As humidity strikes, so does the dreaded frizz. Like most women, I hate puffy hair and want to try and manage it as best I can.
Last time, I saw my sensational hairdresser, Michael Charalambous, he suggested trying silicone-based products again. Silicones create a barrier helping to seal moisture in the hair. “This will assist in taming frizz. They also add shine and make hair more manageable,” he said.
I played with oils, but found they sat on top of my fine hair and made it greasy. Leave-in conditioners without silicones did not make any difference. The oil-based ones were too heavy and weighed my hair down.
As I happened to be in Boots, I noticed Pantene Pro-V Smooth & Sleek 3 Minute Miracle Rich Conditioner for Frizzy, Dry Hair, which was on offer for £3.30. It contains bis-aminopropyl dimethicone which, reportedly, has good conditioning and smoothing properties. Also, I am using John Frieda Frizz Ease All-in-1 Lightweight Serum (£9.10).
Did they work? Well, I got caught in the rain the other day and my hair was not as frizzy as usual. I am also trying to limit my use of humectants in high humidity. Ingredients such as glycerine and propylene glycol draw moisture from the air making the hair shaft swell. The cuticle lifts and you are left with an unruly mess.
If you have the same problem, check the ingredients. If you find any humectants in the top five, look for something else.
Michael said my hair was in good condition. He said the chin-length bob is working well for me as I can wear it straight or curly.
When I style it, I prefer to leave in movement. Constant straightening with a round brush is not good for the hair.
Michael always makes it look amazing. However, when you do it yourself, it is hard to get the volume. Without it, my locks can look too severe. Having some waves and curls gives added softness and fullness and is more flattering against my face.
A great haircut is essential if you want low-maintenance hair.
By Daralyn Danns
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