Ever since we got rid of those big frizzy wigs, or at least since hippies started ironing their hair, frizzy hair has been gone. (I’m excluding certain trends from the ’70s and ’80s for a reason. You know what it is, Farrah Fawcett.)
Most women seem to prefer smooth, controlled hair to frizzy, fuzzy flyaways, but not everyone knows how to achieve that soft, natural look. Here are some tips to get really smooth hair.
First, go with what you have. If your hair is curly, don’t try to straighten it every day, and vice versa. Its natural look is your best bet for keeping frizz to a minimum.
If you use a hair dryer, keep it on low heat. This prevents damage and prevents breakage, twisted hairs from shedding around your smooth profile.
If you have curly hair, use a diffuser when you dry. This will keep frizz down and help you get some quality curls.
Dry your hair with a round brush in sections. It may take longer to dry, but it will take less time at the end of the smoothing.
Use a shampoo with a good pH balance (smoothing shampoos work well) and don’t wash every day if you can help it. Shampoo dries out hair, and dry hair is frizzy hair.
Use a light conditioner every day and leave it on for at least 2 minutes. Use a deep conditioner once a week. (For reasons around this, see the bullet above and make your own inferences.)
If you use an iron, use a heat protection spray. This will help you avoid heat damage, which is, among other things, another way to dry out your hair.
Your hair doesn’t have to be full of gel to make it smooth and shiny. Above all, avoid damaging your hair where you can and opt for the natural type of your hair; you’ll be on your way to commercial hair in no time.