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Aussie Complaint - Aussie Hairspray Glued My Head to the Pillow! - Instant Freeze
Instant Freeze - Complaint
Now I know what everyone is complaining about. I've read quite a few complaints about the clogged nozzle on Aussie's Mega hairspray and have advised people to just clean it after each use. I was wrong.
I guess Aussie finally got around to changing the formulation of my hairspray, Aussie Instant Freeze. This is the umpteenth time they have changed it, and I have to tell you, it's starting to get on my nerves.
Whatever the new ingredient in this formulation is, it behaves just like glue. It's so sticky that my head is actually stuck to the pillow in the morning. If anyone dares to smell my hair, it will make sniffing glue a thing of the past. Just sniff hairspray! But here's the thing. It doesn't hold any better, it's just stickier! I can only assume that Aussie is using a cheaper ingredient in an attempt to cut costs. However, I think they will be cutting customers in the process.
I've been using Aussie products for at least twenty five years and have suffered through all the changes. I honestly don't know why I am so loyal, as I feel completely betrayed. This last change may be the one that puts me over the edge. As others have said, the nozzle is constantly clogged. You have to press so hard for the hairspray to come out, that when it finally does the force sends your hair into another galaxy. It's so difficult to use that I just don't think I can continue to buy this product any longer.
I never thought I'd say this, but I wish Procter and Gamble would cut Aussie's R&D budget. They seem to have more money than they know what to do with. Either that or they have too much time on their hands. Why can't they just leave well enough alone?
I guess Aussie finally got around to changing the formulation of my hairspray, Aussie Instant Freeze. This is the umpteenth time they have changed it, and I have to tell you, it's starting to get on my nerves.
Whatever the new ingredient in this formulation is, it behaves just like glue. It's so sticky that my head is actually stuck to the pillow in the morning. If anyone dares to smell my hair, it will make sniffing glue a thing of the past. Just sniff hairspray! But here's the thing. It doesn't hold any better, it's just stickier! I can only assume that Aussie is using a cheaper ingredient in an attempt to cut costs. However, I think they will be cutting customers in the process.
I've been using Aussie products for at least twenty five years and have suffered through all the changes. I honestly don't know why I am so loyal, as I feel completely betrayed. This last change may be the one that puts me over the edge. As others have said, the nozzle is constantly clogged. You have to press so hard for the hairspray to come out, that when it finally does the force sends your hair into another galaxy. It's so difficult to use that I just don't think I can continue to buy this product any longer.
I never thought I'd say this, but I wish Procter and Gamble would cut Aussie's R&D budget. They seem to have more money than they know what to do with. Either that or they have too much time on their hands. Why can't they just leave well enough alone?
Aussie Instant Freeze
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Posted by singsing on 2010-09-20:
That's tough, Venice. I don't use this sort of thing, so I guess I won't have to worry about gluing my head to anything. I could sort of see it getting stuck to a bus seat too, especially once the humidity did it's job to it. My weapon here is products that help your hair not to frizz!
Posted by Alain on 2010-09-20:
Even though I don't use the product, I'll pass this along to my wife!
Posted by MRM on 2010-09-20:
Aye Caramba!
Posted by PepperElf on 2010-09-20:
yikes
i guess proctor and gamble are running the aussie name into the ground?
i guess proctor and gamble are running the aussie name into the ground?
Posted by ript on 2010-09-20:
Sorry Venice, but you got to admit, imagining your head stuck to your pillow is funny. I don't use hairspray, but if I did, I shower every night so wouldn't have that problem. Have you tried their non-aerosol sprays? Paul Mitchell makes a pretty good freeze spray.
Posted by trp2hevn on 2010-09-20:
I'm sorry too Venice, but that visual just makes me laugh.
Posted by Mrs. V on 2010-09-20:
Anyone remember Adorn hairspray? That was the best one that was on the market at the time. Held in ANY type of weather but was still not sticky and had a nice smell.
Posted by DebtorBasher on 2010-09-20:
The Aussie products smell soooooo good! I use their spritz spay to super glue the legs of spiders so they can't run away, then I kill them. I really did buy the product to use as a bug spray, it works great.
Posted by shootingstar1284 on 2010-09-20:
Yikes, I use that! It used to be my favorite hairspray when I didn't want my hairdo to budge in a wind tunnel. I haven't bought a new bottle recently, but thanks for the warning Venice!
Posted by Skye on 2010-09-20:
Good review Venice!
Now that I'm thinking about it, maybe I should of looked into Aussie Instant Freeze for the paper wasps invasion, instead of calling the Orkin man!
Now that I'm thinking about it, maybe I should of looked into Aussie Instant Freeze for the paper wasps invasion, instead of calling the Orkin man!
Posted by Sparticus on 2010-09-20:
I used this brand as a kid in high school (I think it was the same brand). I remember it smelled and felt a lot like glue! ;-)
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-20:
I know that hairspray is supposed to be sticky. In fact, I don't even bother using anything that says it's flexible. I have straight, fine hair that needs all the help it can get. If I didn't use hairspray there would be no point in styling my hair at all. And non-aerosol spray makes it worse. It's too heavy and wet.
