Taming frizzy hair: Easy tips you can try today

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Fizziness occurs particularly in humid conditions when the hair cuticles get raised allowing moisture from the hair to pass through.

As a result, the hair tends to swell and the strands begin to stick out in various directions giving the head a disheveled appearance.

While dryness is the most common cause of frizzy hair, other factors which can contribute to frizziness are thicker hair strands, washing hair in hot water, split ends and most importantly using the wrong products to reduce frizz.

That said, if you want to get rid of frizz, there are ways and means to control frizzy hair, both before and after it occurs.

Trim the hair regularly

The first step towards taming frizzy hair is to get your hair ends trimmed regularly. Letting go of split ends or any kind of damage will slowly work its way into the hair shafts. Make sure you schedule your trims once in eight weeks to combat frizzy hair and keep your hair looking at its best.

Incorporate hydrating hair products

As we all know dehydration is the main cause of frizz, use only those products that restore the moisture levels. Pick a smoothing shampoo for coarse or frizzy hair that cleans your hair gently. For conditioning treatment use a reviving hair conditioning product that nourishes the hair and promotes the well-being of the scalp. Also control the heat of your shower while using these products.

Hair masks are a must

Incorporating a moisturizing hair mask in your general hair care routine is a great way to fix frizzy hair. Look for a relaxing and de-stressing hair mask to promote softness, hydration and comfort for the hair and the scalp. You can muti-ask if you find that your dry split ends are still experiencing frizz to evenly distribute the nourishment depending on the hair’s specific needs.

Use a microfiber towel

Wet hair can be a dampener but rather than using a friction-causing cotton towel that can lead to breakage of the wet strands invest in an absorbent microfiber cloth or head wrap. Consider using the Aquis hair turban to reduce hair shed and define the waves. Another plus point is they fold very neatly, are portable and easy to use on the go. Now there is no reason for your hair to suffer whether you are away from home or on a vacation.

Air dry your hair

Those with mild cases of frizz can get away by air drying the hair. In other cases, the key to achieving smooth defined waves is to apply a smoothing anti-frizz hair leave-on cream that keeps it shiny and easy to comb.

Use heat protection if you must heat style

When air drying is not an option, smart ways of styling can still yield beautiful frizz-free hair results. Always use a heat protection spray to protect all hair types from the stress caused by a blow dryer or straightener. The spray protects your hair from temperatures as high as 230 degrees Celsius.