop you from the hair gifts it can offer you in 2025. Your big, bouncy hair will thank you! Vogue Williams’s tanning range has gone from strength to strength since its launch in 2019.
It now has a product for every potential tanning need and, at this time of year, the brand’s (£17) might be just what you’re looking for. This clear spray delivers a golden glow to the face in just four to eight hours, and nourishes the skin via ingredients like oatmeal and chamomile extracts. Obviously fair skin is absolutely beautiful, but if you’re longing for the glow of summer, this will sort you out.
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In my opinion, the coverage is closer to full, but as with any complexion product, you could lighten it up with skin prep or by combining it with a moisturiser or primer. I’m not usually a fan of matte foundations but this doesn’t make the skin look dull, and it feels like a serum during application thanks to the inclusion of hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. This product feels like a new version of matte make-up, a version which still allows the skin to look healthy and vibrant but still easily blurs texture and imperfections.
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