Steps to Frizz-Free Hair
1. Start in the Shower
Start in the shower with a hydrating, repairing shampoo. When hair is well nourished, it's less likely to react to humidity. Limit sudsing to every other day. This allows your body's natural oils to condition the scalp and hair follicles.
2. Choose Tools Wisely
They are not all created equal. For straight locks, boar-bristle brushes are gentle (read: less breakage) and will help distribute hair's natural oils. Before washing, brush hair from root to tip to detangle strands and stimulate blood flow on the scalp. Curly girls should stick with wide-tooth combs, used only after conditioner.
3. Always Apply Anti-Frizz
Always apply anti-frizz product on damp hair from roots to tips, whether you are letting it dry naturally or using heat.
If blow-drying, first use a heat-protectant spray. Start upside down and dry about 70%. Flip head up and run a medium-size brush through 2-inch layers, lifting at the crown. Keep strands smooth by angling blow-dryer down toward the ends.
For wavy hair, divide into five sections starting in the back. Add a combo of lightweight lotion and styling cream to each and diffuse until mostly dry. Spritz a finishing spray all over and then let it be—touching hair repeatedly creates fuzz.
If you air-dry, a leave-in conditioner is key to taming wild hair.
4. Strengthen Strands
Strengthen strands with an at-home protein mask to rebuild keratin, which is what your hair is made of. Aim for once a week; regular treatments will increase softness and shine. Check label listing for corn, rice, wheat and soy proteins. All are extremely moisturizing.
5. Quick Fix
For a quick fix, apply a silicone-based cream or serum. An oil treatment—argan, Moroccan or similar—will also give you gorgeous glossiness.
1. Start in the Shower
Start in the shower with a hydrating, repairing shampoo. When hair is well nourished, it's less likely to react to humidity. Limit sudsing to every other day. This allows your body's natural oils to condition the scalp and hair follicles.
2. Choose Tools Wisely
They are not all created equal. For straight locks, boar-bristle brushes are gentle (read: less breakage) and will help distribute hair's natural oils. Before washing, brush hair from root to tip to detangle strands and stimulate blood flow on the scalp. Curly girls should stick with wide-tooth combs, used only after conditioner.
3. Always Apply Anti-Frizz
Always apply anti-frizz product on damp hair from roots to tips, whether you are letting it dry naturally or using heat.
If blow-drying, first use a heat-protectant spray. Start upside down and dry about 70%. Flip head up and run a medium-size brush through 2-inch layers, lifting at the crown. Keep strands smooth by angling blow-dryer down toward the ends.
For wavy hair, divide into five sections starting in the back. Add a combo of lightweight lotion and styling cream to each and diffuse until mostly dry. Spritz a finishing spray all over and then let it be—touching hair repeatedly creates fuzz.
If you air-dry, a leave-in conditioner is key to taming wild hair.
4. Strengthen Strands
Strengthen strands with an at-home protein mask to rebuild keratin, which is what your hair is made of. Aim for once a week; regular treatments will increase softness and shine. Check label listing for corn, rice, wheat and soy proteins. All are extremely moisturizing.
5. Quick Fix
For a quick fix, apply a silicone-based cream or serum. An oil treatment—argan, Moroccan or similar—will also give you gorgeous glossiness.