STMNT Grooming Spray Product Review

STMNT Grooming Spray. Rated at 4.4/5 Stars on Amazon based on 520+ users.

In this post, I go over the STMNT Grooming Spray and whether this product is right for you. I already recommend this product to many of my clients, since it does a great job of giving volume and manageability to the hair when styling.

We’ll cover:

Do I recommend this product?

Who this product suits best.

Why you may want to use it for your hair.

What goes into the product (Ingredient List)

How you can use it effectively.

Where you can get it.

Short Answer:

Yes, depending on hair type and hairstyle.

Pros:

Light hold, which increases hair manageability
Pleasant fragrance
Decent-sized bottle for the cost (currently ~$30 for 200ml)

Cons:

Not suited for thick, coarse hair
Limited texture boosting

Long Answer:

The STMNT Grooming Spray, in my opinion, falls into the category of Hair Tonic. I cover tonics in more detail here. Essentially, they are a pre-styling aid that usually helps thicken hair and improve manageability when styling.

A good tonic will leave the hair with a natural hold, nothing too heavy. Some will even help thicken the hair, giving it more body and manageability. The nature of this product type is usually not well-suited for those with thick, coarse hair, as this hair type won’t need additional thickening. Additionally, hair tonics can help give some texture and movement to the hair, but they are not specifically designed to give a highly textured finish. You will want to try other products for that effect, such as a texture/salt spray or curl cream.

The STMNT Grooming Spray checks off all the boxes of a good tonic without any real negative drawbacks outside of the natural limitations of the product type.

The fragrance is meant to be a combination of spices, lavender and woody notes [1]. As someone who is sensitive to strong fragrances, I am a big fan of the balance the STMNT Grooming Spray has been able to achieve for its scent. It is subtle and pleasant on the nose.

The bottle size is 200 ml which I find is a fair size for the typical price that it retails for (since pricing changes though, I won’t say a definitive number). I find that for most clients with short to medium length hair, a few sprays (usually 4-5 for short hair, and 6-8 for medium hair) is enough to get the benefits of this product. So when used daily in reasonable amounts, the product should last you quite a few months (though it is impossible for me to give an exact time window).

Who is this product for?

Straight to wavy, fine hair.

Short to Medium Length.

Traditional/Classic Hairstyles like side-parts, middle parts, pompadours, or quiffs.

Why?

Those with fine hair tend to experience hair that falls flat, especially after shampooing and conditioning. The STMNT Grooming Spray is an excellent product that helps give limp hair added support and structure, creating a thickening effect. Applying the product before blow-drying will help add more body and lift to the hair, even before adding any clay, paste, or pomade.

The STMNT Grooming Spray is a light-hold product that works on short to medium-length hair. Hairstyles that are much longer (roughly over 6 inches in length) may have too much natural weight from the hair, preventing the product from doing much to help with styling. At that point, thicker products like mousses or creams should be used instead.

Using the grooming spray on its own will leave your hair with a natural finish and a little hold, and depending on the desired hairstyle and natural texture, it may be all you need for your styling needs. This makes it perfect as a primer for more classic hairstyles that have a smooth, polished finish, rather than anything very textured. Again, any style that is meant to be super textured should involve the use of a texture/salt spray for the best results rather than using the grooming spray.

What goes into it?

[This section is provided by ChatGPT. Please do additional research on your own to better understand ingredients and their specific impact on yourself. ]

Ingredient Functions + Harmfulness Ranking (Least → Most Harmful)

Aqua (Water) – Rating: 0/10

Function: Primary solvent. Helps dissolve other ingredients.
Concerns: None.

Lactic Acid – Rating: 1/10

Function: pH adjuster; mild exfoliant/conditioning agent.
Concerns: Can cause irritation at high concentrations, but usually very safe.

VP/VA Copolymer – Rating: 1/10

Function: Film-former used in styling products for hold.
Concerns: Generally low toxicity; may be mildly irritating for some.

PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil – Rating: 2/10

Function: Emulsifier, solubilizer (helps oils mix with water).
Concerns: Generally safe; PEGs can contain trace impurities, but cosmetic grades are regulated.

Cetrimonium Chloride – Rating: 3/10

Function: Conditioning agent, detangler, anti-static.
Concerns: Can be irritating at higher concentrations; safe within cosmetic limits.

Sodium Benzoate – Rating: 3/10

Function: Preservative.
Concerns: Very low toxicity; can cause irritation in rare cases. Safe in rinse-offs.

Linalool – Rating: 3/10

Function: Fragrance component (naturally occurs in many essential oils).
Concerns: Can oxidize and become a skin allergen; regulated allergen disclosure.

Parfum (Fragrance) – Rating: 4/10

Function: Adds scent.
Concerns: Can include numerous chemicals; major cause of cosmetic allergic reactions. Broad category = unpredictable sensitivity.

Sodium Metabisulfite – Rating: 4/10

Function: Antioxidant, preservative.
Concerns: Potential allergen; can irritate sensitive skin, especially in higher amounts.

Benzyl Alcohol – Rating: 5/10

Function: Preservative, solvent, fragrance component.
Concerns: Can be irritating; moderate sensitizer; safe within limits.

Phenoxyethanol – Rating: 5/10

Function: Broad-spectrum preservative.
Concerns: Can irritate skin in some people; toxicity concerns arise only at extremely high exposure levels (much higher than cosmetic use).

Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylamide Copolymer – Rating: 6/10

Function: Film-former, styling/hold agent.
Concerns: Acrylamide monomer contamination is the major concern—monomer is neurotoxic/carcinogenic. However, in cosmetics, residual levels are typically extremely low and heavily regulated. The polymer itself is considered safe.

How I recommend using the STMNT Grooming Spray

Step 1- Dampen hair evenly

Step 2- Spritz in grooming spray throughout the hair (usually 4-6 sprays)

Step 3- Comb (or finger comb) product through hair for even distribution

Step 4- Blow-dry hair into desired style [My simple yet detailed blow-drying guide here.]

Step 5- Finish with a holding product for the desired finish.

For a matte finish, use a paste or clay
For a shiny finish, use a pomade

Where you can get the STMNT Grooming Spray?

Amazon Affiliate Link: STMNT Grooming Goods Grooming Spray (Purchases made using this link mean I may make a small commission at no additional cost to you.)

Chin Whiskey Barbershop: We currently carry this product on our retail shelf.

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References

[1]- https://www.stmntgrooming.ca/en/products/stmnt-styling/grooming-spray.html

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