Singer and entrepreneur Nupur Sanon has set social media buzzing after sharing what she calls her “liquid gold in a bottle” — a homemade hairspray she claims keeps her hair fresh even on day three post-wash.
The video quickly racked up thousands of comments requesting the recipe, including one from actor Kriti Sanon, who jokingly asked her sister to send a bottle home. Responding to the demand, Nupur posted a detailed follow-up explaining exactly how to recreate the mix.
It sounds simple. Almost too simple.
Nupur Sanon’s ‘Golden’ Hairspray Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 cups water
- Fresh or dried rosemary leaves
- 2 cloves (no more)
- 1 tablespoon classic, unflavoured green tea
- 1 tablespoon fresh aloe vera or 99% pure aloe vera gel
Method
Step 1:
Bring 1 to 1.5 cups of water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat before adding ingredients.
Step 2:
Add rosemary leaves (fresh or dried), followed by exactly two cloves. Nupur cautions against exceeding this quantity, noting cloves can irritate the scalp. Stir in one tablespoon of unflavoured green tea.
Step 3:
Allow the water to cool to lukewarm before adding aloe vera. She emphasizes never mixing aloe into hot water, as heat may reduce its soothing properties.
Step 4:
Mix thoroughly, strain into a spray bottle, and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the ingredients to steep.
How She Uses It
In earlier posts, Nupur shared that she prefers spraying the mixture at night after a light oiling session, particularly on days she stays indoors. While she says it’s gentle enough for regular use, she advises discarding each batch after six to seven days and preparing a fresh one weekly.
She credits consistent use for maintaining light, fluffy hair between washes.
But does it actually work for everyone?
Expert Opinion: Safe, But Not a Miracle Fix
To assess whether the DIY spray lives up to its viral reputation, we looked to medical insight.
Dr. Bhawuk Dhir, Consultant Dermatology at PSRI Hospital, explains that while the ingredient list appears relatively safe, expectations should remain realistic.
According to him:
- Rosemary may support scalp circulation.
- Green tea contains antioxidants that benefit scalp health.
- Aloe vera can soothe mild irritation.
- Cloves have antimicrobial properties.
However, he stresses that hair growth and hair fall are medically influenced by genetics, hormones, nutrition, stress, and underlying scalp conditions. A homemade spray cannot replace clinically proven treatments like minoxidil or prescription therapies when medically required.
Potential Risks
Botanical ingredients, though natural, are not risk-free. Cloves and rosemary extracts can trigger:
- Itching
- Redness
- Burning sensations
- Contact dermatitis
- Scalp swelling in sensitive individuals
Dr. Dhir recommends:
- Conducting a 24-hour patch test behind the ear
- Limiting use to two to three times weekly instead of daily
- Discontinuing immediately if irritation occurs
- Avoiding use altogether if you have dandruff, psoriasis, or a sensitive scalp
So, Is It Worth Trying?
Nupur Sanon’s DIY hairspray is simple, affordable, and built around ingredients commonly associated with scalp care. For individuals without sensitivity issues, it may offer mild conditioning and freshness benefits.
However, it is not a clinically validated solution for hair growth or hair fall.
The takeaway: it can be an experimental addition to a routine — but not a replacement for medical advice or evidence-based treatments.
Would you try this viral “liquid gold” recipe, or are you sticking to salon-approved formulas?
