4X MORE VOLUME*: Instant lift and fullness with this volumizing mousse *vs. flat, limp hair
72H HUMIDITY SHIELD: Protect your style from frizz and flattening with this hair mousse
48H FRIZZ CONTROL: This hair volume mousse keeps hair smooth and polished
POWERED BY STYLEPROTECT™ TECHNOLOGY: Seal in moisture, reduce friction, and smooth hair with this volume mousse
LIGHT, MOVEABLE HOLD + NO BUILD-UP: This mousse maintains natural movement without stiffness or stickiness in a lightweight formula for soft, touchable hair
NEXXUS PROTEIN-PROTECTIVE & COLOR-SAFE CARE: Help maintain hair’s strength and vibrancy after styling while boosting volume for healthy-looking hair with this mousse
Description
Hair is made up of protein. Every touch, every treatment, every style you love—it all rewrites your hair’s protein. When protein is damaged, hair’s look and feel is compromised. That’s why Nexxus uses protein science not just to repair hair but to restore its ability to perform. It isn’t about one perfect hair day. It’s about a lifetime of style, built strand by strand. That’s where STYLEPROTECT™ Technology comes in—delivered in a lightweight foam that coats each strand to seal in moisture, reduce friction, and smooth hair during styling. This advanced system creates a soft cast around hair fibers, providing moveable lift and flexible hold while shielding against humidity and frizz. Our Volume Medium Hold Mousse delivers 4X more volume* and boost. This hair mousse protects your style from frizz and flattening for 72 hours and keeps hair smooth and polished for 48 hours. This medium hold volumizing mousse helps maintain hair's strength and vibrancy after styling while boosting volume for healthy-looking hair. This mousse has a light, airy texture and flexible hold—all without stickiness or stiffness—so your style feels as full and soft as it looks. Nexxus, the protein science behind powerful hair since 1979. *vs. flat, limp hair
Hair Type: Normal, Dry, All Hair Types
Health Facts: Paraben-Free, Aluminum-Free, Dye-Free
Product Warning: Not for children under the age of three
Product Form: Mousse
Package Quantity: 1
Beauty Purpose: Volumizing, Hair Styling
TCIN: 10227519
UPC: 605592000010
Item Number (DPCI): 063-00-2775
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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WARNING: FLAMMABLE UNTIL FULLY DRY. DO NOT USE NEAR HEAT, FLAME OR WHILE SMOKING. CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. AVOID INHALATION. AVOID SPRAYING IN EYES. CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE. DO NOT PUNCTURE OR INCINERATE. DO NOT EXPOSE TO HEAT OR STORE AT TEMPERATURES ABOVE 120°F/50°C OR IN ENCLOSED PLACES THAT COULD OVERHEAT. DO NOT USE ON BROKEN SKIN. STOP USE IF RASH OR IRRITATION OCCURS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. INTENTIONAL MISUSE BY DELIBERATELY CONCENTRATING AND INHALING THE CONTENTS CAN BE HARMFUL OR FATAL.
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 9.42 inches length x 2.13 inches width x 1.97 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.79 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Alaska, Hawaii
Return details
This item must be returned to any Target store.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Q: Is this the original formula of Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam Styler in the Gold Can (original formula)?? the new formula in the pink can is not the same and highly inferior to the former formula.
submitted by Cindy - 10 years ago
A: The photo depicting the original product is not what I received--which was the inferior new mousse. I returned the item.
submitted bykfc - 10 years ago
A: Thanks for your question. The gold can is no longer available; we've asked our team to update the photo. We're disappointed that you didn't like the newer formula - please feel free to reach out to our team at consumer.services@unilever.com for assistance. Thanks!
submitted byNexxusExpert - 10 years ago
Brand expert
A: No, unfortunately it is NOT the same formulation and it is highly inferior. I don't know why Target stopped carrying the original Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam Styler in the Gold Can. I haven't found a similar substitute try Biolage Volumizing Mousse. It's better than the Nexxus Pink can IMHO.
submitted bycybermama16 - 10 years ago
A: interesting you said that. i thought i ordered the gold can but received it in pink instead. i wasnt sure if it is the same formula and noticed a bit of a difference... i tried a different brand but found that even the pink can is it still better than other brand. but you are right, the gold one is a lot better.
submitted byHomeGirlTraveler - 10 years ago
A: This is the new formula in the pink can. For my hair it works great but my hair is straight and thinning. The old formula was strong hold and heavier. I like the new one better.
