How to Quickly Fix Frizzy Hair

Apply a silicone-based serum before styling your hair. This type of serum coats each strand to ensure the cuticles stay flat and don’t lift.

• Use a wide-tooth comb to distribute the serum and let your hair dry or style it with a blow dryer. Silicone products often work better when combined with heat styling.

Expert's Response

ADVICE FROM THE EXPERT

Laura Martin, a licensed beauty expert, responds: "Minimize stress on your hair, use moisturizing products, and avoid interfering with your hair's natural wave patterns. Try brushing your hair in the shower, styling it immediately after stepping out, and letting it air dry. Frizz is often a result of excessive touching or scrunching."

Spray a styling product onto your comb before brushing. Styling products help straighten hair and keep it smooth for longer periods.

Use a detangling spray designed for kids to make combing easier. Children's detangling sprays contain less oil compared to other products and will help you smoothly remove tangles with a comb.

• You can also create your own detangling spray by mixing one-third conditioner with two-thirds water in a spray bottle.

Apply a hair shine spray to tame flyaways. Lightly spray a shine product and use a small brush or comb to smooth out short, unruly hairs that never seem to stay in place.

• You can purchase hair shine sprays online or at your local supermarket.

Style your hair into a bun or high ponytail. If you only have five minutes to fix frizzy hair in the morning, a quick bun or ponytail might be your best solution.

• A high bun is particularly suitable for frizzy hair as it naturally embraces a slightly messy look.

Opt for a gentle, moisturizing shampoo. Avoid shampoos with harsh ingredients as they can strip your hair of moisture, leaving it drier.

• Make it a habit to use conditioner after every wash.
• The frequency of shampooing and conditioning depends on factors like oily scalp, dry hair, colored hair, and water quality. Take an online hair quiz or survey to determine how often you should wash and condition your hair.

Choose a protein-rich conditioner. This type of product helps repair frizz and leaves your hair looking shiny and healthy.

• Select a thick conditioner and leave it on for about five minutes before rinsing, unless you have fine hair. Remember, heavy products are not ideal for frequent use.

Check if the product contains alcohol. Alcohol can dry out your hair, especially when it’s a primary ingredient, making frizz worse. Look for these ingredients on the label (or any similar ones): ethanol, ethyl alcohol, SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, propanol, or propyl alcohol.

• Some alcohols used in hair products are fatty alcohols, which are acceptable. These typically have chemical bases like lauryl, cetyl, stearyl, or similar derivatives.

Use water mixed with a styling product in a spray bottle. An hour before washing your hair, spray a small amount of this mixture into your hands and apply it to your frizzy hair. After washing, dry your hair with a cotton T-shirt, and you’re done!

• Using a cotton T-shirt instead of a regular towel can improve your hair’s texture, leaving it soft and smooth.

Consider using hydrating or anti-humidity products based on your hair type. For curly hair, hydrating products help absorb moisture from the air, reducing frizz. For straight hair, anti-humidity products prevent moisture loss, which can cause frizz. The necessity of these products depends on the humidity levels throughout the year.

Rinse your hair with carbonated mineral water. This is the simplest and easiest way to tackle frizz. The low pH of carbonated water helps reduce hair frizz.

• Shampoo and condition your hair as usual, then finish by rinsing with a few cups of carbonated mineral water.

Use apple cider vinegar as a hair rinse. The acidity in apple cider vinegar is highly effective in tackling frizzy hair and leaving it shiny and healthy.

• After shampooing and rinsing out the shampoo, pour diluted apple cider vinegar mixed with water in a 4:1 ratio over your hair, from roots to tips.
• Leave it on for about 30 seconds, then rinse thoroughly with cold water. Follow up with your regular conditioner. Repeat this method once a week.
• For extremely frizzy hair, mix one cup of apple cider vinegar with two cups of water, apply it to your hair, and let it sit for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with cold water, ensuring no vinegar smell remains.

Create a hair mask with avocado and olive oil. These ingredients act as natural conditioners, as both avocado and olive oil are excellent for moisturizing. Avocado also contains beneficial fatty acids and vitamin E, which help repair frizzy hair.

• Mash one avocado in a bowl and add a small amount of olive oil. Mix the two ingredients well.
• After shampooing and towel-drying your hair, apply the avocado mask, ensuring even coverage. Leave it on for 30 minutes to an hour, then rinse thoroughly.
• Use a conditioner to remove any avocado scent. You can also add mayonnaise to the mixture, as its fat content enhances the mask's moisturizing properties.
• Use this hair mask once or twice a week to prevent dryness and nourish your hair.

Use eggs to moisturize your hair. Eggs contain natural amino acids that revitalize hair follicles and smooth frizzy hair. Additionally, eggs have enzymes that eliminate bacteria and remove excess oil from the scalp.

• Whisk one egg with a tablespoon of olive oil. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to allow the ingredients to blend.
• Apply the mixture to your hair, ensuring full coverage, and leave it on for about 20 minutes. Leaving it on longer may dry out your hair.
• Rinse thoroughly and proceed with your regular shampoo routine.
• If using eggs feels messy, you can opt for egg oil instead.

Apply natural oils like coconut oil and olive oil to your hair ends. Coconut oil is highly moisturizing and has a pleasant fragrance. Rub a small amount of coconut oil between your fingers and apply it to your hair when it feels dry or frizzy.

• Focus on the ends rather than the roots to avoid making your scalp oily.
• You can also use olive oil in the same way. Add a few drops to your palms and smooth it over damp hair ends to lock in moisture.

Try a hot oil massage or a hair mask treatment. Ensure the oil is at a comfortable temperature before applying. You can perform a hot oil massage at home using pure olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil, almond oil, or rosemary oil.

• Heat one cup of your chosen oil in a pot for 2-4 minutes.
• Let the oil cool to room temperature or a tolerable level. Feel free to add two tablespoons of honey, as warm honey helps smooth hair strands.
• Apply the oil to your scalp, gently massaging from roots to tips.
• Wrap your head in a plastic cap or warm towel to retain moisture. Leave it on for an hour, then shampoo and condition to remove the oil.

Use beer as a hair rinse to deeply moisturize your locks. The natural enzymes in beer work to repair frizzy hair, leaving it shiny and healthy. Dark beers, such as amber or stout, are particularly rich in nutrients and moisture, making them ideal for this treatment.

Avoid using round brushes on wet hair. Brushing wet hair with a round brush can damage the hair cuticle and cause stretching, leading to breakage. Instead, gently squeeze out excess water with a microfiber towel or an old cotton T-shirt, and use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to detangle.

Dampen your hair before finger-combing dry strands. If you can't use a round brush on dry hair but still need to maintain your style on a humid or windy day, wet your hands slightly and use your fingers to smooth out frizz and tangles.

Only blow-dry the roots of your hair. This technique adds volume without drying out the lengths and ends of your hair.

Use a round brush or paddle brush for smooth, sleek hair. While blow-drying the roots, rotate the brush as you comb to help the cuticles lay flat against the hair strands.

Avoid using regular towels to dry your hair. Regular towels can lift the cuticles, making your hair appear frizzy instead of smooth. Instead, opt for a microfiber towel to gently absorb moisture without causing damage.

Steer clear of flat irons and curling wands. These tools essentially "bake" your hair strands, stripping moisture and leading to increased frizz and damage.

Avoid over-treating your hair with straightening products. These methods can leave your hair brittle and prone to breakage, so use them sparingly or avoid them altogether. Consider heat-protectant products if necessary, and explore heat-free styling alternatives.