Treatment for hair frizz

What is frizzy hair?

The word “frizz”, although it literally means “curly” actually refers to tightly curled, wiry, crispy hair. The unwanted frizz effect occurs in hair due to different reasons, making hair look a little spongy and unhealthy. It is an effect that occurs in all hair types, whether straight or curly.

Why does hair frizz?

One of the main reasons why hair frizzes is due to the climate, since environmental moisture penetrates hair capillaries and makes them swell in size. This causes an unpleasant feeling of static electricity and a messy look.

Another cause of frizz is dehydrated hair and excessive use of heat, such as hairdryers and tongues, which dry our hair out and make it more susceptible to frizz because moisture absorption is worse if our hair is split, which is constant in hair subjected to aggression.

Genetics, i.e. the type of hair we have, also play their part, since curly hair is dryer by nature and is usually more likely to be affected by frizz. Nevertheless, some types of straight hair also frizz, which is why it is just as important to look after it properly.

What solutions are there for frizzy hair?

Washing our hair with cold or lukewarm water is a big help, since hot water usually dries out our hair, thereby contributing to it frizzing. We should also avoid washing our hair every day so that the natural oils can work on our scalp. Three times a week is ideal.

Use conditioner and hair masks to nourish your hair. These products hydrate our hair so that it does not absorb more moisture than necessary. Furthermore, those products make brushing our hair easier, avoiding damage. We should cover our hair with a shower cap and allow the product to work for 20-30 minutes before rinsing it well.

Choose suitable products that form a protective barrier between the heat source and your hair before drying it. It is also a good idea to brush your hair while it is still wet. This will minimise any damage to your hair and keep it healthy and shiny, thus avoiding any frizz.

When drying your hair, try not to rub it with the towel as this causes static electricity making your hair frizz more. We recommend wrapping it in a towel and allowing it to dry by itself. Using very hot air to dry your is not advisable either.

Afterwards, when you brush your hair, we recommend brushing it gently, without forcing the bristles through your hair so as to avoid breaking it. Broken hair leads to frizz.

Best products for frizzy hair

1. One of the best tips to fight off frizz is to use a serum and formulae containing natural oils such as coconut, argan, almond, avocado, olive or jojoba oil.

2. Argan oil is one of the star haircare products because it provides deep nourishment, gradually repairing each hair fibre and it also acts as a filter to protect our hair from the elements.

3. The essential oils help to seal in moisture and soften our hair, thereby keeping frizz at bay and conferring shine. These oils should be applied by pouring a few drops on your hands and then spreading it from the middle to the ends of your hair, avoiding applying it to the roots. This product can be applied to dry or wet hair alike.

4. There are anti-frizz products and serums on the market that help to control frizz, which help us to keep our hair smooth. They can be applied to wet or dry hair and are very easy to use because it is enough to apply a small amount of the product on our hands and then spread it uniformly over our hair.

5. Finally, keratin treatment and occasional straightening are useful to avoid frizz. They help to smoothen the cuticle by adding a protective layer to our hair, thus improving its manageability. We recommend checking with a professional hairdresser in these cases.