Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe is known for her long glossy locks, and she’s shared her secret to getting her ‘done/undone’ tousled style with the help of this texturising spray
When you think of Hollyoaks, there’s probably a couple of characters that immediately spring to mind, and one of them has to be Mercedes McQueen. The role has been filled by actress Jennifer Metcalfe since 2006, making it almost 20 years that she’s been on our screen, and amidst the outlandish storylines, Jennifer – and Mercedes’ – glam has been second to none.
Although she’s currently tackling a devastating cancer diagnosis on screen, Jennifer is always known for her long, glossy hair, and she recently shared her haircare secrets with followers on Instagram. The actress wrote: “Been asked how I do my done/undone hair and it’s thanks to this little gem” before linking to the Oribe Dry Texturising Spray.
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The Oribe Dry Texturising Spray helps create both volume and texture, making it perfect for nailing Jen’s tousled, effortless look. It acts as a dry shampoo alternative thanks to its infusion of zeolite crystallines, which help to absorb oil at your roots, leaving your hair looking freshly styled without any of the white or dusty-looking residue.
If you often find dry shampoo leaves hair feeling a little dry or dull, you’ll be delighted to know the combination of aloe, mago and kiwi extracts act as antioxidants that maintain moisture and protect your colour. The Oribe Dry Texturising Spray also contains sunflower seed extract to soften and add shine, making it look like you just stepped out of the salon.
To create the textured look, a co-polymer blend helps add subtle hold that keeps your style in place for longer, without the stickiness or crispy feel that some hairsprays can leave, giving it that messy-but-still-done-finish. To use the Oribe Dry Texturising Spray, simply spray wherever you want volume and texture, then style your hair just as you usually would.
Cult Beauty shoppers have also been praising the Oribe Dry Texturising Spray, with one saying: “After blow-drying with a curl cream, I apply this spray, and it instantly transforms my hair by locking in curls, adding texture, and boosting volume for an effortless look. I’ve been using it for over a year and haven’t looked back.”
Another added: “Amazing product! Especially in humid countries … I have limp hair and it helps massively with volume.” You can pick up a giant 300ml bottle for £46, or opt for a travel-friendly 79ml bottle for £22.
Meanwhile at Space NK, another fan wrote: “Adds volume and texture without making hair feel stiff or sticky. It smells like a luxury salon and works well for fine hair. The only downside is the price — it’s expensive for a texturising spray, but if you love volume, it’s worth it. Also love Oribe packaging, looks so sleek!”
However one did add: “I do like it. My only issue is that it doesn’t seem to hold up for long. Possibly I’m not using it correctly. Feels nice.”
For some budget-friendly picks, the Living Proof Full Dry Volume & Texture Spray is currently on sale at LookFantastic down from £30.95 to £23.21 and comes highly recommended by shoppers. Also in LookFantastic’s sale is the ARKIVE Headcare The Movement Dry Texturizing Spray which is down from £13 to £10.40.
