Frizzy hair can be a big problem especially for those with curly hair and is among the biggest style spoilers. Frizzy hair is often a result of a dehydrated cortex (the inner layer of the hair shaft). Frizzy hair can be caused by many things: from lack of moisture to applying too much styling products. Fortunately there are a few simple things you can do to tame your frizzy hair and too keep it under control. Taking a proper care of your hair, using de-frizz products and following these simple steps will keep your hair healthy-looking and will ensure your hair always looks its best.

WHAT CAUSES FRIZZY HAIR:

• abuse of heat appliances – curling irons, flat irons, blow-dryers
• applying too much styling products
• improper hair care
• frequent perming, bleaching, coloring your hair
• using harsh chemicals on your hair
• lack of moisture
• stress, illness, some medications
• poor diet
• brushing wet hair
• touching your hair too often during the day
• high humidity in the weather
• excessive exposure to the sun, tanning beds
• towel rubbing your hair after shampooing
• imbalance of the pH level of your hair
• washing your hair too often with improper shampoo
• pulling your hair back tightly
• constant blow-drying and straightening your hair
• static elasticity

The most common cause of frizzy hair is moisture deficiency. If you don’t take a proper care of your hair it can become porous and can lose its ability to retain its natural moisture. Just like your skin, your hair needs moisture too, in order to look and feel healthy and beautiful. That’s why using a moisturizing and nourishing shampoo and conditioner is essential.

Chemically treated hair often looks frizzy. If you color, bleach and perm your hair frequently you may seriously damage it, causing dryness, split ends and frizziness. Chemical treatments deplete the hair of its natural moisture which usually leads to damaged and dry hair.

Frequent usage of heat appliances can also lead to frizzy hair. Constant straightening or curling your hair with a curling iron or with a flat iron damage the hair shaft and contribute to the problem of frizz, especially if you don’t use a heat protecting product. Blow-drying your hair every day is more likely to cause frizziness and split ends even if you use a protective product.

Another cause of frizzy hair is using improper hair care products for your hair type and for your hair needs. For example if your shampoo is too harsh it can cause dry hair, split ends, frizzy hair and even dandruff. If your hair is prone to frizziness you should use a moisturizing shampoo that is appropriate for your hair type. Your conditioner should also be moisturizing, containing more natural ingredients – honey, chamomile. Frequent washing of your hair can also lead to frizzy hair because you will strip your hair of its natural oils.

Frizzy hair may also be a result of stress, illness, lack of essential vitamins, minerals, amino acids and poor diet. Recent studies show that some medicines and hair care products can also contribute to frizzy hair, such as oil-based conditioners, relaxers, gels, mousses, foams. Frizziness may also be hereditary – if your mother is prone to frizzing you are more likely to have a frizzy hair too.

High humidity also causes frizzy hair, making your hair look frizzy even after a few minutes being outdoors. Exposure to humidity in the climate can cause coarseness and damage to the hair, because your hair absorbs water through the cuticles, causing it to revert back and become kinky looking. Using an anti-frizz product before going out may help you, since these products provide excellent protection from humidity.

Brushing wet hair with a plastic hair brush combined with touching your hair too often may also cause frizzi.

HOW TO TREAT AND TAME FRIZZY HAIR PROPERLY:

