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7 best texture sprays for fine and thin hair that will increase volume and body – tried and tested
Your disco blow-dry is just a few spritzes away...
Hot take: Hailing a beauty product 'life-changing' seems a tad dramatic to me – I mean, innovations in tech and formulations are forever expanding! A Dishoom bacon naan, however? Now that is pretty ground-breaking. But (and it's a big but) when it comes to products that genuinely revolutionise a routine – and in this case, a hair routine – texture sprays are right up there.
Now the question that poses: Why? Well, if, like me, you've got fine, thin, limp and/or lacklustre locks, then a texturising spray is going to be your BFF. Sure, genetics are inevitable, but hair can be styled – and styled smartly, at that – meaning volume, body and the illusion of thickness are bottled in a can, just a few spritzes away.
Ahead, we've rounded up seven of the best texture sprays on the market, as tried and tested by moi, Cosmo's Beauty Writer (also known as the guinea pig of all guinea pigs). Whether your preference is for a dry formula to be used in already blow-dried hair or a wet spray targeted at towel-dried locks, there's a texturising spray for every need and budget.
If I could have the body and volume of one celebrity's hair, it would be Princess Diana's. Elegant and bouffant, in equal parts. Luckily for me, ar Di's hairstylist of the 90s, the legendary Sam McKnight, graced us with hair reincarnation in a bottle via his Cool Girl Texturising Mist. It's lightweight, yet still adds long-lasting grit, lift and hold. Oh, and it smells delicious... expect compliments galore!
To be used on: Dry hair
Glowing customer review: "This literally doubles the volume of my hair, and turns waves into big bouncy waves. It also smells gorgeous. On my third bottle! Top it off with some hairspray and the curl/wave will have moderate hold too."
While it is the priciest pick of the bunch, Oribe's Dry Texturizing Spray is one to note. Just a few spritzes go a long way, performing well on even the shortest of hairstyles. It doesn't leave a dusty finish, brushes out with ease and smells like a perfume you'd find in Harrods Beauty Hall. It's selling point? The root lift. Now, I'm not religious but as Dolly Parton says: The higher the hair, the closer to God! Amen.
To be used on: Dry hair
Glowing customer review: "I have been reading so many positive reviews of this texturizing spray for years and have never hot round to trying it until now. My hair always looks a bit flat in the winter and this spray is fantastic for giving it a bit more body and movement. It definitely makes my hair behave better between washes. I bought the small size to try but will definitely be purchasing a larger size. It smells really lovely too!"
Adam Reed is a renowned British celebrity hairstylist, and his very own brand, Arkive Headcare, is a key player in the hair world. My favourite in his line-up has to be the Dry Texturing Spray, thanks to its ability to do more, for less. Baobab oil, vitamin E and silica are the heroes here, helping to provide volume while simultaneously nourishing and hydrating the scalp and hair. Work smarter, not harder, folks.
To be used on: Dry hair
Glowing customer review: "I have repurchased this a few times, excellent for the loose curls to add a little something extra. Very light, easy to use nozzle which doesn’t get stuck and excellent value for money - would highly recommend !!!!"
If you have fine or thin hair, you may be troubled with products that weigh strands down. I'm talking heavy, sticky, stiff and brittle results = not good! Relatable, much? Enter: Color Wow's Style on Steroids Performance Enhancing Texture Spray. Sparingly mist this formula over hair and your style will be kept flawless in its place with tousled texture for hours on end.
To be used on: Dry hair
Glowing customer review: "I like to add volume and texture after straightening my bob. This texturising spray is the best out there and I’d recommend it to anyone. It is a little pricey but a great buy if you get it when there’s money off!"
Living Proof Full Dry Volume Texture Spray 238ml
You may know Living Proof for their iconic Advanced Clean Dry Shampoo, but what if I told you their Full Dry Volume Texture Spray rivals the best-seller? Controversial, I know...
My fine hair laps this up on days when I need salon-worthy results in seconds. I disperse it evening throughout the roots, give stands a little zhuzh and I'm good to go. Shakira, eat ya heart out! The standout, however, has to be its ability to protect against heat up to 210°C, so you can style with peace of mind.
To be used on: Dry hair
Glowing customer review: "AMAZING volume booster for thin hair without weighing it down! Do lose some of the shine in your hair but willing to sacrifice it for the volume from this!!"
Andrew Fitzsimons's namesake brand has made this line-up for good reason. Not only is he one of the best stylists in the game, but his clientele includes the likes of Khloé Kardashian, Hailee Steinfeld and Jennifer Lopez – and if it's good enough for the A-list, you best believe it's good enough for us!
At just £9.50 (the most affordable of the bunch), this product builds maximum strength from within by creating powerful bonds inside the keratin hair structure to increase elasticity and flexibility. The result? A disco-ready blowout that's left looking shinier, and feeling healthier and softer.
To be used on: Towel-dried hair
Glowing customer review: "After washing my hair and let it dry naturally then I apply this for my curls to stay longer and looks better and it really helps. I like the smell also. I would recommend it to anyone and will purchase again."
Sun Bum Sea Spray, Medium Hold Texturizing and Volumising Sea Salt Spray 177ml
Sea salt sprays had their moment circa 2013, but we're here to assure you that the hype is everlasting. Sun Bum's Texturising Sea Spray lends itself to texture, volume and definition for that effortless surfer-girl style with an ingredients list that combines Hawaiian black lava sea salt with kelp to encourage beachy, breeze-swept body. Cali-girl chic, here we come!
To be used on: Damp hair
Glowing customer review: "This is a really good texturising spray which smells great. I actually use this when waving my hair and the hold is really good"
Lia Mappoura (she/her) is the Beauty Writer at Cosmopolitan UK, with over four years of experience reporting across the brand's print, social, video and digital platforms. Lia covers everything from emerging trend analysis to viral celebrity hair and makeup moments, making her an expert at spotting the season’s next big beauty look (before it takes over social media feeds).
In 2025, she was named The Rising Media Star at the Love Perfume Awards with The Perfume Shop, recognised for her outstanding digital fragrance content and for building genuine authority within the space. She is passionate about challenging outdated beauty stereotypes, championing inclusive representation in beauty, and educating readers on the trends, products and conversations shaping the industry today. Follow her on Instagram or find her on LinkedIn.
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