Definition
A brand of aerosol hairspray in a distinctive blue can that became ubiquitous in the 1980s for its strong hold and was used to create and maintain voluminous, feathered hairstyles.
Example Usage
She went through a can of Aqua Net every week just to keep her hair properly shellacked.
Origin
The product was introduced in 1956 but became iconic during the 1980s hair boom; the blue can design is instantly recognizable.
Fun Fact
Aqua Net became so associated with '80s culture that it's now a nostalgic symbol of the decade, often referenced in retro media.
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