Aqua Net vs Rave Hairspray?

Question

Both of these large can hair spray brands are readily available at any dollar store for under $3.

Which one do you prefer more?

For me, I prefer Aqua Net a bit more based on three factors: The design of the can looks more appealing with the cap concealing the spray nozzle, I prefer the smell--I would say the smell is mix between powder fresh and sugar--, and it does not harden my hair such as what Rave does. With Rave, it is nearly impossible to comb or brush my hair after the hair spray has set in. However, with Aqua Net, the formula feels more gentle and I can alter my hair style a little bit even after the hair spray has set in.

Answer 1

Neither. The last time I use hairspray on my hair was the 80's. Yes, I know, the 80's fashion is back, but there's no way I'm putting harmful chemicals on myself, even if I get paid $1K.



Harmful side effects

The chemicals used for fragrance and other additives in the product may cause various allergies

The propellants used for facilitating the hairspray to reach the nozzle and come out as a fine spray may be harmful

The FDA has banned the earlier propellants like CFCs (chloroflourocarbons) 11 and 12, because they were linked to ozone layer depletion

The propellants used today tend to be flammable

Earlier, certain lung infections like thesaurosis (when there is unwarranted storage of substances in the body) were believed to be caused by use of hairspray, though there have been no conclusive tests to prove this

Hairspray should be used as sparingly as possible in a room that is well aired, in order to prevent poisoning by inhalation

Sometimes constant use may cause the hairspray deposits to remain on hair for longer time that required – due to this you may have to wash your hair more often than usual

If you use too much hairspray and then attempt to set your hair it gets damaged

If hairspray is not washed away properly then it leads to inordinate dryness and brittleness of your hair

The risk of split ends and broken hair is higher with frequent use of hairspray

Answer 2

Aquanet Hair Spray

Answer 3

I wouldn't use either one.