How to Get Rid of Frizzy Hair: 20 Tips That Work

Regardless of hair type, almost everyone experiences frizz from time to time. Apart from such a common problem, learning how to get rid of frizzy hair is an individual process.

Even though hair care brands tend to view frizz as their enemy, there’s nothing wrong with embracing your flyaways. But when you prefer a sleeker look or suffer from frizz as a result of damage, there are many ways to straighten it and thus improve the health of your hair. We asked professional hairdressers, Charm editors and friends with varying hair textures to share all their best tips for getting rid of frizz. Below you will find…

• The Basics on What Causes Frizzy Hair and How to Combat It for Your Specific Hair Type
• Methods and products proven and tested by real women for daily frizz maintenance

First things first: what causes frizzy hair?

“Frizz is really a sign of dryness. So the key to reducing frizz always comes back to hydration and moisture balance,” says Julissa Prado, CEO and founder of Rizos Curls. Charm. To get even more technical: “Fizzy hair occurs when the hair cuticles lift, allowing moisture to penetrate and fluff the strands unevenly,” says Lia Hakim, professional hairstylist and founder of Hott Salons.

What hair types experience the most frizz?

Although anyone can have frizzy hair, it often appears more visible on certain textures. Many people think that wavy, curly, and coily textures are naturally frizzier, but according to Prado, “frizz is simply dryness and lack of moisture presenting in different ways.” For example, she says, many people with naturally wavy hair think their hair type is straight but frizzy. “In reality, that ‘frizz’ is a texture waiting to be defined,” she says. “Once you add the right kind of moisture, it can transform into beautiful, natural definition.”

How to get rid of frizzy hair

Now, let’s get to the heart of the matter. While adding more moisture to your routine is a foolproof long-term strategy, sometimes you need to get creative to combat frizz on a daily basis. Below, follow the insightful advice from our editors, experts and hair care enthusiasts.

1. Be demanding about your shampoo

Eliminating frizz may seem like a finishing touch, but you can take action against it with every step of your hair care routine. This includes making sure your shampoo doesn’t strip your hair of moisture. “Even if you don’t have curly hair, I actually recommend using shampoos and conditioners designed for curly hair, because the only difference is that they’re more hydrating,” says Prado. Look for sulfate-free formulas and hydrating ingredients like argan oil, shea butter, and amino acids.

2. Invest in your hair tools

If you want to tame frizzy hair, it’s probably time to invest in a go-to hair dryer to lay the foundation for the smoothest hair possible. (And yes, a good travel hair dryer is worth it too). “Over the years, I’ve realized that professional hair dryers are like sports cars: made with high-speed motors using premium parts and performance-oriented design and features,” says Charm digital director Perrie Samotin.