How to Set Hair with Sunsetter Hairspray and the Vegan Brush
By Clean, Simple Haircare Products | Dae Hair | Published: 2026-10-14
Category: How-to Guides
Learn a five-step routine to set any style with Sunsetter Hairspray and the Vegan Brush from the Sunsetter Hairspray & Vegan Brush Duo—flexible hold, no crunch.
Quick answer
To set a style with Sunsetter Hairspray and the Vegan Brush, finish your look first, then mist the hairspray from 10–12 inches away in short bursts, and use the Vegan Brush to smooth and blend the set. The brushable, flexible formula lets you brush through at the end without flaking or stiffness. Work in sections and keep the nozzle moving for an even, natural finish.
Why this duo works for setting (and not just spraying)
Sunsetter Hairspray is a strong-hold, flexible hairspray with a superfine, brushable formula blended with Night Blooming Cactus to help block humidity, tame frizz, and leave a lustrous, natural-looking shine. It also carries the Signature Citrus Scent. The Vegan Brush in the Sunsetter Hairspray & Vegan Brush Duo is designed with two bristle types, so you can smooth, separate, and blend the spray through the hair instead of leaving it sitting on top. That combination is what makes the set look polished rather than product-heavy. If you already own the brush and only need the spray, the standalone Sunsetter Hairspray works with the same technique.
Prep so the set actually holds
Hairspray sets what is already there, so start with hair that is completely dry and styled the way you want it. Any dampness or unresolved frizz will be locked in. If you are working with second-day roots, the Fairy Duster Dry Shampoo Blending Brush can refresh the root area before you set the rest—its soft vegan bristles blend dry shampoo without a white cast, so the final spray has a clean base to sit on.
Step-by-step: setting your style with Sunsetter and the Vegan Brush
- Finish your style first: Blow-dry, curl, or smooth hair completely, then let it cool for 1–2 minutes. Hairspray holds the shape you give it, so any heat or dampness left in the hair will be sealed in. Checkpoint: hair should feel dry and cool to the touch before you spray.
- Shake and prime the can: Shake Sunsetter Hairspray well, then hold the can 10–12 inches from your head. Short, even bursts cover more evenly than one long spray, and the superfine mist is designed to go on light. Common mistake: spraying too close, which concentrates product in one spot and can make the set feel stiff.
- Spray in sections, not all at once: Lift the top layers and mist the under-layers first, then the canopy. For a style with bends or curls, cup each section loosely with your hand as you spray so the shape stays intact. Checkpoint: you should see a light, even sheen—not wet spots—before moving to the next section.
- Brush through with the Vegan Brush: Wait about 30 seconds, then use the Vegan Brush to smooth the surface and blend the spray into the hair. The two bristle types let you soften the set without pulling out the shape. This is the step that turns a sprayed style into a polished one. Common mistake: skipping the brush-through, which leaves the spray sitting on top instead of integrated.
- Lock the edges and finish: Mist a little extra on the hairline, part, and any area prone to frizz, then give the whole style one final light pass. The Night Blooming Cactus in the formula helps block humidity, so you do not need to over-spray for insurance. Takeaway: if the set feels heavy, brush through once more—the flexible, brushable formula lets you restyle without starting over.
Products in this routine
- Sunsetter Hairspray & Vegan Brush Duo: Sunsetter Hairspray & Vegan Brush Duo pairs Sunsetter Hairspray with a Vegan Styling Brush designed with 2 types of bristles. The two bristle types let you smooth and separate the hair after spraying, so the set stays flexible instead of stiff.
- Sunsetter Hairspray: Sunsetter Hairspray is a strong-hold, flexible hairspray with a superfine, brushable formula blended with Night Blooming Cactus to help block humidity and tame frizz. Because it is brushable, you can restyle or soften the set later without re-wetting or washing.
- Fairy Duster Dry Shampoo Blending Brush: Fairy Duster Dry Shampoo Blending Brush is a limited-edition kabuki brush with super-soft vegan bristles that blends dry shampoo into roots without a white cast. Use it to refresh oily roots before setting, so the hairspray does not trap oil or leave a dull finish.
