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Four Frizzy Hair Remedies

Fighting frizzy hair is an ongoing battle for sure, so hairdressers and product manufacturers are always working on the problem.  Tips and tricks for fighting frizzy hair are improved on from year to year. So, what shakes out as your best ways for taming frizzy hair today?

Of course, smoothing treatments like keratin hair relaxers, Brazilian treatments and other smoothing treatments, will tame frizzy hair and are available in hair salons for about $300.  Initially, there was a lot of controversy on these smoothing treatments, specifically those that emit formaldehyde, a well-known toxin.  Better smoothing treatments are available now without the use of these harmful chemicals. If an in-salon smoothing treatment just isn’t in your budget this year, here are the best tips today for smoothing your locks and subduing frizzy hair at home.

Use the right frizzy hair products for your hair type

Frizzy hair is usually dry hair which needs to be moisturized. If you have dry hair, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner as a regular routine.  A leave-in conditioner as well as a weekly deep conditioning treatment when the weather is hot and humid can do wonders to end frizzy hair.

Add a last cool rinse in the shower to close the cuticle for more shine and squeeze dry with a towel and not rubbing your hair dry to avoid ruffling up the cuticle.

Look for labels on product brands you like that contain buzz words like, moisturizing, anti-frizz and straightening. Renowned stylist, Nick Arrojo of “What Not to Wear,” says are his favorite smoothing products are silicone serum, straightening balms or defrizzing creams. Apply these products to damp hair before blow drying or flat-ironing. Silicone serum, creams and oils have been the big sellers this year for minimizing frizz and creating lots of shine. Here are my favorites;

• de Fabulous Amazon Secret MuruMuru Anti-Frizz Shampoo
• Macadamia Natural Oil Deep Repair Masque
• Macadamia Oil Treatment

Another type of product to watch for in defeating frizzy hair, especially in tropical climates, is an anti-humectant. An anti-humectant will coat and seal the hair to prevent moisture in the air from getting into the hair shaft and swelling the hair. Aveda’s Brilliant Anti-Humectant Pomade, a bit goes a long way. It repels moisture and leaves a satiny finish to hair.

Eliminate frizzy hair with an Ionic blow-dryer

Shampoo less, condition more, and try one of the many Ionic blow-dryers on the market. Ionic technology works great for smoothing and adding shine to the hair. I’m using a professional brand ionic dryer, Hana air from hanasalon.com and I absolutely love it!  Ionic rocks!

 A good haircut matters

Have your hair trimmed regularly to keep ends healthy.  Wavy and curly hair types should get a layered haircut versus a one-length hairstyle. Layers will lighten curly hair to allow for more defined curls.  Wavy hair types will have more defined waves when cut into layers.

Steer clear from razor-cutting if you have frizzy hair. Razoring the hair is great for creating texturizing techniques and face framing layers, but it is the curse of death for frizzy hair types. Razor cutting will increase frizz for those most susceptible to it. Razoring shaves the hair shaft thinning the ends and not giving clear and clean blunt ends.  Thinned out, razored ends, will frizz every time!

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Don’t straighten your hair till you read this!

Keratin hair treatments ability to tame frizz and yield beautiful strands has sparked a whirlwind of interest as well as controversy.  The controversy has surrounded the treatment’s inclusion of the known carcinogenic compound, formaldehyde. New keratin hair treatments are starting to show up everywhere with claims of no ‘aledhydes’, but do your homework wisely.  Not all are safe. Here what Rebecca Gregory, a top professional industry educator recommends.

What Are Keratin Hair Treatments?

The main ingredient of keratin treatments, keratin, is a naturally occurring protein found in hair. Keratin is responsible for the hair’s strength and protection making it an integral component of hair’s structural existence. Conventional keratin treatments, most notably the Brazilian Blow Out, utilize liquid keratin and an aldehyde solution followed by a properly heated flat iron to seal the keratin to the hair.

Who should Use Keratin Treatments?

Keratin treatments have proven beneficial for all hair types looking to get stronger, frizz-free, manageable hair. In particular, those looking to soften, or tame their kinky, unruly curls have truly appreciated this product. Now it’s become possible to go out in humid weather, or light rain and keep smooth hair for up to 3 months!

All Keratin Treatments Are Not Created Equal

The ingredient formaldehyde has prompted the governments worldwide to regulate its use in keratin treatments. Keratin treatments such as the Brazilian Blow Out were found to have 12% formaldehyde . . . not safe! Formaldehyde present in amounts below 2% still cause respiratory problems for both clients and hair stylists.

Formaldehyde-free Keratin Treatments

There are currently no U.S.federal agencies that regulate the use of formaldehyde in hair products, but the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel recommends a concentration of no more than .2% (Europe and Canada limits are much less and strictly enforced). In recent months, Canada banned dozens of keratin treatments, including but not limited to Brazilian Blowout, Coppola, Global Keratin, and Marcia Teixeira. However, KeraGreen’s Keratin Smoothing Treatment was approved as formaldehyde-free, meeting Health Canada’s .01% requirement and surpassing it by 182%. KeraGreen is distributed by Organic Salon Systems to professional-only salons in North America. KeraGreen is made with certified organic ingredients and has successfully eradicated formaldehyde and all other aldehyde solutions from their formula. KeraGreen has a more smoothing effect and still allows for some curl/wave retention, if desired.

The Price of Beauty

Prices for keratin treatments vary regionally and by salon. On average, keratin treatments cost approximately $300. These treatments may seem expensive but, anyone with challenging, frizzy hair knows that the elimination of 2 hours from their daily styling routine is well worth the cost. But there may be one cost that none of us can afford, and that is our health. We urge both hair stylists and customers alike to explore and research many different keratin treatments until one meets both safety and beauty standards of the individuals at hand.

About the Author: Rebecca Gregory has had extensive experience educating individuals in the beauty industry. She was most recently a Lead Educator for Aveda, the Director of Education for The Salon Professional Academy, a mentor for Redken Education. Rebecca is also an experienced Certified Master Colorist/stylist who has worked in and managed multiple salons. To find a salon offering KeraGreen Smoothing Keratin Treatments near you please e-mail info2@organiccolorsystems.com, or call toll-free: (888)-213-4744

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• Hair Straightening with a Relaxer
• Hair Straighteners…Here is the Scoop
• Hair Straightening, Here are the Options
• How Hair Straightening Treatments Differ
• Keratin Hair Treatment vs. OSHA

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