GIOVANNI Hair Styling Products

GIOVANNI is known for hair care that extends well beyond washing and conditioning, with styling products for different hair types, techniques and finished looks. Shop Naturally is an Official Australian Stockist, offering GIOVANNI styling products for smoothing, definition, shape, texture, body, hold and preparation for heated styling.

The collection includes serums, sprays, gels, waxes, mousse, volumising products and heat protectants. You don't need to understand every formula before you begin. Start with what you want your hair to do, then narrow your choice by format, level of control and when the product fits into your styling routine. For cleansing products, head to our GIOVANNI shampoo range.

+Read More

GIOVANNI Hair Styling Products

+Read More

The best

GIOVANNI Styling Products Buying Guide

Choosing a styling product becomes much simpler when you start with the result you want rather than the product name. Think about how you would like your hair to look and feel, how much control the style needs and whether you usually work with damp hair, dry hair or heated tools.

Start with the result you want

For a smoother, more polished finish, begin with the anti-frizz serum collection. These products are the most relevant place to look when flyaways and smoothing are your main priorities.

If you want deliberate definition, texture or shape, take a look at hair gels or hair waxes. Mousse may be more appealing when you want body with flexible styling, while a hair volumiser focuses more specifically on lift and fullness. A finishing spray can then provide hold once the style is in place.

Think about how much control you need

More control isn't automatically better. Hair that you want to keep soft and moving has different styling needs from a defined or structured look. Gels and waxes are useful starting points for more intentional shaping, while mousse and volumising formats may suit styles where body and movement matter.

A hair spray is generally used to finish and hold a completed style rather than create every part of it. Hold and finish can vary between individual formulas, so let the description of the particular product guide your final choice.

Consider your hair type and texture

Fine hair can become weighed down when too much product is applied, making lighter application and targeted placement especially useful. Thick hair may need more thorough distribution through sections, while straight, wavy and curly hair can require different levels of definition, smoothing or control.

Rather than relying on hair type alone, consider the combination of your hair's texture and your intended result. Someone with curls may want definition, body or flyaway control, for example, and each goal can point towards a different format. Individual product information remains the best guide to the uses stated for a particular formula.

Think about when you style your hair

Some styling products are worked through wet or damp hair before drying, while others are used on dry hair to shape, smooth or finish. That timing affects which format is likely to fit comfortably into your routine.

If you regularly blow-dry or use heated styling tools, start with the GIOVANNI heat protectant collection. These are the products specifically presented for heat-styling use. Other products may have their own relevant directions or claims, so follow the application guidance for the formula you choose rather than assuming every styling product is used in the same way.

Build a simple styling routine

You may only need one product. A mousse could provide the body and definition you want, or a gel may deliver sufficient shape and control on its own. More involved styles can use compatible products at different stages, such as a product applied before drying followed by a finishing product on dry hair.

Give every product a clear job instead of layering several products simply because they're available. Decide what you need at preparation, shaping and finishing stages, then use only the steps relevant to your style. As formulas and directions differ, there isn't one universal order that applies to every combination.

Compare GIOVANNI Styling Products

This quick comparison links each broad styling goal with the most relevant part of the GIOVANNI collection. Use it to narrow your starting point, then consider the individual formula, directions and finish within that product type.

Styling goal	Product type to consider	Useful when you want
Smoothing and flyaway control	Anti-Frizz Serum	A smoother, more polished finish and targeted flyaway control.
Finishing and hold	Hair Spray	Help keeping a completed style in place after shaping.
Definition and control	Hair Gel	Definition, shaping and control across the hair or selected sections.
Texture and separation	Hair Wax	More deliberate texture, separation or targeted shaping.
Body and flexible styling	Hair Mousse	Body, shape or definition with a mousse format.
Lift and fullness	Hair Volumiser	More body or lift, particularly where hair tends to sit flat.
Heated styling	Heat Protectant	A product specifically presented for use as part of heat styling.

Do I need hold, shape or both?

Shape is about creating the style, while hold is about helping it stay in place. A gel or wax may be used for deliberate shaping and definition, whereas a finishing spray is applied once the style has been created. Some routines use one product; others separate these jobs.

Should I choose mousse or a volumising product?

Mousse is worth considering when you want body alongside flexible styling or definition. A volumising product is the more direct starting point when lift and fullness are the main goals. The better fit depends on the finished result you want and how you prefer to apply your styling product.

GIOVANNI Styling Products FAQ

Which GIOVANNI styling product should I choose?

Start with the result you want. Consider serum for smoothing and flyaway control, gel or wax for deliberate definition and texture, mousse for flexible body, volumiser for lift, and spray for finishing hold. If heated tools are part of your routine, look at the products specifically presented for heat styling.

Can I use more than one GIOVANNI styling product at a time?

Yes, compatible products can be used together when each one has a clear purpose. You might use one product while preparing or shaping the hair and another to finish the completed style. Application methods vary, so use the directions for each formula to work out where it belongs in your routine.

Do I apply GIOVANNI styling products to wet or dry hair?

It depends on the product. Some formulas are intended for wet or damp hair before drying, while others are applied to dry hair for shaping, smoothing or finishing. Some may allow more than one application method. Following the stated directions will give you the clearest starting point for that particular format.

How much hair styling product should I use?

Begin with the amount stated in the product directions. Where the directions allow you to adjust the quantity, starting with a small amount makes it easier to build up gradually. Hair length, thickness, texture and the amount of control you want can all affect how much feels right.

Do I need a separate heat protectant when using heated styling tools?

Choose a product with stated heat-styling directions or heat-protection claims when that is the job you need it to perform. The GIOVANNI heat protectant collection is the clearest place to start. Other styling formulas may have their own directions, so base your routine on the claims and intended use of the individual product.

Expert Advice for Using GIOVANNI Styling Products

A little application know-how can make styling products easier to work with, particularly when you're trying a new format or combining more than one step.

Start with a small amount

Where the product directions allow you to adjust the quantity, begin modestly and add more only if needed. It is usually easier to build definition, texture or control than to remove excess product once it has been distributed. This approach can be particularly useful for fine hair or concentrated formulas.

Distribute the product evenly

Instead of placing the full amount in one spot, spread the product between your hands when appropriate and work through manageable sections. Even distribution reduces the chance of one area feeling heavily coated while another receives very little. Sprays should be used according to their stated distance and application directions.

Apply it where it has a job to do

Placement should reflect the result you want. A product used for root lift has a different job from one intended to smooth lengths or define selected sections. Targeting the relevant area can give you more control over the finish without automatically applying the same amount everywhere.

Layer products with a purpose

Before adding another product, decide what it contributes. Preparation, body, definition and finishing hold are separate jobs, and not every style needs all of them. When combining formulas, follow their individual directions and introduce the layers gradually so you can judge how the combination feels in your hair.

Use the finished result to guide next time

If your hair feels weighed down or stiffer than you wanted, try less product or fewer layers next time. If the style needs more definition or control, increase the amount gradually or reconsider the format rather than adding a large quantity at once. For heat-styling products, keep to the stated application method before blow-drying or using heated tools.

Need help choosing? If you're not sure where to begin, contact the Shop Naturally team for help narrowing the GIOVANNI styling range by your hair, styling method and preferred finish.