If you are someone with hair, you will know that as the humidity rises, the streets certainly not the right place – The Weather Girls were wrong. The best thing to do is to go straight to the anti-frizzy hair care section in your local pharmacy. When there is too much moisture in the air, most of us either have to contend with a halo of frizzy or downy hair or it falls completely flat and shapeless.
Frizz occurs when moisture disrupts the bonds in each hair, essentially causing a rough cuticle – cue: frizz and a dull finish. This effect is only exacerbated when hair is already dry or dehydrated, as it absorbs more moisture from the air than properly moisturized hair, creating an even bigger problem. Of course, frizz isn’t necessarily bad, but there are some great formulas on the market that can help ward off moisture and keep your hair bouncy, shiny, and manageable.
But before we get into that, a few tips for damp hair: First, always squeeze the water out of your hair after washing rather than rubbing it dry. The best way to do this is with a microfiber towel, which is gentler on the hair cuticle and is also very absorbent. Silk pillowcases can also be helpful as they prevent friction on the hair. It’s also a good idea to minimize heat styling as much as possible – although as many of us know, sometimes you need the heat to get your hair into the shape you want.
In addition, you can use these miracle remedies to combat moisture in your hair:
John Frieda Miraculous Recovery Shampoo
Enriched with ceramides to strengthen each strand, this shampoo fights frizz before it even starts. It also helps reduce breakage and split ends so hair can cope with any weather.
Ouai Anti Frizz Cream
Hair queen Jen Atkin – who creates frizz-free hairstyles for Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber – is behind this creamy formula that contains intensive heat protection against heat and environmental influences. Straight hair at its purest.
Glaze Mirror Glaze Super Sleek Shine Spray
This easy-to-use spray promises a smooth, glossy shine for up to three washes. It blocks humidity and repairs damaged bonds, leaving hair as healthy as it is frizz-free.
L’Oréal Paris Elvive Glycolic Gloss 5-minute lamination treatment
This clever formula uses a popular skincare product – glycolic acid – to hydrate, condition and smooth, leaving a high-shine finish. All you need to do is apply generously to damp hair, leave for five minutes, then rinse out for a megawatt look.
Zara Hair Light Hair Conditioner
Zara’s hair balm comes in adorable packaging – and at just under £16, it’s a real bargain. It’s lightweight, easy to use and leaves hair moisturised and soft, making it great for post-washing or using on the go.
Kérastase Première Repairing Anti-Frizz Filler Heat-protecting hair serum
This balsamic serum promises to protect hair at temperatures up to 230 °C, is suitable for all hair types and gives a smooth finish thanks to a mixture of peptides and amino acids. Humidity is no problem for this one-pot wonder.
Hair by Sam McKnight Cool Curls Refresh & Revive Mist
Great for those with curly hair, this mist is infused with the finest ingredients—from Omega-9-rich algae oil to fermented rice water—to strengthen, hydrate and nourish each strand, prevent frizz, and add definition to every curl, coil, and wave.
BaByliss Air Power Pro
Be sure to prep hair thoroughly with one of the formulas above, but drying your hair with heat can also help smooth the cuticle. BaByliss’ new hairdryer has a high-speed motor – clip on one of the funnel ends to optimize airflow and always position it from the root down.
GHD Duet Blow Dry Hairdryer Brush
A brush and a hairdryer in one? Yes from us. This 2-in-1 dryer dries wet hair and makes straightening frizzy or flyaway hair a breeze.
