12 Ways to Fight Frizzy Hair All Summer
Warm summer days can be hard on your hair. Try these tips to for smooth, silky strands all summer long.
Your best summer hair
Ironic, isn't it? The very same activities that make these warm days
so much fun—swimming, cruising in a convertible, lounging in the sun
(slathered in sunscreen... right?)—can be murder on your strands. Follow
our strategies and you'll get through the season unscathed.
Skimp on the suds
Sun-damaged hair is extra fragile, so shampooing every day can cause
breakage. "Skip a day or two between sudsing to give your strands a
rest," says New York City hairstylist Nunzio Saviano. When you do pop
open the bubbly, be gentle: Shampoo can strip away hair's natural oils.
Before washing, apply conditioner from midshaft to ends (the hair that's
been hanging around the longest and is the driest). Then lather up at
the roots only, letting the suds trickle down, to lock in moisture while
still cleaning strands.
Max out on moisture
Parched hair loves moisture like a Kardashian loves an Instagram
filter. Use a leave-in conditioner after each shampoo: Look for one
that's loaded with hydrating ingredients (shea butter, vitamin E, etc.).
Every two weeks, comb in a deep-conditioning mask; it works like
spackle, filling the holes along the cuticle to strengthen hair.
Try L'Oréal Professionel Absolut Repair Lipidium Masque . "After applying, tie your
hair back in a bun, then let the mask sink in for at least 20 minutes," says Johnny Gaita, a hairstylist in New York City.
Mend the ends
Splitsville? Seal frayed ends and prevent breakage with a few drops of nourishing argan oil.
We like Moroccanoil Pure Argan Oil.
"The ends of your hair will benefit most from an oil treatment because
they're super porous," says Los Angeles hairstylist Jenny Cho. Apply the
oil an inch or two from the bottom of your hair, then run your fingers
down the shaft to "close" the cuticles. Don't forget regular trims—get
one every eight weeks. The healthier your ends are, the more easily
they'll drink in all the moisture.
Apply sunscreen... to your strands
Yep, hair SPF is legit: It works by preventing the sun's rays from
penetrating the shaft and breaking down pigment molecules. Before
venturing out, add protection with a lightweight product that has UV
filters. Try Phyto Plage Protective Sun Veil . Or make your own: Dilute 2 teaspoons of sunblock with a cup of water in a spray bottle.
Amp up the hue
Bolster faded strands by lathering up once a week with a
color-depositing shampoo in a shade that's close to your own. "It
delivers neutralizing pigment to give your shade an instant boost,"
Saviano says. To counteract the orange in oxidized blond or light brown
hair, try a violet-tinted formula, such as Oribe Bright Blonde Shampoo
for Beautiful Color.
Go for gloss
Another way to liven up a faded shade between colorings: applying an
at-home gloss every four weeks. A clear formula will revive shine, while
a tinted one will dispense translucent color to revitalize your hue.
Bonus: Glosses close tightly around the cuticle, so strands stay smooth
and protected. Think of it as a topcoat for your hair! We like Rita
Hazan Ultimate Shine Gloss.
Add (longish) layers
Know what happens when frizz-prone hair is all one length? It looks
bottom-heavy. "Layers help distribute the weight and work with your
texture so strands flow better," Cho says. Avoid razor cuts: If they're
not done right, they can shred the ends of your hair, causing them to
look frayed.
Smooth things over
Frizzy hair needs moisture—lots of it—to stay smooth. The trick:
Apply a silicone-infused cream after you shampoo. It creates a barrier
to keep your hair's natural moisture locked in and bad moisture (from
humid air) out. A good one: Suave Professionals Luxe Style Infusion
Smoothing Lightweight Weather Proof Cream.
Or, says Los Angeles hairstylist Sunnie Brook Jones, try a "hair
smoothie" (one part styling cream mixed with one part smoothing serum).
The first creates hold; the second helps fight moisture in the air that
can cause frizz.
A little patience, please
If you've got to wield a blow-dyer, make sure that your strands are
completely dry before you hit the off button.
"If there's even a hint of moisture, the cuticle won't lie flat," Gaita
warns. Keep hair untangled during the day by flipping your head over and
lightly combing the underlayers of hair with your fingers or a
wide-tooth comb—you'll get lift without disturbing your style.
Consider a lob
"Hair that lands above the shoulders has more body and bounce," Jones
says. If you're not quite ready for a cut, tackle steamy days by
pulling your hair into a low, tight bun. "You can pack a lot of texture
into a bun, unlike a ponytail, which can look limp," Jones notes. To
keep the style from seeming severe, let flyaways live naturally around
your face, or coax out a few pieces by using your palms to lightly rough
up the hair around your hairline. "It gives off a pretty, lived-in
vibe," Jones says.
Lighten up
Since lanky strands get dirty easily from humidity and sweat, the
goal is to cleanse your hair without weighing it down, Cho says. Start
with a volumizing shampoo and conditioner (they're designed to be
lightweight). Dilute the conditioner with a bit of water, or simply use
less of it—no more than a nickel-size amount. And never apply on the
roots, Jones says: "Think of your hair as a canvas and consider what
part you want to 'paint.'" Rinse thoroughly, lifting sections of hair
all around your head.
Keep it simple
When it comes to styling products, less is definitely more. Loading
up can make hair wilt. "Stick with one product that's a bit on the dry
side, like a texturizing spray or gel," Saviano says. Apply it near the
roots to absorb excess oil. Our fave: (7) Not Your Mother's Double Take
Dry Finish Texture Spray. If your hair has a natural wave, spritz on a salt spray and tousle.
It may be an easy fix, or be trickier to treat. Find out now.
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