submitted bypreacherslady1950 - 10 years ago
Q: Does this contain formaldehyde releasers?
submitted by Karen - 6 years ago
A: None of the ingredients listed are formaldehyde releasing. You can easier find that answer by googling. FR ingredient names are listed on many sites.
submitted byEm - 3 years ago
A: Frankly, the above answer provided by the NexxusExpert is highly nonspecific, evasive, and might suggest that the formula does contain formaldehyde releasers. Thank you, Karen, for asking this question as the misleading answer provided by NexxusExpert has prompted me to discontinue purchasing any Nexxus product.
submitted byconsumer - 5 years ago
A: Thanks for your interest! Formulations are subject to change. For the most up to date information, we suggest checking out the ingredients listed on the label prior to purchase. We hope this is helpful. If there is anything else, please feel free to contact us again.
submitted byNexxusExpert - 6 years ago
Brand expert
Q: is it color safe?
submitted by jp - 6 years ago
A: Thanks for reaching out-that is a great question! Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam is safe to use on color-treated hair. Our products have unique technologies that help keep you hair vibrant. If you have any other questions, please reach out to us directly at consumer.services@unilever.com.
submitted byNexxusExpert - 6 years ago
Brand expert
A: Hi JP! Our Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam is recommended for all hair types. You want to dispense about a golf ball size amount in the palm of your hand, and then spread it from your roots to ends of your hair with your hands or a comb. Hope this helps!
submitted byTarget Beauty Consulting - 6 years ago
Brand expert
Q: Is it gluten free? I don’t see any wheat listed on the ingredients....
submitted by Gfreemommy - 9 years ago
A: Gluten may be present in products that contain derivatives of wheat, oat, rye, and barley. In labeling our products, we follow the guidelines established by the International Nomenclature for Cosmetics Ingredients (INCI) process. Therefore, if we use an ingredient derived from a grain such as wheat, oat, rye and/or barley, those names will appear on the label.
The mousse has garnered attention for its ability to provide volume and hold without leaving hair feeling stiff or crunchy. Many guests appreciate its pleasant scent and lightweight formula, which enhances natural texture and shine. However, some have expressed concerns about the recent change in scent and formula, noting that it may not suit everyone, particularly those sensitive to strong fragrances. Overall, it remains a popular choice for achieving soft, voluminous hair.
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26 August, 2026Verified purchase
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Love how it makes my hair feels and the nice scent
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3 out of 5 stars
6 June, 2026
Strong scent
This product may not be ideal for people with sensitive noses because it has a strong scent. Other than that, it’s a great product—it provides good hold, adds shine to my hair, and doesn’t leave it feeling stiff or hard.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 3 months ago
Hi Rekha, We're disappointed to hear that our product Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing didn't meet your expectations. Please connect with our Consumer Services team at Unileverconsumercare.usa@unilever.com with your contact details and the ref ID: 55120859 so we can better understand your experience and work to improve.
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2 January, 2026Verified purchase
Awful shipping, good product. Photo upload not working.0
Great product (I've used it before this order), but I'm bummed that a somewhat expensive product arrived broken. No packing material at all in the box; it was just thrown in loose. No wonder it arrived broken. Now another waste of time to return yet another messed up item.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 6 months ago
Hi BH, thank you for sharing your feedback. We're really sorry to hear that your product arrived broken, and we understand how disappointing it is, especially when you already love the product and it arrives without proper packaging. We recommend reaching out to Target's Customer Service Team directly, they'll be best equipped to assist you and make things right.
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2 January, 2026Verified purchase
Amazing for naturally straight hair looking to hold blowout curls
Works amazing for naturally straight hair. Make sure to use a very small amount to start and rub into hands before applying to hair so there aren’t areas with too much build up and after styling like normal my hair holds curls and is still silky and soft. I also didn’t use it on my roots as I was worried it would make my hair look greasy by the rest of my hair still has great volume even after 3 days. The best
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27 October, 2025
DO NOT BUY unless you're okay with the bottle spontaneously leaking all over your vanity & ruining countless products
TERRIBLE product & packaging. I’ve had it for like 6 months & I use it once or twice a week & today all of a sudden, I came home & noticed the bottle was leaking from the bottom allllllll over my vanity. I had to throw away like 8 things that couldn’t be saved after being absolutely saturated in sticky mousse. I’m still figuring out how to save my counters. Literally SO ANNOYED. There was zero reason for this to happen aside from awful packaging. So yeah, definitely don’t recommend unless you’re in the mood to waste $100 replacing everything that it ruined.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 10 months ago
Hi Kayla, we're sorry your experience with Nexxus Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam. Your feedback is important to us, and we take it seriously. Our team would like to connect with you to gather some additional details. Please reach out to us at Consumer.Services@Unilever.com with your product details and the ref ID: 53025518. Thank you.
