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This $16 hairspray was the secret behind models’ ‘vintage bombshell’ blowouts at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show

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Radol, E. (2026, October 19). This $16 hairspray was the secret behind models’ ‘vintage bombshell’ blowouts at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. New York Post. https://pagesix.com/2026/10/19/style/victorias-secret-fashion-show-models-used-16-loreal-paris-elnett-hairspray/

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At the recent Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, L'Oréal Paris Elnett Unscented Hairspray, priced at $16, became a favorite product for creating luxurious hairstyles. Stylists like Dimitris Giannetos used it to achieve shine and movement in models’ hair, including that of Alessandra Ambrosio. Known for its humidity-resistant formula and long-lasting hold up to 72 hours, the product has been favored by celebrities such as Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Kate Middleton, and Jennifer Lopez. Reviews highlight its ability to provide flexible hold without stiffness or residue.

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At the recent Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, L'Oréal Paris Elnett Unscented Hairspray was the go-to product for achieving the "vintage bombshell" hairstyles seen on models like Alessandra Ambrosio and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Stylist Dimitris Giannetos praised it for adding shine and movement to the hair, contributing to a luxurious and effortless look that lasted up to 72 hours. Introduced in 1960, Elnett Hairspray has maintained a cult following due to its humidity-resistant formula and easy brush-out properties. Huntington-Whiteley expressed her admiration by stating, "If I could sum up my career in one scent, it would be the L'Oréal [Elnett] Hairspray." The product's enduring popularity is evident at high-profile events like Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, where it plays a crucial role in creating iconic hairstyles.

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The biggest lift on the runway didn’t come from a push-up. asserted

lift → come → up

Last night at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, all eyes were on the lingerie, including the buzzy $50 million diamond bra Kylie Jenner wore. asserted

Jenner → include → bra

But the ultimate accessory was undoubtedly a bombshell hairstyle, perfected with L’Oréal Paris Elnett Unscented Hairspray. asserted

accessory → perfect → Hairspray

The $16 drugstore icon was the product of choice among many stylists, including Dimitris Giannetos, who used it for “shine and movement” on Angels like Alessandra Ambrosio. asserted

who → include → Ambrosio

A luxurious, effortless Angel with a soft, glamorous bounce,” he added in a press release. asserted

he → add → release

The longtime staple is beloved for its humidity-resistant formula, which brushes out easily and promises to never get crunchy or sticky. asserted

which → brush → formula

It also adds shine — not to mention, the hold lasts up to 72 hours. asserted

hold → add → hours

(It’s available in both unscented and fruity floral options. asserted

It → ’ → options

Elnett Hairspray debuted in 1960 as a counter to the hard-hold sprays that were popular at the time, and it’s maintained a cult following in the years since. asserted

it → debut → years

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is such a fan, she even once told Refinery 29, “If I could sum up my career in one scent, it would be the L’Oréal [Elnett] Hairspray. uncertain

it → tell → scent

Any time I smell it, it takes me right back to being 16 on my first shoot.” asserted

it → smell → shoot

Devotees also include Kate Middleton and Jennifer Lopez, plus the thousands of shoppers who swear by it. asserted

who → include → it

“This sounds ridiculous, but I saw one of the Orange County Housewives using this (and her hair is gorgeous and not stiff at all), so I thought I’d give it a try. asserted

I → sound → try

Not only does it hold my hair when I curl it, it’s also totally flexible, so I don’t look like I have helmet head,” reads one review. asserted

review → hold → head

“It brushes out completely without leaving residue,” the same person added, while a second shopper dubbed it “the holy grail.” asserted

shopper → brush → it

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