If you have a hair diffuser attachment for your blow dryer, use it to dry your hair. Set it for a low speed and point it away from your roots to keep from frizzing your hair. [3] X Research source You could also use an anti-frizz serum. Just apply it from about 1⁄4 in (0. 64 cm) from your scalp all the way down to the ends of your hair.
If you want to make your hair straight and smooth, wait until your hair is about 75% dry, then blow dry it with a brush or comb attachment. For curlier hair, use a diffuser and start blow drying while your hair is still wet. [5] X Expert Source Shun PittmanMaster Cosmetologist, Global Salon Educator & Author Expert Interview. 2 December 2021. Try drying just the ends of your hair to add more volume near your scalp. [6] X Expert Source Shun PittmanMaster Cosmetologist, Global Salon Educator & Author Expert Interview. 2 December 2021.
Not all alcohols are bad for your hair! Some alcohols, like cetyl and stearyl alcohol, are actually derived from fats, and are essential for creamier curl-friendly products.
Eggs contain lots of protein and fat making them natural moisturizers. For especially brittle hair, use more egg yolk than white for your rinse. You can do an egg rinse about once a month. [9] X Research source Make sure you shampoo and rinse with cool water. Otherwise, you’ll cook the egg into your hair. [10] X Research source
Massage the mixture into your scalp and let it sit for a few minutes for the best results. [12] X Research source Try doing this once or twice a week to keep your hair healthy. [13] X Research source Apple cider vinegar can also help balance your hair’s pH as well as treat dandruff and an itchy scalp. [14] X Research source Apple cider vinegar is a good clarifying treatment for removing buildup on your hair, but it can promote frizz. That’s why it’s important to follow up with a styling product. [15] X Expert Source Shun PittmanMaster Cosmetologist, Global Salon Educator & Author Expert Interview. 2 December 2021.
You can try adding other ingredients to the mask for more moisturizing power. Add 1-2 tablespoons of eggs, sour cream, or even mayonnaise. Play around with the combinations and find what works best for you. [17] X Research source Another method is using a combination of bananas and honey. Take one ripe banana, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and 1 tablespoon of honey and blend them together. As with the avocado, work it into your hair and let it sit for half an hour before shampooing. [18] X Research source
Whisk together 1 can of coconut milk and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add 4 tablespoons of lime juice and 2-3 tablespoons of cornstarch. Whisk constantly. The cornstarch will thicken the mixture until it resembles conditioner. Add more cornstarch if the mixture seems too thin. [20] X Research source Allow the mixture to cool and then work the conditioner into your hair. Work in sections and make sure every strand is covered. [21] X Research source Cover your hair with a plastic cap and sit under a hooded dryer. If you have access to a heat thermal cap, you could use that instead. Let the treatment sit for 30 minutes before rinsing and shampooing your hair. [22] X Research source Try this variation for a natural detangler. Mix the following ingredients until smooth: 1 cup of coconut milk, 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 1 cup of plain non-fat yogurt. Apply the mixture to your hair, working in sections. Cover your hair and wait 45 minutes before rinsing. [23] X Research source
Try switching shampoos. Look for something with glycerin near the top of the ingredient list. Glycerin protects the hair and moisturizes it from the inside out, both of which can fight frizz. [25] X Research source Look for a shampoo that is sulfate free. Sulfates are foaming agents used in a lot of shampoos. While sulfates are not necessarily bad for your hair, some people find them harsh. You might find that a milder shampoo helps keep the frizz down. [26] X Research source If you can’t bear the thought of dirty hair after a few days without washing, try using a dry shampoo.
Search for a conditioner that has glycerin and other hydrating ingredients in it. Shea butter is common, as is coconut oil. [27] X Research source Some conditioners have protein in them, which help tame frizz and add to your hair’s shine. [28] X Research source If you have curly hair, try co-washing, where you skip the shampoo and only use conditioner on your hair. Do this a few days a week to prevent over-drying the ends of your hair , or using only conditioner on your hair. [29] X Research source
After pressing the water out of your hair, wrap your hair in a towel. Lean over and let your curls fall into a towel. Wrap the towel around your hair and then pull it up as if it were a turban. Leave your hair like this for at least 20 minutes to add some shape to your curls and keep your hair from frizzing. [30] X Research source
After your shower, add a little leave-in conditioner to your fingers as you work your hair. [32] X Research source Don’t use a comb or styling brush on dry hair. If you need to tend to your hair when it’s dry, just wet your hands and start finger-combing. [33] X Research source
