Our tips for fighting frizz

Frizzy, unruly, wild hair... Discover simple , effective solutions to prevent frizz and straighten your hair naturally , thanks to piqui, broccoli and pracaxi carrier oils and natural conditioning ingredients. Natural anti-frizz shampoo, detanglers for unruly hair, smoothing serums or styling and setting treatments: find simple , natural recipes for smoothing flyaways and disciplining fuzzy hair.

By The Aroma-Zone editorial team

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What is frizz?

Frizz, also known as flyaways, are terms commonly used to describe unruly, wispy, untamed strands of hair. These strands often stand up in spikes, giving the hair a messy appearance. Frizz is more common in people with curly, wavy or textured hair, but it can affect any hair type. One of the main reasons for frizz is a lack of moisture in the hair. When hair is not sufficiently hydrated, the hair cuticles lift up to absorb moisture from the air, causing frizz. That's why regular moisturising is essential to prevent frizz.

Where does frizz come from?

Frizz comes from a variety of sources, and understanding the causes can help to prevent it:

  1. Humidity: humidity is one of the main triggers of frizz. When hair absorbs moisture from the air, hair cuticles lift, causing frizz. Using anti-frizz products can help seal cuticles and prevent frizz.

  2. Dryness: dehydrated hair is more prone to frizz. Moisturising is essential to keep hair cuticles smooth and balanced. Natural plant-based oils, such as piqui, broccoli and pracaxi, can help moisturise and prevent frizz.

  3. Hair damage: damaged hair, whether it's the result of excessive heat, harsh chemicals or inappropriate styling, has damaged cuticles. These damaged cuticles encourage frizz. It is essential to look after and moisturise your hair to prevent this damage.

  4. Genetics: some people's hair is naturally more prone to frizz due to their genetics. However, proper care can still help reduce frizz, even in those who have inherited a tendency to this.

Therefore, it's important to maintain a moisturising routine to keep your hair nourished and disciplined.

Hair porosity

Hair porosity refers to your hair's ability to absorb and retain moisture. There are two types of porosity:

  • Natural porosity: some hair types naturally have higher or lower porosity due to their structure. Naturally porous hair tends to absorb more moisture, which can lead to frizz.

  • Induced porosity: heat damage, chemicals or a bad hair routine can change hair's porosity, making it more prone to frizz.

Which anti-frizz products should you choose for your hair type?

  • For fine hair: opt for light oils such as jojoba oil or argan oil to moisturise hair without weighing it down.

  • For dry hair: use hair masks that are rich in moisturising ingredients such as shea butter or coconut oil to nourish and hydrate dry hair.

  • For wavy hair: choose a moisturising spray with coconut water or aloe vera to define curls and reduce frizz.

  • For thick hair: opt for a smoothing shampoo based on ingredients such as keratin or avocado oil to smooth and discipline thick hair.

Top active ingredients and natural extracts for taming unruly, frizzy hair

Rice Proteins Cosmetic Active Ingredient (liquid)

A genuinely moisturising active ingredient, hydrolysed rice proteins help maintain hair's natural moisture level and are ideal for keeping hair soft and supple. They smooth the hair fibre, make styling easier and prevent frizz.

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Pequi carrier oil

Nourishing pequi carrier oil is an essential part of any hair care routine for unruly hair. It helps to style unruly hair and control frizz, softens the hair fibre and helps to naturally redefine curls by reducing fly-aways.

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Organic broccoli carrier oil

A genuine source of nutrition, broccoli carrier oil is perfect for smoothing hair. It has a conditioning effect comparable to silicones and makes detangling and styling easier thanks to its softening and anti-static properties, ideal for preventing frizz.

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Caprylis emollient agent

Known as "fractionated coconut oil", caprylis has effective emollient properties for softening unruly hair. It improves the penetration of sheathing and smoothing active ingredients and doesn't leave a greasy film, helping to soften unruly hair and tame frizz.

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Plant-based silicone active ingredient

A gentle film-forming agent, plant-based silicone forms a non-occlusive protective film on the hair surface that smoothes unruly hair and makes styling easier. Rich in minerals, it strengthens the hair fibre and gives fuzzy hair a silky feel and smoother appearance.

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Marshmallow plant extract powder

Rich in mucilage, marshmallow is the perfect ingredient to protect hair from frizz. It coats the hair fibre, softens hair and helps detangle unruly hair that tends to get knotted together. It nourishes hair and leaves it supple, while preventing the appearance of spiky flyaways.

