Men with frizzy hair face a unique challenge: using certain products or avoiding activities which could exacerbate it further. Good news is there are numerous things they can do to reduce frizz. Most importantly is using high-quality conditioner and keeping it moisturized.
Towel-drying
Towel-drying your hair quickly is one of the best ways to speed up its drying time. These will protect the delicate strands while helping them rid of excess water without creating frizz or tangles. Be careful not to rub your hair with the towel as this causes friction that damages its cuticle, potentially damaging strands.
Hot showers
Hot showers can have devastating consequences for both you and your hair. Steamy hot water strips away natural oils that help nourish it, leading it to become dry and frizzy – particularly if using shampoo with high sulfate content or swimming in chlorinated waters.
Over-shampooing
Shampooing too frequently strips strands of their essential natural oils and can strip them further of moisture, leading to dry and frizzy locks. To combat this problem, switch to using a sulfate-free shampoo as well as conditioning treatment targeted towards frizzy or dry locks. As you look to reduce how much heat is absorbed by your strands, try taking shorter showers using either lukewarm or cold water instead. Also include deep conditioning treatments into your routine to hydrate and nourish hair cuticles.
Hair products with dehydrating alcohols
Frizz can be an extremely frustrating issue for all hair types; whether straight, curly, wavy, kinky, or otherwise. Luckily, there are simple strategies to combat it such as decreasing shampoo frequency and using heat protectant sprays to keep it at bay. Avoid products containing short-chain alcohols, which evaporate quickly and drain natural oils and moisture from your hair and skin. Opt for products containing long-chain alcohols such as cetearyl or stearyl alcohol to hydrate your hair and prevent frizz by protecting strands’ cuticles. Also try eating a balanced diet to prevent nutritional deficiencies that contribute to dry, frizzy locks.
Lack of moisture
Men with wavy or curly hair tend to have more trouble with frizz due to moisture loss in their strands; blow drying, hot showers, and using heat styling tools can all dry them out further and lead to frizz formation. Chlorine from local swimming pools can lead to dry, frizzy locks; therefore, it is wise to wear a swimming cap when visiting the pool. Reducing frizz with less frequent shampooing, cold or at least lukewarm water rinses, and leave-in conditioner are great ways to combat frizz in your mane. Regular trims are the ultimate weapon against it – these tips won’t just keep your locks healthy but look fantastic too!
