Mousse

What is hair mousse?

Hair mousse is a type of hairstyling product that helps prepare the hair for blow-drying and styling. It also provides a wide range of benefits, from adding extra volume to defining curls and enhancing shine.

This hair product comes in the form of a thick, lightweight foam that is generally applied from roots to tips and combed through for even distribution. It can work wonders for all hair types—you just need to know which one will work best for you!

Here's our quick buying guide to help you choose the best hair styling mousse for your hair type:

• Best volumizing mousse for thick hair: A volumizing mousse isn't just for fine hair. It can add even more bouncy volume to full and voluptuous hair! The Kérastase Couture Styling Mousse Bouffant amplifies your hair and gives it the strength to hold all of that extra volume throughout the day while still being lightweight and free-flowing.


• Best volumizing mousse for fine hair: The best styling mousse for fine hair is one that is lightweight and won't weigh it down. Fat Muk Blowout Mousse by muk is made to thicken fine hair and maintain its shape for up to 48 hours. With plenty of proteins and panthenol, it also protects and nourishes hair. Moroccanoil Volumising Mousse is a styling volumizing foam that uses Argan Oil to tame frizz and add moisture while providing style memory to hold the hair in place for longer. The best natural mousse for fine hair is Alfaparf Semi Di Lino Volumizing Mousse Conditioner. With a vegan formula that's sulphate-free, paraben-free, mineral oil-free and paraffin-free, it will boost and thicken fine hair without weighing it down with synthetic nasties.


• Best mousse for coloured hair: The Pureology Style + Protect On the Rise Root-Lifting Mousse is a miracle worker for those with fine, coloured-treated hair. It can thicken and lift fine strands while protecting hair colour and preventing fade with a 100% vegan formulation. For blondes, the Schwarzkopf Professional Igora Expert line of semi-permanent coloured mousses will add shine and intensify your blonde shade for up to 8 washes. You can also prevent brassiness from ruining your day with the Color WOW Brass Banned Mousse with violet pigments to cool blonde tones and keep them fresh and vibrant.


• Best mousse for wavy hair: Perfect the effortlessly natural look with Moroccanoil Beach Wave Mousse. This curl mousse can define curls and waves and give them an enviable texture with a sea salt-free formula that won't dry out your locks.

How do you use hair mousse?

Styling mousse is considered to be a bit of a wonder product as it combines multiple benefits in one formula and is also super easy to use. You can apply mousse to dry or damp hair. Here is our step-by-step guide:

For damp hair: Most types of hair mousse are best applied to towel-dried hair.

1. Start by shampooing and conditioning your hair so that it's clean and ready for styling.
2. Gently pat your hair with a towel until it’s just damp.
3. Apply a golf-ball-sized amount of mousse to your palm and scrunch it into your hair. Use a comb to distribute it evenly from root to tip.
4. Use a blow dryer to activate the mousse and add unbelievable volume. Try hanging hair upside down until partially dry, then flipping it back upright and using a comb or hair brush to lift hair at the roots while drying for best results!

For dry hair: Mousse that's applied to dry hair can leave it looking matte and weighed down. However, it can be used in moderation after styling to smooth down stray hairs and set your style in place.

1. Squeeze a small amount of mousse onto your hand.
2. Use your fingertips to gently brush the mousse over your hair to calm frizzy strands, settle flyaways and hold everything in place.

Do you apply mousse to wet or dry hair?

For optimal hydration, frizz control and enhanced styling flexibility, most mousses are best applied to damp, towel-dried hair. This is because many of them require heat to activate the ingredients and add volume, which will happen during blow-drying.

If volume isn't important to you, you can leave your hair to dry naturally. Hair mousse can be applied to dry hair as long as you use them sparingly. It’s a great way to smooth down frizz and add some extra definition to wavy or curly hair.

Mousse is very versatile and can help you create and hold any hairstyle, from glamourous tresses and textured beach waves to sleek ponytails and messy up-dos.

What is the best mousse for curly hair?

A great curl mousse for curly hair is one that will enhance your natural curl pattern while calming frizz and conditioning your locks to prevent dryness. The Moroccanoil Curl Control Mousse is specially designed to help curly-haired girls take control of their gorgeous locks.

This styling foam uses Argan Oil and proteins to deeply moisturise curls while strengthening them to enhance elasticity and prevent breakage. It tames and defines even the tightest curls without leaving a crunchy texture and provides long-lasting hold for hours.

The Whip It Good Styling Mousse by evo is another top choice. This mousse helps seal cuticles for frizz-free curls while providing humidity control. It's also vegan and free from sulphates and parabens, which makes it excellent for those with coloured hair. Pro tip: When drying your hair, use a diffuser to shape your curls without flattening them for the most bouncy volume and definition!

At Hairhouse, we stock a wide range of mousse hair products for every hair type. Our selection includes hair mousse from all your favourite brands at the best prices. We also have other hair and haircare products, including hairspray, heat protection spray and dry shampoo.

Discover everything from the best volumizing mousse for curly hair to the best mousse for fine hair online at Hairhouse. We offer delivery across Australia, or you can visit your nearest Hairhouse store using our store locator for personalised assistance. For more info, check out our T&Cs and FAQ.