Okay so my hair is very 'unruly' naturally curly and slightly dry also very hard to get a brush through. I'm super particular about my products but will definelty take the time out to write a 5 star review when warranted, and I LOVE THIS HAIRSPRAY! I've been diagnosed with {Multiple Chemical Sensitivity} MCS and very concerned with anything contain harsh & harmful chemicals. So needless to say, my entire home is full of non-toxic products the best to my ability and happy to add my new hair spray & hair gel to list. When I first sprayed, I noticed a light mist and pleasant smell. The smell is like a lemongrass, citrus, grape fruit. Its not harmful whatsoever because my symptoms would tell me so. This product is also listed on the Enviromental Working Group App {EWG} as a '2' for zero allergy/cancer related concerns. The scale of numbers range from {1-10} 1 being the least harmful to 10 being the most harmful. After showering, I apply the Herbal Choice Mari hair gel to my wet head, let air dry then add the Organic hair spray as my finishing product when styling my hair. The hold is light, not stiff, nor sticky and not firm. Just natural enough to keep it styled but not enough to hold it from the highest desert winds {as I live in NV} However, being that its toxic free, has a great scent, cruelty free, does the job, and cost effective--this product is the right choice for me. And as I said, I'm very picky when it comes to what products I use on my hair or body in general. Both in ingredients and how they work overall. Give this hair spray a chance! I do understand that everyone's needs are different in hair texture and in choice but I can honestly say, I am impressed for it being a natural organic product, and I will be purchasing it again. Thank You Mari for caring about the planet, what goes into your product, and the people who NEED IT due to chemical sensitivities.