Patee Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 I use a hair spray type product before using the curling iron to help curl my very straight hair. It is a pump rather than aerosol and even though I try and spray it close to my head there is over spray. I didn't realize that right away until I noticed shiny spots on the wood panelling in the bathroom area. It drove me crazy and I tried just about every cleaner and even bought some at a swap meet that the guy said would remove it. It was a great cleaner for just about everything except removing the spray. Since nothing I tried worked I asked 'Mr Google' for some suggestions and finally found something that would work. Rubbing Alcohol! There are different strengths and I went with the 91% solution. Put it on a micro cloth and use some elbow grease and most of it came off. There is the odd spot that I still have to work on. It did not damage the wood (which DH was concerned about) although it made it a little bit dull. Some wood polish fixed that. I would try it on an inconspicuous spot first though. (I am now either spraying outside or leaning my head into the shower stall before I spray to help contain it better.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velos Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 I have memories of my teen years and many a bad hair day. Thank goodness it didn't last forever and priorities change. I have been going to Great Clips the last couple of years as they seem to be everywhere we travel and they of course try to sell products. (Nothing ventured, nothing gained) I make a point of venturing out of my comfort zone periodically to avoid ruts; so some I have tried with success and some have not been so successful but great for a laugh. I switched to mousse and blow dry which work better for me than hair spray (DH was very happy I quit using hairspray in the RV) and have tried a couple of the sculpturing cream/gels which take some practice (so easy to use too much) so I don't look like I stuck my finger in an electrical socket LOL. I am outdoors a lot and play several sports so usually wear a hat or visor which saves time on hair styling. Hair is a very personal thing, what works for one may not work for another but never stop experimenting you never know what you will discover. Something to think about is the damage the hairspray did to your wood paneling it may be doing to your body? Hairspray: Why to avoid it? and some alternatives. ' 5 DIY Alternatives to Conventional Hair Sprays, Mousses, and Gels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIBERNUT Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Geez, I hope you meant "Mousse" ............................. 2000 Volvo 635 A/S, N-14 Cummins"The Phoenix"'03 KA 38KSWB http://s918.photobucket.com/user/sibernut/library/?sort=6&page=1Furkids- Sibe's CH. Sedona & Tseika Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velos Posted January 7, 2015 Report Share Posted January 7, 2015 Geez, I hope you meant "Mousse" ............................. Hmmm... a mouse would REALLY be getting out of a comfort zone... don't know if I would go to that extreme to avoid being stuck in a rut? Thanks for catching I edited my typo just in case someone would really try a "mouse"..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFDR3116 Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 I would also give the mousse a try. Salons also have hair wax that does a great job. Pat DeJong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john&sharon Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 I use my hairspray in the shower stall. Taking our daily showers keeps it washed off. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dzwiss Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 "Ingredients- Hair spray products are a blend of simple industrial polymers that provide structural support to hair. These frequently include copolymers of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and polyvinyl acetate (PV). This copolymer mixture is usually modified to achieve the desired physical properties (adhesive strength, foaming, etc.), using plasticizers such as aminomethyl propanol, surfactants such as benzalkonium chloride, and other agents like dimethicone. These active ingredients make up only a small portion of a hairspray (aerosol can). The majority of a canister is filled with volatile solvents necessary to solubilize and aerosolize the copolymer mixture. These include simple alcohols like ethanol or tert-butanol to solubilize the active ingredients, and dimethyl ether or mixed hydrocarbons as propellants. The copolymer mixture, solubilizing agents, and propellants are usually highly volatile and flammable (like most aerosols). For this reason, hair sprays have been classically used for combustion in potato cannons, and have been banned as carry-on items by most airport security agencies." From Wikipedia So you put this on your head? 2019 Airstream Flying Cloud 27FB 2011 Ford F350 CC SRW "Be thankful we're not getting all the government we're paying for." Will Rogers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patee Posted January 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Quote from my original post - It is a pump rather than aerosol ... So no, I am not using an aerosol. It is a hair spray like product, actually a spray gel that I use AFTER I mousse my hair, then blow dry it. I then give my thick but fine, poker straight hair a shot of the spray gel/fixatif so it will take a curl. Trust me, I have poker straight hair! As a former hairdresser in my past life I have tried many products over the years and this is what works for me. I work hard to have a bit of body in my hair and it is not the spray-bombed look I am after or achieve. I even do use a wax or gel on the ends at times after all the above just for a different look. It sounds more complicated than it is. Start to finish, maybe 10 min. I thought it might help someone that has a problem with lacquer spots on their panelling, floor or whatever and didn't know what would remove it. Thanks for you suggestions and concern. Hmmm.. I never have tried 'mouse' but think I'll stick with what I know works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalkie Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 We have found in our S&B (especially when the daughter and teen-age granddaughter have been to visit) and in the trailer that Pledge Mutli-Surface works really well. A quick spritz and a micro-fiber rag makes it disappear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccsimpson Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Ditto John and Sharon. I use hair spry every day because with thinning hair, each strand is strategically located! Using it in the shower stall works fine with the steam dissolving it each time we shower. CaROL The Simpsons Fulltimers from Va. Beach, VA 2008 37' Hitchhiker, 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 blog: cas32.blogspot.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rynosback Posted January 22, 2015 Report Share Posted January 22, 2015 I told my wife that she will be spraying outside of the new rig. Think of it as adding more clear coat. 2015 Ram 3500 RC DRW CTD AISIN 410 rear 2016 Mobile Suites 38RSB3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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