Kayla
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22 October, 2025Verified purchase
Love this Product!
Based on reviews I wasn’t sure I wanted to give this line a try, but I’m glad I did! The mousse works GREAT! Definitely hold my hair in place even with it being M hold. It doesn’t make my hair feel crunchy, it feels stiff as it dries but then my hair feels soft. I am in love with this product!
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1 out of 5 stars
5 July, 2025
originally posted on nexxus.com
I Prefer the Light Hold
This does not work for me. My hair is very thin and this new version makes my hair crunchy and fly away. I don’t even know how that is possible. I only used a little.
TriciaSG
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2 July, 2025
Works for me
I love the smell. I read reviews that says its too strong but I love the smell.
tom
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20 May, 2025
Best Around
Best Mousse, any hair style or cut! Love it!
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4 April, 2025
Best volumizing mousse ive ever used
Smells good and the results are great
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1 out of 5 stars
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22 September, 2024Verified purchase
The smell is gagging me!
I’ve been using Nexxus mousse for years. It’s always had a clean, neutral scent; a scent that wouldn’t linger. This new bottle has such a strong, god-awful scent of magnolia mixed with Bradford pear tree. If you’re in the south, you know what I’m talking about. I absolutely cannot STAND the scent to the point that it makes me gag.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 2 years ago
We're sorry to hear the scent of our Plus Volumizing Mousse wasn't the right fit for you. We appreciate your feedback, and we'll make sure to share your comments with our team.
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18 September, 2024Verified purchase
Hair products
It’s the best I have used. It really holds my curls. Use it all the time.
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24 June, 2024Verified purchase
Empty bottle
Empty bottle when i did a drive up pick up
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 2 years ago
We're so sorry to hear this! We recommend reaching out to Target's Customer Service Team directly for assistance.
Received empty bottle
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1 out of 5 stars
14 April, 2024Verified purchase
Arrived Empty!!
I love this product but I am disappointed in Target’s service and delivery. This item was out of stock in the store so I had it delivered but the container is basically empty. You can see that the item leaked during shipping. No padding or protection in box so it probably bounced around during the delivery process. 151 people in line for online chat and 30 minutes to wait for online support. Cannot use online Fix Issue for this item. On crutches for 10 weeks and unable to drive so basically I am out of luck on my $16 purchase.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 2 years ago
Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. We would like to help. Could you please email us at consumer.services@unilever.com?
atPinkLady
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1 out of 5 stars
24 February, 2024
originally posted on nexxus.com
New scent is way too strong.
Been using this mousse for years and years but the latest can is just terrible. It used to have just a very light, subtle scent but now it's very strong and offensive. I've tried to use it twice and both times I've had to jump back in the shower and shampoo it out. I can't speak to any difference in how the new formula works, as some other reviewers have, because I haven't been able to leave it in my hair long enough to find out. PLEASE go back to the old formula. And if you do go back, let us know because it sounds from the reviews that many of us will no longer be buying until we know that's happened.
MousseUserDan
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5 out of 5 stars
22 February, 2024Verified purchase
Good buy
Love this stuff. My new go to.
Scain
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1 out of 5 stars
18 February, 2024
originally posted on nexxus.com
New scent is awful!
The new scent is awful, I have used this product for years, I have allergies and I had no issues with this until they changed the formula. As soon as I applied it I immediately got sick, I washed it out and I couldn’t get rid of the smell. Please bring back the old formula. There are a lot of people that can’t tolerate such strong scents.
Essential Sandy
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1 out of 5 stars
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10 February, 2024Verified purchase
No longer foamy....
My bottle went flat a month after I bought it. It came out like water. Disappointed.
1 reply from NexxusExpert team - 3 years ago
We're so sorry to hear you had this experience with our Volume Medium Hold Hair Mousse. The quality of our products are very important to us, and we'd like to ask a few questions - could you please email our team at consumer.services@unilever.com, and share ref ID: 46456549, so we can ask you some questions. We'll be waiting for your email!
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2 out of 5 stars
17 December, 2023
originally posted on nexxus.com
New strong smell
Loved this mousse for years. They just added an awful fragrance that is so overwhelming it gives me a headache. Why mess with a good thing nexus.