Customer Reviews
Disappointing 
2008-01-13
I usually like Bumble and Bumble products but this was a disappointment as it did not do that much for my hair. It is like spraying salt on your head and make your hair dirty and greasy after having washed it. Very hard to brush my hair after having used this product.
This product is not for me 2008-01-07
I agree with another reviewer. This product makes my hair look oily and flat. Not for fine straight hair unless you really want to use it at the beach to keep your hair flat to your head. (I have very fine hair.) This is the only B&B product I haven't really liked.
Great for adding texture and volume to normal, limp hair 
2007-12-19
I really like this stuff. I like it better than the John Frieda Ocean spray, which was too oily for me (I have normal textured hair--neither fine nor coarse--that is straight, silky and with oily roots) I got my hair layered recently in an effort to get it to do more than just lie there like a limp curtain and I've found this styling spray to be a big help in achieving beachy hair. I wait until my hair is damp, then spray this all over, put my shoulder-length hair up into two ridiculous little buns on either side of my head (I make two to achieve extra-wavy hair), secure with hair elastics (could never figure bobby pins out) and leave my hair to dry while I do other stuff. Sometimes to speed things up I blast my hair (still up in buns) with a hairdryer. Then I take it down, shake it out, spritz some light-hold hairspray all over and voila! Casual, messy, beachy waves that last all day (and my hair usually refuses to hold styles). Of course, if you have dry or damaged hair, then this is not for you. I would also recommend using a clarifying shampoo at least once per week because this stuff can build up in your hair--there IS salt in it after all.
Not so hot for the price 
2007-12-01
I bought this as a response to the John Frieda Ocean Waves being discontinued. It was four times the price and not as good. Like the Brilliant Brunette, it makes your hair more greasy and less separated than the original Ocean Waves. Bring back Ocean Waves! How do we do that?
Not as great as I thought the price suggested 2007-10-26
You are paying for the name on this one. I was looking for something that at least resembled the John Frieda Ocean Waves spray, this was not it. For $21 for a scant 4 ounces, don't bother. They tout the "matte finish" on this as though that were a good thing. It makes your hair dull and dry looking. Soft waves look best when shiny, and well conditioned looking, this stuff does not shine or condition. I have naturally curly/wavy hair and just wanted that "just been to the ocean" look. Surf Spray, once applied and dry, makes it impossible to run your hands through your hair and nearly as impossible to brush out. It leaves a flaky, powdery dust on the brush. The only benefit I could get from this spray was that it did make my hair feel about 10 times thicker than normal, so if you have thin hair, this would be great for you, but don't expect any shine from it. This isn't what I expected for the money.
Just like being at the beach! 
2008-05-12
I love this product! I have wavy hair, not truly curly and definitely not straight. I usually blow it out straight except when I go to the beach, because the salty winds seem to bring out the best curls and waves in my hair. This stuff is exactly like washing your hair and letting it air dry on the beach! Gives great texture and an extra boost to my waves like nothing I've ever tried before.
Perfect beach hair! 2008-03-10
I really like this product, it creates "beach hair" with very little effort. I have very long, straight hair and it created a nice wave when I used it. It also does a great job of creating texture and volume, but it's going to give you a slight "messy" look and it will leave a bit of a residue feel in your hair, much like if you spent the day at the beach. I don't mind the feel of it though, because if you want a casual, beachy look, this stuff is perfect. Just spray it in your damp hair, blow it dry for a bit with your head turned upside down and spray it again when it's half way dry. You can also scrunch it up with your fingers while you are drying your hair if you want some more volume. When you are done, don't comb it out, just style it with your fingers and you'll be ready to go!
This product saved my hair! 2008-03-08
We had a water softener put in our house & I have been crying about my lost curls ever since. But this product spritzed on damp hair works miracles. Start with damp or wet hair spray all over then add a little gel to hold and bingo curls galore. Your hair will feel a little stiff just like hair spray. But wow what a difference.
Straight from the beach 2008-02-27
I personally really loved this product when my hairdresser used it in my hair. If you read the ratings of people who rated it poorly, I would probably agree with them--it makes your hair feel gritty and a little stiff, like you took a dip in the ocean and didn't wash your hair. THAT'S THE POINT. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray gives your hair the texture and hold of ocean mist without actually making your hair "dirty." It's awesome, but you have to know that THAT's what you're getting yourself into.
fantastic 2008-02-06
My hair is naturally wavy but very fine, and this product is a miracle worker. Just a little spritz brought out gorgeous, non-crunchy waves that don't fall. I just wish I hadn't waited so long to try it.
