Fighting The Frizz

My daughter hates her hair. Several of my friends* DO NOT expose your hair to the elements
hate their hair, too. Why? Because it tends toSun and wind will both dry your hair causing
frizz!excessive frizzing. Try to wear a scarf or hat to
We\'re not talking afro style frizz here or evencover your hair whenever you\'re in the sun and
anything remotely close, but when your hair\'sespecially if you know you\'re going to be
supposed to be sleek and smooth, even thespending a lot of time outdoors. A scarf will also
tiniest amount of frizz can be frustrating.protect against wind damage. You might also
While I\'m not going to suggest I can cure yourconsider buying hair products that protect against
problems, having had my share of the frizzesUV rays (they have a SPF - Sun Protection
I\'ve picked up a good few tips through the yearsFactor).
and hopefully, by following them, you\'ll soon be* DO have your hair cut regularly
experiencing frizz-free days, too.Those with frizzy hair will probably be happier with
* DO NOT wash you hair dailya short style but whatever you choose, it\'s
Although you may feel that your hair will be dirtyimportant you visit your hairdresser regularly as
if you don\'t wash it every morning while yousplit ends will only add to the problem.
shower, others are very unlikely to notice. Only* DO try to keep your hair dry
greasy hair will show signs of being unwashedDamp air leads to frizz. Unfortunately, we can\'t
after one day and frizzy hair is rarely greasy. Onalways ensure that our hair will stay dry but if
the contrary, the fact that you\'re stripping awayyou think it might rain, carry an umbrella. There
your hair\'s natural oils is the most likely cause ofare some really funky looking brollies around these
your frizz problem. Leave your hair for 3-4 daysdays so they won\'t cramp your style.
between washes.* DO NOT use heated styling tools
* DO use conditionerHair dryers, straightening irons and curling tongs all
Try to find a moisturising conditioner and use itdamage the hair and should be avoided as much
after every wash. It\'s really worth paying a littleas possible. If you MUST use them, always use a
extra for a good quality conditioner and if youprotective product on your hair beforehand. If
can\'t afford both a good shampoo and a goodyou\'re uncertain of the kind of product you\'d
conditioner, put the extra money into theneed, ask your hairdresser for advice.
conditioner.* DO use anti-frizz products
* DO give your hair an intensive hot oil treatmentProducts such as frizz-ease aren\'t just another
About once every third wash (if you\'re stickingway of getting you to part with your money.
to the 3-4 day washing guide), use a leave-inAlthough they\'ll never completely eliminate the
intensive conditioner on your hair. This will helpproblem, they really do help decrease it. However,
replace any natural oils that your hair has lost dueit\'s important that you stick with the other tips,
to the abrasive cleaners in shampoo and your hairtoo. Using anti-frizz products alone simply isn\'t
being exposed to the elements (sun, wind etc).enough.
* DO NOT use chemicals on your hairAlthough I can\'t promise your frizz problems will
Those who are unhappy with their hair have adisappear, these tips should at least help you
tendency to colour it and use all sorts of othereliminate the worst of the problem.
chemicals in a vain hope of somehow making itJust remember that whatever nature\'s given
look better. The truth is, these chemicals are justyou, it\'s a lot better than if you\'d not been
adding to your problem. If your hair has agiven anything at all.
tendency to frizz, keep away from unnecessaryHave a happy hair day!
chemical products.