How to Control Frizzy Hair

Hair is said to be a woman’s crowning glory. Hair is one of the most amazing part of the human’s body. It is one of the things that people will look at to know one’s personality and identity. That is why it is important to know how to take good care and fix our hair.

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One of the most common problems you will encounter about your hair is frizz. Frizzy hair occurs when the outer layer of the hair is raised allowing the moisture to pass through which can resulted to a dry hair.

In this article, you will be able to know what are the things you can do to prevent and control frizzy hair. It is important to know first the reasons or causes of frizzy hair to know how we can avoid and control it. Below are the causes of frizzy hair:

1. Dehydration

Dehydration could lead to dryness of the skin as well as the scalp which can result to frizzy hair.

2. Heat

Applying too much heat to your hair is one of the main reasons of frizzy hair.

Not only can you get it through hair styling devices but from the environment as well like the sun’s heat and pollution. So, it is important to protect your hair and avoid too much heat.

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3. Shampoo

Not washing your hair can make it dull and dirty. Hygiene is important for you to attain physical health. However, remember not to overuse, and use only the amount that you needed. Overusing of shampoo can damage your hair too. Using wrong shampoo can also damage the hair; therefore, always know the contents of your shampoo. Never settle for less.

4. Not using a Conditioner/ Over use of conditioner

Unconditioned hair is dry, frizzy, and dead. However, always remember to use the amount of conditioner that you only need. Just like shampoo, too much conditioner can damage your hair as well.

5. Chemicals

Over processing and application of hair treatment such as straightening and curling chemicals can damage your hair. These treatments are often associated with high and strong chemicals that can damage your hair and make it look dull.

However, there are things you can do in order to prevent or control frizzy hair . The following are:

1. Drink plenty of water and eat healthy.

As mentioned above, dehydration is one of the reasons of frizzy hair. Dehydration can be prevented when there is enough water inside the body. Always drink water and eat healthy foods. Be careful of what you eat and put in your body. Remember, in order for you to attain physical health, it is important to work on the inside also.

2. Don’t towel-dry your hair.

Using your regular towel to dry your hair is a big mistake. Rubbing your hair using a towel to dry it up can only damage your hair. It can also cause frizzy hair and worst, breakage and damage.

3. Use heat protectant spray

When using flat or curling iron and any other devices that produce heat and need direct contact to your hair, always use heat protectant cream, oil, or spray. It can help the hair to absorb or avoid direct contact of heat that can cause frizzy hair.

4. Condition hair

Always condition your hair. Also, choose your conditioner carefully. There are products that are made of strong chemicals that can cause hair damage, but there are also conditioners now that are made up of natural elements such as aloe vera, coconut, and many more. Conditioners from natural ingredients are good for the hair.

5. Choose your shampoo

Choose a shampoo that not only helps you clean your scalp and hair but also one that conditions your hair. Choose a shampoo that does not contain some strong chemicals which damage the hair. Always go for natural.

6. Use hair vitamin

Nowadays, hair vitamins and oils are popular. There are plenty of hair vitamins or hair oils that are sold to pharmacies and department stores today. Mostly, they contain vitamin E and essential oil to protect and help the condition of the hair.