I switched to Freeze when Aussie Volume became too sticky. Freeze had just the right amount of stickiness and washed out easily. However, everything this new formula comes in contact with is sticky, such as the floor, countertop, but it doesn't hold any better! That's the part that gets me. Well, that and the darn nozzle. I'm tired of nothing coming out of the can. I was a little skeptical about the other reviews, but now I see what everyone means.
My biggest complaint is that they change the formulas so often you never know what you're going to get. Sometimes it says 'New Formula' on the can, but most of the time it's a surprise. I really don't know why I keep buying their products. I think it's time to look for something new.
And yes, I have used it to kill bees and wasps. I never thought to use it on spiders. I have an arrangement with the spiders. We've agreed to coincide as long as they don't come anywhere near me. So far it's been working nicely.
I'm not kidding about my hair being stuck to the pillow. That's how sticky this stuff is. And the awful humidity isn't helping.
I switched to Freeze when Aussie Volume became too sticky. Freeze had just the right amount of stickiness and washed out easily. However, everything this new formula comes in contact with is sticky, such as the floor, countertop, but it doesn't hold any better! That's the part that gets me. Well, that and the darn nozzle. I'm tired of nothing coming out of the can. I was a little skeptical about the other reviews, but now I see what everyone means.
My biggest complaint is that they change the formulas so often you never know what you're going to get. Sometimes it says 'New Formula' on the can, but most of the time it's a surprise. I really don't know why I keep buying their products. I think it's time to look for something new.
And yes, I have used it to kill bees and wasps. I never thought to use it on spiders. I have an arrangement with the spiders. We've agreed to coincide as long as they don't come anywhere near me. So far it's been working nicely.
I'm not kidding about my hair being stuck to the pillow. That's how sticky this stuff is. And the awful humidity isn't helping.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-20:
I do remember Adorn and Aqua Net. Those are my first memories of hairspray. Maybe it's time to go back to the beginning. If they're still around, I'd be willing to try them again.
Posted by lakisha j on 2010-09-20:
Doesn't that stuff make your hair break off?
Don't know this personally but next to gold and silver spray paint, Aqua Net is pretty popular with the huffers so don't pick up a nasty habit with that stuff!
Don't know this personally but next to gold and silver spray paint, Aqua Net is pretty popular with the huffers so don't pick up a nasty habit with that stuff!
Posted by Mrs. V on 2010-09-20:
Unfortunately, Adorn and Aqua Net is almost only found online (Amazon, Ebay) now :(
I have found Adorn once or twice in 10 years at Big Lots, though, lol ^_^
I've heard some nice things about Biolage (though, I haven't used it).
I have found Adorn once or twice in 10 years at Big Lots, though, lol ^_^
I've heard some nice things about Biolage (though, I haven't used it).
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-20:
Thanks for the info, Mrs. V. We have a few dollar stores here. One of them might just have it. I hesitate to try anything expensive because chances are I won't like it. I have so many hair products that I've only used once or twice and are stashed away under the sink. At least if it's cheap, I don't mind throwing it away.
Posted by CrazyRedHead on 2010-09-20:
I used to be a big user of super extra hold Aqua Net when I was younger (80's big hair phase). You could style your hair with a pillow and it would stay put. Imagining the commotion in the morning when you try and get out of bed. Puts new meaning to the term "bed head". LOL. Luckily, I don't need that stuff anymore, I've gone to the long straight look. Getting caught in a downpour now isn't as upsetting, since I'll look the same when wet as I did when dry.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-20:
I was never able to wash and go, CrazyRed. There's an advantage to straight, fine hair because it doesn't get frizzy, but mine just does nothing if I don't attempt to style it. I was never able to keep it long. It just looked bad.
If I get caught in a downpour with this hairspray, my head will look like Fisher Price little people!.. haha
If I get caught in a downpour with this hairspray, my head will look like Fisher Price little people!.. haha
Posted by singsing on 2010-09-20:
venice, I have fine, straight hair, but it does get frizzy in this humidity. I think the best way to find a product you like is to ask your hairdresser. That's what I do and I've been introduced to Kerastace products that work great here in this always humid weather. I'm hoping it works well at home too because I really like it. (Does anyone know if this line is carried in the US?)
Posted by Ytropious on 2010-09-20:
Nothing worse then sticky hair products. I don't use hairspray, but I've used aquage before. Stuff sprays like butter and holds well. Too bad it's one of those pricey salon brands.
Posted by Alain on 2010-09-21:
Aqua Net makes the best explosive charge for potato cannons. We used it on a 'target area' on the Shenandoah River in Virginia and it gave us an extra 50 feet in range. You need that to hit a moving raft sometimes.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-21:
I think I've seen Kerastase in Target in the aisle with the more expensive haircare products. That's where they have the L'Oreal EverStrong shampoo and conditioner that I like so much. I don't think there's a hairspray though, and it would probably be more than I want to spend. I've never seen Aquage, but that is also probably too expensive. I've tried just about every styling gel/mouse/spray out there, even the expensive ones, and I always go back to Aussie Volume gel and Aussie hairsprays. The gel has hops in it, which is my favorite styling ingredient. Ever try rinsing your hair with beer? The hops works great.
