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Why is my hair frizzy after blow drying?

lamcgraa
Jul 7, 20224 min read

Do you find it difficult to find products that will help to reduce frizz. The information below provides tips and tricks to have smooth, healthy looking hair even when you have naturally coarse or frizzy hair.

Through research, trial and error with my customers, I've discovered the best product and methods to reduce frizz while styling all different hair types. There are some simple tricks you can use to make the process easier and last longer.


What is the Cuticle?

  • The cuticle is the outermost layer of the hair shaft. It looks like shingles on a roof. (see image below)

  • When the cuticle is raised or open your hair will look frizzy.

  • When the cuticle is laying flat and tight your hair looks very smooth.



Top 10 Reasons Why Hair Goes Frizzy...

  1. Using the wrong products. Using the wrong shampoo and conditioner. Shampoo raises the PH of our hair, The cuticle becomes more raised and does not sit flat.

  2. Hair is naturally curly or wavy. Cury hair is naturally dry.

  3. Weather. Heat and humidity. If your hair is dry it will be prone to frizz. If the weather outside is humid, your dry hair will try to absorb the moisture in the air.

  4. Poor Diet. Hair is made up of Lipids (oils and fats), water and protein. That's why it's important to eat a of those things to have healthy hair.

  5. Damaged or over processed. If the cuticle of your hair has been compromised or damaged. If your hair is chemically treated or highlightedBreakage results in frizz.

  6. Product buildup

  7. Not using the correct styling products.

  8. Not using proper styling tools.

  9. Not using proper blow dry or straightening techniques to style your hair.

  10. Not deep conditioning your hair regularly.


TOP 10 STYLING TIPS TO REDUCE FRIZZ!

  1. Regular conditioning treatments. 1-4 times a month. Give your hair the moisture and the nourishment it needs!

  2. Use a ceramic round brush. This will smooth the hair.

  3. Use products that are designed to fight frizzy hair and smooth your hair

  4. Blow dry your hair before using a flat iron.

  5. Use a flat iron to smooth down the cuticle.

  6. Use a light moulding paste or hair wax to smooth down the small hairs at the top of your head.

  7. Use smoothing products in the hair before you blow dry and after.

  8. Use Moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner.

  9. Use a clarifying shampoo occasionally to remove buildup

  10. Use a hot brush to straighten hair


Tip #1 Use Regular Conditioning treatments

I love Redken products because they are so effective at conditioning the hair.

They have a whole line of products that


Watch this video for tips on how to use smooth the cuticle and reduce frizz.


Tip #2 Use a Ceramic Brush

Ceramic hairbrushes emit negative ions, which counteracts positive ions in hair, eliminating static electricity. This, in turn, eliminates flyaway and frizzes. Negative ions also repair and seal damaged hair cuticle, and locks in hair's natural oils for a smooth, shiny, healthy-looking hair. Smooth styling.

A ceramic brush is a great styling brush for nearly any hair type. Ceramic round brushes are made of a hard, inorganic material that can heat up quickly and evenly. The metal emits negative ions to break up water particles, reducing drying time. The core of the brush is designed to heat up and assist in styling.


What ceramic Brush should I use?

  • DRYBAR Double Pint Large Round Ceramic Brush is like a curling iron inside your brush! 2.75'' vented ceramic barrel allows for maximum heat and airflow to lock in volume and curl for long-lasting styles.

  • Ionic Technology helps reduce frizz and adds shine while styling

  • Bristle design allows for exceptional tension and control

  • Ergonomic, lightweight handle provides greater comfort

  • 2.75'' (70 mm)


Tip #3 Use Products Designed to Keep Frizzy Hair Smooth

The following are recommended products for styling frizzy hair

https://chatters.ca/products/kms-tame-frizz-smoothing-lotion

For instructions on how to use these products click here to watch a video. (add link to video)


Tip #4 Blow dry before you flat Iron

  • Blow drying helps to smooth out the cuticle.

  • If you skip the blowout stage your hair will not straighten properly.

  • You can do this by directing the air flow of the blow dryer down. This has to be done when the hair is wet.

Tip #5 Use a Flat Iron

  • Using a flat iron after your have finished blow drying your hair will smooth it out even further for longer lasting results.

  • Use small sections.

  • Use smoothing and anti-humidity products to seal the hair off.

Tip #6 Use a light Moulding Paste

or hair wax to smooth down the small hairs at the top of your head.

Tip # 7 Use smoothing products


Tip #8 Use moisturizing Shampoo and Conditioner


Tip #9 Use a Clarifying Shampoo

  • Using a clarifying shampoo once a month will help to remove any buildup of products that are in your hair.

  • KMS MoistRepair Cleansing Conditioner

  • KMS Head Remedy Deep Cleanse Shampoo


Tip #10 Use a Hot Brush Tool


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