• The most important thing in treating frizzy hair is to use appropriate hair care products for your hair. Your best choice will be a moisturizing shampoo and a moisturizing conditioner. A good shampoo will cleanse your hair well and will keep your hair well-moisturized and healthy-looking. These shampoos contain more moisturizing and nourishing ingredients that intensely hydrate and restore the hair as they seal in moisture, restore shine and manageability. If your hair is prone to frizzing you shouldn’t wash your hair every day as doing so can damage and dry it even more. Washing your hair twice a week should be enough to keep it clean and healthy-looking. Rinse your hair with cold water after the conditioner to lock down the cuticles and prevent frizzing.
• Cream conditioners work best in controlling frizzy hair – they help repair damaged cuticles, improve elasticity and the general appearance of your hair. Apply the conditioner every time you wash your hair and leave it on for a few minutes to penetrate deeply into the hair. Leave in conditioners are also good in controlling frizziness as they rehydrate the hair during the day. Don’t use oil-based conditioners because they can contribute to frizz.
• Apply a hair mask once or twice a week to condition and nourish your hair. Look for a moisturizing and nourishing hair mask containing natural ingredients and apply the mask generously to the hair, concentrating on the ends. Leave the mask on for approximately 10/ 15 minutes and rinse it thoroughly.
• Doing a deep conditioning treatment once or twice a month is the best way to tame frizzing. A deep-conditioning treatment will restore and repair your hair, making it smooth, soft and well-hydrated.
• Limit blow-drying your hair to once or twice a week because frequent blow-drying, curling or straightening your hair can seriously damage your hair and cause frizzing, especially if you don’t use a heat protecting product. Never run the dryer over the hair up and down as doing so may cause split ends and frizzing. Choice a ionic blow-dryer as it’s less damaging.
• Style your hair with silicone-based products but never apply too much as it can make your hair look greasy, dirty and can make it frizz even more. There are some great de-frizz (anti-frizz) creams, serums, gels on the market that reduce frizzing. Apply the product only over the problem areas of your hair and distribute it evenly. The de-frizzing products remove frizz permanently and restore the shine of the hair, providing protection against humidity. They can be applied on wet or dry hair.
• Never brush your hair if it’s prone to frizzing even if your hair is straight. Instead use a wide-toothed comb to style your hair. Using hair brush may cause split ends and can make your hair frizz even more.
• Use pomade, designed for curly hair to tame frizzing and apply only a small amount, spreading it evenly throughout the hair. Apply the pomade on slightly damp hair and allow it to dry before styling your hair.
• Get your hair trimmed regularly to prevent split ends and frizz. A good hair cut can tone-down frizz.
• It’s better to let your hair dry naturally – don’t use blow-dryer and don’t run your hair with a towel.
• Use products especially designed for your hair type.
• Look for products containing moisturizing agents, vitamin E, Aloe Vera, honey, chamomile, olive oil, panthenol and glycerin.
• Always apply de-frizz products before styling your hair.

To learn more see also the articles:

How To Get Rid Of Split Ends And How To Treat Split Ends ProperlyВ

How To Color Your Hair At Home Properly

How To Treat Oily Hair At HomeВ

Simple Tips For Amazing And Healthy HairВ

Recommended Anti-Frizz Products:

Dove Smooth & Soft Anti-Frizz Cream ($4.50) – Smoothes away frizz and tames fly-aways, won’t leave hair weighed down, even after reapplying.

Sunsilk De-Frizz 24/7 Creme ($4) – Creme with Aloe-E that tames your most beastly frizz, even on humid days.

John Frieda Frizz-Ease Frizz-Ease Daily Nourishment Leave-In Fortifying Spray ($5.20) – Fortifying, conditioning formula instantly infuses dry, damaged, frizz prone hair with wheat proteins and glycerin to repair and revitalize. Instantly detangles for smooth, silky, vibrantly healthy-looking results.

Neutrogena Hair Care Triple Moisture Smooth Shine Anti- Frizz Cream ($7.30) – This anti-frizz cream spreads gently into hair strands, taming frayed strands to create an exceptional smooth look. Provides exceptional frizz control with all-day softness and smoothness that’s never sticky or weighed down.

John Frieda Frizz-Ease Instant Touch-Up Glossing Spray ($6) – Instantly improves any finished style by helping to eliminate any trace of frizz or split ends. Spray on shine. Revitalize hair in-between shampoos or any time a quick hair pick-me-up is needed.

Redken Smooth Down Butter Treatment ($14.50) – Help replenish oils, provide intense smoothing, and a long-lasting, humidity-resistant, frizz-free finish.

Phyto Phytobrush Anti-Frizz Shampoo ($22) – an innovative shampoo specially formulated to facilitate effective blow-drying and smooth frizzy hair. Rich in vitamins and sugar, Acacia honey strengthens and softens hair, and provides it with a non-rigid hold.

Rene Furterer Fioravanti Anti Frizz Silkening Conditioner ($27) – ideal for smoothing down unruly hair and controlling frizz, makes blow-drying easy and quick.

TIGI Bed Head Spoil Me Defrizzer ($16) – an instant defrizzer, smoother and restyler.

Sebastian Laminates Hairspray Anti-Frizz Thermal Shine Styler ($16.20) – This hair spray finishes any look with control and shine Unique thermal styling attributes protects hair from heat. The perfect accessory to heat tools to both flatten and create shapely styles.