I wonder if Aqua Net still uses the same formula it did years ago. It does seem a bit scary, Alain. Kisha, I never thought about hair breaking off but that makes sense if the hairspray makes the hair too stiff. I could see that happening. Ript, I do admit that my head being stuck to the pillow is pretty funny.
Maybe I'll just invest in a good razor and shave my head.
I wonder if Aqua Net still uses the same formula it did years ago. It does seem a bit scary, Alain. Kisha, I never thought about hair breaking off but that makes sense if the hairspray makes the hair too stiff. I could see that happening. Ript, I do admit that my head being stuck to the pillow is pretty funny.
Maybe I'll just invest in a good razor and shave my head.
Posted by singsing on 2010-09-21:
Thanks, Venice. I'll check out the aisle when I get home! That way I won't have to bring it with me in my luggage.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-21:
Hopefully you'll come home to cool, crisp autumn air!
Posted by Sassy2 on 2010-09-25:
Your review was halarious!!
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-25:
Thanks, Sassy! I wrote it in the heat of the moment and was hoping that came through. I'm still annoyed, but at least now I'm laughing!
Posted by raven2010 on 2010-09-25:
Venice, I use pantene Ice hairspray---hold really well, never ever sticky.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-25:
Raven, I've tried Pantene but I don't remember which one. I'll have to check my stash to see if Ice is in there. I always check the sample bins so I can try new ones without having to buy a big can. I haven't found too many hairsprays though. I'm hoping that if Aussie gets enough complaints they will fix this. But even if they do, they'll just change it again. Like I said, I don't why I've remained so loyal to this brand. They don't seem to care about their old customers who get hooked on the products. They even told me once that they change formulas to attract new customers. What about me?
Posted by raven2010 on 2010-09-25:
I know venice, it is annoying when something tried and true suddenly changes!
Posted by chrissiann on 2010-09-25:
I'm sorry about the hairspray, but your review had my boyfriend and me laughing out loud! it is hilarious!
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-25:
Thanks, chrissiann! I like nothing better than to make people laugh. It does the heart good.
Posted by heliot52 on 2010-09-26:
I haven't used any hair styling products in 2 yrs. Reason is that I developed a reaction to the plastics used in spray, gel, and mousse that had not only my hair falling out more than normal, but also my lashes and brows, too. The products made my scalp burn, and caused my face to look like I had 1st degree burns. After 2 yrs of not using the stuff, my brows and lashes are back, skin is normal, and hair is thicker than ever! If you have any of those symptoms, you might want to stop using the products for 2 weeks, look for any changes that might indicate what is pretty much an allergic reaction to your hair products. The only downside is that I can't use mascara any more, but I can live with that.
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-09-26:
Sounds awful, heliot. Thank goodness it wasn't permanent and that the hair grew back. I'm not having any of those problems, but thanks for the warning and advice. I'll keep it in mind.
I don't use mascara. It's too rough on my eyelashes. I use Ardell Brow and Lash Growth Accelerator instead. It's like a lash conditioner. You can get it at drugstore.com and other places online. But I understand if you're hesitant to use anything on your lashes under the circumstances.
I don't use mascara. It's too rough on my eyelashes. I use Ardell Brow and Lash Growth Accelerator instead. It's like a lash conditioner. You can get it at drugstore.com and other places online. But I understand if you're hesitant to use anything on your lashes under the circumstances.
Posted by Lifemates on 2010-10-04:
I agree it sounds nasty
Posted by Venice09 on 2010-10-04:
As I'm getting to the bottom of the can, I noticed that there's an overwhelming smell of alcohol. I never noticed that before. It really IS nasty.
Posted by Venice09 on 2011-01-21:
I thought I'd post a follow-up to this review. I contacted Aussie through its website, and they sent me a coupon. But that didn't solve anything. However, I noticed that the design of the can changed, so being a glutton for punishment, I tried it again. I think they actually did alter the formula to make it less sticky. The nozzle still gets clogged, but my hair is no longer sticking to the pillow. Ahh, the power of feedback.
Posted by Mrs. V on 2011-01-21:
I'm glad that it work out better for you ^_^ And thank you for letting us know the outcome!
Posted by awagz on 2012-03-17:
i'm having the clogging/breaking problem with aussie instant freeze. tried soaking nozzle in hot water, baking soda and vinegar (not at the same time though :O). still clogged. gonna try other stuff now. anyone know of a comparable? used to use pantene but became sensitive to the panthenol. makes my nose, scalp and skin around my hairline itch. thanks!
Posted by sherry on 2013-01-21:
This hair spray is the only one that will keep my hair in place..I Love it..keep making it please!!
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