Wave goodbye to frizzy hair with these simple tricks.
1. Wash in sleekness:
Start in the shower with a moisturising shampoo and conditioner. ‘They contain ingredients that smooth each strand’s outer layer – the secret to shiny, frizz-free hair,’ says stylist Hannah Williams.
For fine hair, apply conditioner from the mid-shafts to the ends only, to prevent flat locks. Stay away from volumising formulas which can exacerbate frizz
Try: John Frieda Frizz-ease Shampoo and Conditioner (R100 each)
2. Style with serum:
A styling ingredient like silicone can tame even the unruliest tresses. ‘Thick or coarse hair needs a lot; you’ll find it in a serum,’ says Heather Warnke, director of global haircare innovation for John Frieda. If you have thin hair, opt for a cram or lotion, which has less of the frizz fighter.
Try: Giovanni 2chic Brazilian Keratin & Argan Oil Ultra-Sleek Leave-in Conditioner & Styling Elixir (R199). For Ethnic hair, a safe bet is Dr Miracle Curl Care Boosting & Defining Leave-in Conditioner (R69,99, available only at Clicks)
3. Forget air-drying:
‘When you let your hair air-dry, it absorbs humidity – the culprit behind frizz,’ says Williams. ‘The faster your hair goes from wet to dry, the quicker you lay down the cuticle and the less likely it is to frizz out.’ If you can’t dry right after showering, rewet hair when you’re ready to blow-dry it, then dry it 100%. Any residual moisture will cause frizz later. A final shot of cool air will help further seal the cuticle.
4. Check your brush:
Parched of fried hair is especially frizz-prone. Luckily your scalps own oils can keep strands supple, with the help of a boar-bristle brush (good for everyday brushing and blow-drying). ‘These natural oil attach to the bristles, and the brush distributes them down the length of your locks, coating and protecting them,’ says Eva Scrivo, author of Eva Scrivo on Beauty (Atria Books)
Try: Denman Boar Bristle Brush (from R99,95)
5. Try an up-do:
If you’ll be outdoors en route to an indoor destination, shield your hair from humidity by pinning it up until you arrive. ‘Only the top layer will be exposed, while all the hair underneath will stay sleek,’ says Williams. Skip elastics, which can create creases. Take your hair down on arrival, and run your palms over any stray frizz; the natural oils on your skin will help smooth them.