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Emulsifying Plant-Based Conditioner

An exceptional hair conditioner, our Plant-Based Conditioner improves the feel and look of unruly, fuzzy hair. It makes detangling easier by protecting hair from dryness, frizz and the ‘straw’ effect. Thanks to its anti-static effects, it is great for fluffy hair and gives it bounce.

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Simple, effective tips for frizz-free smooth hair

  1. Remember to apply a detangling and smoothing conditioner to your hair after your anti-frizz shampoo to make it easier to detangle your hair and prevent flyaways when styling.

  2. Gently towel dry your hair, preferably with a microfibre towel, squeezing the strands without rubbing, then leave to air dry. Next, apply an anti-frizz serum to your hair while it's still wet.

  3. To detangle your hair, opt for a brush with soft bristles that avoid pulling on the hair fibre, or use a wide-toothed comb, especially for curly hair. This will help to maintain beautiful, clean waves without breaking them.

  4. When you wake up in the morning, spray a little water or a styling lotion on your hair to smooth out any crinkles left by your pillow. Then apply your natural frizz-fighting leave-in treatment to neutralise flyaways and tame your hair.

Simple, natural recipes to tame unruly hair

Sheathing oil mask to nourish fuzzy hair and reduce frizz

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.

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Heat the mixture in a bain-marie to melt the shea butter.

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Leave to cool and it's ready!

This oil mask, specially formulated for curly and frizzy hair, is a real anti-frizz treatment. Rich in Sapote oil, known for its detangling and smoothing properties, and Coconut and castor oils, ideal for nourishing and strengthening the hair fibre, this oil mask offers your hair a beauty cure. Massage into the hair fibre. Leave on for 1 hour under a warm towel. Remove with a mild shampoo.

Smoothing and disciplining shampoo to prevent flyaways

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Place the Plant-Based Shampoo, marshmallow powder and coconut milk powder in a bowl.

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Gradually add the simmering water, blending until you have a smooth, runny paste.

Ideal for unruly, difficult-to-manage hair, this natural shampoo with coconut milk and marshmallow powder smoothes and coats the hair. Apply all over wet hair, massaging strand by strand. Leave on for 5 minutes, then rinse with clean water.

Leave-in anti-frizz oil for smoothing unruly hair

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl.

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Transfer to the bottle and you're ready to go!

A 100% natural hair beauty secret, this treatment oil is concentrated in Piqui and Brocoli carrier oils, which have sheathing and detangling properties. It makes styling easier and restores suppleness and shine to the hair, for sublimated hair. Warm a few drops between your palms, then apply to lengths and ends. Do not rinse.

Styling and setting gel to prevent frizz

Homemade cosmetic recipe

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Put the mineral water in a bowl.

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Add the xanthan gum and Natur'lift in a slow, continuous stream, stirring to avoid lumps.

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Leave your mixture to stand for about 10 minutes (a gel will form).

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Mix again vigorously to obtain a smooth, homogenous gel.

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Add the rest of the ingredients and mix.

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Pour the mixture into your jar.

Note: the pH of this blend is approximately 5.0-6.0.

Enriched with strengthening and restorative provitamin B5, this natural setting gel styles hair without weighing it down. Hair stays supple, shiny and light. For stylish, breezy styles!

Other tips to prevent frizz

  1. Use less heat: use heating tools such as straightening irons or hairdryers at low temperatures to reduce heat damage. Alternatively, apply a heat protectant before use to protect your hair from heat damage.

  2. Rinse your hair with cold water: finish your shower by rinsing your hair with cold water to close the cuticles and reduce frizz.

  3. Reduce your exposure to humidity: hair tends to frizz more in humid weather. If possible, use an umbrella or hat in the rain to protect your hair from humidity.

  4. Choose the right products: opt for hair products specifically formulated to reduce frizz and smooth hair. Look for ingredients such as argan oil, shea butter or silk protein, which help to moisturise and smooth hair.

  5. Avoid touching your hair too much: over-brushing or over-touching hair can cause friction and frizz. Avoid constantly touching your hair and use soft hair accessories to avoid breakage.

  6. Protect your hair while you sleep: use a satin cap or satin pillowcase to protect your hair at night. This will reduce friction and prevent frizz while you sleep.

  7. Eat a balanced diet: a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals can help keep your hair healthy and reduce frizz. Make sure you eat enough foods such as oily fish, fruit and vegetables, nuts and seeds.

Expert advice

People with dry hair often suffer from frizz. So opt for nourishing treatments with penetrating carrier oils and butters that have a good affinity with the hair, such as coconut or babassu carrier oils or murumuru plant-based butter. Then apply your leave-in treatment to tame hair and prevent frizz.

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