When it comes to hair, frizz (and split ends) are the worst.
For me, anyway. Apparently there's only so much you can do about split ends - trim it off! I know there are many products that claim to "repair" split ends, but that's total BS. I've tried many of them, some high-end "professional" products and some from Clicks, and got over it...because IT DIDN'T WORK! Hair is similar to skin, you have to be consistent and take care of it e-v-e-r-y-d-a-y (with an occasional trim...by a professional). There are no quick fixes that'll last forever.
As for the frizz, I've tried so many products, I don't remember half of it...which means at least that much didn't work and was forgettable.
I prefer mists and sprays as opposed to oils and serums, because I have finer hair, so serums tend to weigh me (my hair) down.
My favourite products for frizz-freedom:
1. MorrocanOil Treatment oil - for wash-and-go days. I use it whenever I know I'm not going to heat style my hair at all. Your hair needs a break. Put that GHD down, woman! It has a light scent, and makes my hair feel soft and smooth. [And my hands] Towel-dry hair, smooth it on, and put your hair in a bun, for a few hours. Loosen your hair a few hours before bed, so it can dry properly. This is assuming that you wash your hair in the morning/day-time.
2. L'Oréal Professionnel Tecni Art Smooth Control gel-cream - for blow-drying. It's a very light gel-cream, doesn't weigh hair down. You don't need to use much. I have long hair, and only need a pea-size amount. I felt the difference while drying my hair, and my hair definitely looked and felt a lot smoother. It was also more manageable, and I didn't need as much heat as I usually when blow-drying.
3. Lee Stafford Poker Straight Flat Iron Protection Shine Mist
[breathes] - when using a flat iron. I hardly ever use my "flat iron" to "flatten/straighten" my hair. I mostly use it for curling my hair. Whether I've blow-dried my hair before using my flat-iron, and have used a heat protection spray before that, or curl my hair after it's air-dried, I mist my hair with this. It's also very light (see a trend here?), and literally smells like pink. If pink had a scent, this is what it'd smell like. Reminds me a lot of Charlie Pink (
go figure) Heavy scent of vanilla/cake. Protection is very important, and although this isn't specifically an anti-frizz product, it does make a difference to the end result. Plus, you're getting a dose of anti-oxidants on your hair in the form of green tea extract.
4. Lee Stafford Poker Straight Dehumidifier - post-styling/pre-activity. An anti-frizz spray. When I saw this, I was like "
sure, whatever." but bought it anyway. I am a girl at heart, and have hope after all. Although this is meant for straight-styled hair, which my hair wasn't, I tried it.
What gives. The bottle says to spray all over your hair before exercising, clubbing, bed, "facing the world". I tried it before clubbing last Friday. When I got home after 2 am, my hair looked pretty much the same as when I left home. Smooth and shiny. Not as neat though. And reeked of club... So the "pink/vanilla" smell doesn't outlast the smoke in a club, unfortunately. I also used it before exercising, and my hair didn't frizz quite as much as it usually does. If you have sensitive skin, tilt your head back and spray downwards, or ask someone to do it for you. I sprayed this from the front, and some had gone onto my forehead. Consequently, I have a few fine pimples on my forehead due to a reaction. Slightly itchy. [
Trying very hard not to scratch]
5. V05 Miracle Mist - an overall of everything. Kind of. I thought this mist was magic the first time I used it, but it could've just been the fact that my patient mom blow-dried my hair for me (as I fell asleep) as opposed to me doing it...in a rush, as always.
Don't judge me, I have weak arms...and heavy hair. Plus, my mom offered, ok?! This is one of those do-it-all products. You can use it on damp hair, and go about your day. You can use it on damp hair before blow-drying it as a heat-defence, shine-enhancing, and anti-frizz mist. I suppose you could also use it on dry hair before styling. You can also use it AFTER drying/styling your hair as a shine and anti-frizz spray. You could do one of the above or all of the above. Out of all my faves, this product is the most versatile. It's also affordable.
Not every product is going to work the same for everyone. Unfortunately, sometimes you need to go through a few before you find what's great for you. Never be afraid to ask your hair-care professional about what's best for YOUR hair, if you're unsure.
Or just curious.
Show your hair some love. A little bit more in winter.
[flips hair forward and spins around...like in every hair advert. :-) ]
Miss B
