Daily Mail journalists independently select and feature products on their site. Purchases made via links may earn commission, but this does not influence editorial content. The cult haircare brand Living Proof has launched a new spray designed to refresh blow-dries in minutes, eliminating the need for re-washing. Three members of the Inspire team rigorously tested the Perfect Hair Day Style Refresh Mist, priced at £27 and available at livingproof.co.uk, to evaluate its effectiveness across various hair types.
Katherine Spenley, Inspire Editor
When this product arrived on my desk well before its store release, I was immediately intrigued. After trying it, I eagerly awaited the launch date, as it proved to be a standout innovation. The concept is clever: it offers a second chance at a blow-dry, smoothing out dents and frizz that accumulate over time. For some, this damage stems from tying hair back; for me, it's from habitually tucking hair behind my ears at my desk.
I wash my long, fine hair every other day, sometimes finishing with a quick Air Wrap session. However, second-day hair often lacks freshness. In my test, I sprayed the mist, used a dryer for heat protection, and styled as usual. The results were impressive, prompting me to time the process: with six sprays, it took just 2 minutes and 4 seconds from application to completion.
I then brought it to the office for colleague feedback, receiving compliments that led to a desk-wide trial. Read on to see how it performed on Maria's thick brunette bob and Poppy's Titian curls.
Maria Coole, Inspire Deputy Editor
My lifelong battle with thick, curly, frizzy hair has influenced major life decisions, such as leaving Swansea University due to drizzle affecting my hair. I eventually graduated in Cardiff's drier climate. Over the years, I've accumulated numerous products that failed to tame my unruly hair, relying instead on weekly salon visits for wash and blow-dries.
With budget constraints reducing salon trips to bi-monthly, I expected greasy, lacklustre hair. Surprisingly, the Style Refresh Mist transformed my hair between visits. I apply it liberally, creating a light drizzle effect, and let it air-dry. The result is glossy, voluminous, frizz-free hair with a pleasant scent. Inspired by hair icon Jennifer Aniston's use of Living Proof, I appreciate the product's blend of amino acids, polypeptides, and natural enzymes, finding it truly life-changing.
Poppy Atkinson Gibson, Junior Commissioning Editor
My thick, curly hair often draws compliments, but it's both a blessing and a curse. While beautiful on wash day, it becomes frizzy and unruly within days. I typically wash once a week due to the maintenance effort, but over time, ringlets drop and cowlicks form, giving a dishevelled appearance.
Previous attempts to restore curls with water or light sprays only increased frizz. In contrast, the Living Proof Style Refresh Mist, which contains amino acids, polypeptides, and hydrating actives, resets hair strands similarly to dry shampoo but with better results. I spray it liberally on my curls, scrunch to separate and detangle, then air-dry. Quickly, my hair is restored to its former bounce and definition.
