15 Temporary Hair Dye Sprays Perfect for Quarantine and Commitment-Phobes (2024)

If your carefully colored coif is starting to look more like a mane, trust us: We feel you. After the coronavirus pandemic forced salons to shut their doors, only select stylists in select areas have been given the green light to re-open, and that's with major protective restrictions in pace. Plus, for those that have re-opened, many stylists are already booked through November. So if you're hurting for a root touch-up—or in need of a complete reboot after months in quarantine—the chances of getting a professional to dye your hair is slim. Thankfully, you can stay safe and stylish with an at-home color job.

Temporary hair color sprays are an excellent alternative to box dyes and salon products. They only last for a few days, which makes them perfect for commitment-phobes, and they're fast: no need to repeatedly wash and re-wash your curls to get the desired hue.

For best results, spray in a well-ventilated area, cover your clothes with a towel (just to be cautious!), and hold the can several inches away from your head when applying color. Depending on your hair's natural tone, you might get slightly different results from others who have tried the same product. Compare and contrast sprays, and find what works best for you.

Dimitris Giannetos, a stylist who works with Meghan Trainor and Camila Cabello, recommends the Colorista spray from L’Oréal Paris. Giannetos says that this is his go-to spray for Trainor’s colorful looks. “You can play with colors from rose gold to a mermaid color,” said Giannetos. “And after a rinse, you can go back to your natural color!”

Hours spent indoors aren't apt to give your hair much oomph, so boost your highlights with this lightening spray. Apply on towel-dried hair, then use a blow dryer and styling iron to apply heat, which aids the lightening process.Use more or less product depending on your desired shade.

This shiny, lightweight spray comes in three ultra-chic colors, including a rose gold, a silvery purple, and a vivacious violet. They show up well on all types and textures of hair, making Desert Trip an all-around effortless pick for a party—even if it happens on Zoom.

If you're looking for an all-dayvibe, it doesn't get much more obvious than Kryolan's Dayglow spray. The productcomes in six bright colors, and glows under black lights! Don't worry: Even if you're not attending any festivals this summer, you can still accomplish the desired Insta aesthetic with this shimmering spray.

This completely natural, clean-formula lightening spray works for both blondes and brunettes. The effect is gradual, deepening after multiple weeks of daily use, which makes it essential for those who want a gentler (and longer-lasting) look.

If you love dying your hair fun, bright colors, you’re probably already pretty familiar with Manic Panic. The brand has now released eight of their most iconic colors in temporary spray forms. All of the sprays are vegan and cruelty-free, devoid of harsh chemicals, so feel free to get wild mixing and matching cans.

For a speedy solution to growing roots or grey strands, pop the top off this fast-drying solution, which covers unwanted areaswith instant, natural-looking color.

This spray is so easy to apply you can stash it with your shampoo and conditioner. In-shower application to wet hair creates a subtle, peachy pink color, or you can try it on dry hair for a brighter hue. Bonus: Unlike so many other sprays, this temporary tint smells heavenly.

If you're suffering from sprouting greys, toss a little of this stuff on top. The spray comes in eight shades, so you can find the exact match for your roots, and the quick-dry formula doesn't leave any icky residue behind.

This vividviolet hair spray can be removed easily in up to three washes, and you can seal it with other hairspray to make the color last longer.

If all you need is just a touch of color to elevate your look, this Schwarzkopf spray is the holy grail. Choose from four different shades for a trendy hint of strawberry, cool blue, aquatic green or anti-yellow (basically a platinum purple).

For an incredibly precise application, use the pinpoint actuator on this can to suss out any stubborn greys. The formula works well for both women and men, and comes in a variety of colors so you can match to your roots.

If you're feeling a little grimier than usual—aren't we all?—this formula uses rice starch in its spray to absorb dirt and oil while covering roots and strengthening hair fibers. Trust us, this little bottle is worth the price.

Thousands of Amazon reviewers swear bythis root-concealing product. One customer went so far as to say she keeps one can in her bathroom and one in her purse "at all times."

To accomplish an ombre balayage look without, y'know, paying for an ombre balayage look, stop searching: This is the spray you need.