11 Frizzy Hair Tips, Recommended By Professional Stylists

Yes, it feels great to run your fingers through a fresh blowout — but doing so does more harm than good. “Running your fingers through your hair constantly or touching excessively will lead to your cuticle becoming more disturbed and create frizz you don’t want,” says Dotson. So try to limit the amount you touch your hair as much as you can. It will pay off in the long run.

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Dotson recommends air drying more often than using your hairdryer, especially for those with naturally curly or coily hair. She explains that this will limit the amount of heat damage your hair gets and result in less frizz overall.

One reviewer wrote: “I have very frizzy hair with curls. So far, this is the best product I’ve found to help tame the frizz without being overly heavy. I would recommend trying it if you have problems with frizz but don’t want a heavy product that weighs your hair down.”

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When you sleep with your hair down, friction between your hair and pillowcase can cause frizz (especially if you tend to toss and turn in your sleep). Dotson recommends putting your hair in a loose bun or braid to limit the amount of friction happening while you catch some Z’s.

One reviewer wrote: “I've had these pillowcases for a while now and have washed them many times. They are holding up very well and helpful to reduce hair frizz while sleeping.”

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The best way to keep frizz at bay is through hydration. “Since frizz is manifested as a result of your hair lacking moisture, ensuring your hair is hydrated is a foolproof way to smooth out frizz,” says Dotson. She recommends using something like the Alterna Haircare Caviar Anti-Aging Replenishing Moisture Masque. It not only delivers moisture to hair, it also seals it, provides protection, and is suitable for all hair types.

One reviewer wrote: “Truly love this product, It makes my hair soft silky and smooth.”

Yes, you read that correctly. Abergel recommends using a paper towel to dry your hair instead of a cotton towel to keep moisture in while drying hair.

One reviewer wrote: “I'm so happy that I discovered bamboo paper towels. I'm so glad that I chose Eco Lifestyle as the first brand that I would try. I don't feel like I need to try another brand. They are super absorbent. They are washable and reusable.”

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Dotson adds that cotton towels have rough textures that will disturb the hair cuticle and cause excess friction. For that reason, she recommends avoiding them. Opt for something like the DevaCurl’s towel, which is super soft and absorbs just enough water so that your hair stays hydrated and easy to style.

One reviewer wrote: “Bought this towel because I am trying to get the curls to come back to my hair. It is a thick microfiber towel. Plenty big enough for a flop or to just scrunch the water out. It leaves my hair slightly damp by wicking the moisture away, but doesn't dry out (damage) the hair. Say goodbye to frizz.”

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Sweat is another sneaky frizzy hair culprit to watch out for, especially if you tend to overheat. Dotson explains that the salt in sweat causes hair to dry out faster, which then leads to frizz. She recommends protecting your hair by tying it up or using dry shampoo as a preventative measure before a workout session.

One reviewer wrote: “Most of the dry shampoos are aerosol and tend to be thick and greasy. I squirt a few puffs of this powder into my hair, and it looks as good as new and feels fresh and clean! Very light!”

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“To smooth out hair, I’m looking for products that lock in moisture and keep humidity away,” says Abergel. “I love to cocktail Virtue’s Un-Frizz Cream with the Healing Oil before blow-drying. Once styled, I seal the look in by adding more Healing Oil. These products contain clean ingredients that eliminate frizz and block out humidity to keep hair sleek and shiny.”

One reviewer wrote: “I have been looking for a product that will give my hair a shiny look without weighing it down! Virtue Healing Oil does that and so much more! Highly recommend this product!”

The type of hairbrush you use makes a difference. Dotson recommends using a boar bristle brush to smooth the hair cuticle and help ensure that your hair’s natural oils travel all the way from the scalp to the ends for optimal hydration.

One reviewer wrote: “This brush completely changed our hair routine! No tears, no frizz, no tangles! My stylist recommended this brush for my granddaughter's hair and I'm in love with it!”

“When working to smooth out hair, you want to avoid products that overly dry out your hair,” says Abergel. “For starters, most shampoos contain high amounts of sodium laurel sulfate, which is an effective cleanser but so drying. You also want your moisturizing and hydrating ingredients to be clean and pure to maximize efficiency, so avoid waxes or overly complicated ingredients. Another note is that all products on the market obtain their keratin from animal byproducts, keratin is a major player when it comes to eliminating frizz and healing your hair.”

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This is a good rule to have in general for overall hair health, but for frizzy-prone hair in particular Dotson says you’ll want to avoid heat tools as much as possible to avoid burning the cuticle layer. (As mentioned before, she recommends that those with curly hair should definitely limit the use of a hairdryer.) If you must use a flat iron, she recommends using a low heat setting. Something around 325-350 degrees won’t be as damaging as higher temps. “Trust me, your hair will thank you,” she says.

One reviewer wrote: “I love this flat iron, it is super easy to use and works really great! I love how it literally takes like 30 seconds to heat up and how it is anti frizz!”