How to Get Rid of Frizzy Hair Naturally

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Has the weather dried out your hair and made your once-luscious locks look frizzy? If you’re looking for a way to make your hair always look smooth and stylish, you probably have some easy all-natural products you can use at home. Keep reading for all the home remedies and hair care tips you need to help you beat frizz and look stylish!

1

Argan oil

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  1. Argan oil coats your hair to seal in moisture and keep it under control.
    You can buy argan oil from your local cosmetics store. When your hair starts looking frizzy, massage a few drops of the oil in your hands and gently comb your fingers through your hair.[1]
    • You can use argan oil once a week.
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Olive oil

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  1. Olive oil locks in moisture to keep your hair from drying out more.
    After you shower and dry your hair, put about 1 teaspoon (4.9 ml) of olive oil into your hair and rub it into your scalp. Run your fingers through your hair to spread the oil out evenly so it coats your hair completely and prevents it from getting frizzy.[2]
    • You can leave the oil in your hair without rinsing it out.
    • If you already have oily hair, avoid using olive oil.
3

Coconut oil

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  1. Coconut oil moisturizes your hair to stop it from getting frizzy.
    Start with a pea-sized amount of coconut oil and rub it in your hands to help soften it. Then, work the coconut oil into any dry or frizzy hair. You can leave the coconut oil in for a few minutes or overnight before washing it out with shampoo.[3]
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Honey and yogurt

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  1. Honey and yogurt are full of nutrients that make your hair smooth.
    [4] Mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of honey with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of plain natural yogurt. Work the honey and yogurt down to your roots and cover your hair with a shower cap for about 15 minutes. After that, rinse your hair out with cold water until it’s completely clean.[5]
    • Apply the honey and yogurt mask about once a week.
5

Aloe vera gel

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  1. Aloe coats your hair so it doesn’t dry out and frizz during the day.
    Get your hair damp and massage about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of aloe gel into your scalp. Immediately wash it out with your regular shampoo and use a conditioner to help lock in moisture.[6]
    • You can buy pure aloe vera gel from your local pharmacy or online.
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Egg yolks

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  1. Eggs are rich in proteins that help moisturize your hair.
    Wet your hair first, and then work 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of egg to your hair and scalp. Put on a shower cap and leave the egg on your hair for about 20 minutes before washing it under cold water.[7]
    • You can use eggs about once a month to treat your hair.
    • Egg whites can strip oil from your hair and make it look drier, so avoid using them.
    • Avoid rinsing your hair with warm water since it could cause the eggs to cook.
7

Banana

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  1. Vitamins in bananas help make your hair smooth and shiny.
    Take a banana and mash it into a paste that you can easily work into your locks. Rub the banana paste down to your scalp and be sure to coat all of your hair. Put on a shower cap or wrap your hair with plastic wrap for 15 minutes before rinsing the banana out with water.[8]
    • You can put banana in your hair overnight if you want a deep conditioning treatment.
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Avocado

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  1. Oils in avocado work well to hydrate any dry or damaged hair.
    Mash up an avocado until you can easily work it into your hair. Spread the avocado onto your scalp and leave it alone for about 15–20 minutes. Thoroughly rinse your hair with cold water to get all of the avocado out from your hair.[9]
9

Rice water

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  1. B- and E-vitamins in rice water protect your hair so it stays smooth.
    Make your rice water by soaking ½ cup (100 g) of uncooked rice in 2–3 cups (470–710 ml) of water for 20 minutes. After you wash and rinse your hair, pour the rice water onto your hair and massage it into your scalp. Put a shower cap on for about 15 minutes before you rinse the rice water out.[10]
    • You can use rice water 2–3 times per week.[11]
    • Try adding a few drops of lavender or rosemary essential oils to the rice water to make your hair smell great too.
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Apple cider vinegar

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  1. Apple cider vinegar contains vitamins that strengthen hair and tame frizz.
    Dilute 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of apple cider vinegar in about 1 1⁄2 cups (350 ml) of cold water. Wash and rinse your hair like you normally would before pouring on the apple cider vinegar rinse. You don’t need to rinse the vinegar out of your hair since it will keep working throughout the day and the smell will quickly go away.[12]
    • You can even use an apple cider vinegar rinse as an alternative to shampoo.[13]
11

Mayonnaise

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  1. Mayo has protein and natural oils that keep your hair smooth and shiny.
    Rinse your hair and rub a spoonful of mayonnaise into your hair with your hands until it’s completely coated. Put on a shower cap for 20 minutes before washing it out with cold water and shampoo.[14]
    • You can use your mayo once every 2–4 weeks.
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Less frequent shampooing

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  1. Limiting washing to 2–3 times a week keeps your hair from drying out.
    If you’re shampooing every day, you’re probably washing off all of the natural oils, or sebum, out of your hair. Sebum is important for locking in moisture, so try to cut back on washing your hair a few days out of the week.[15]
    • In between washes, try using dry shampoo or leave-in conditioner to make your hair feel cleaner while reducing frizz.
    • If your hair gets really oily or greasy every day, then it’s okay to shampoo each day.
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Cold water rinses

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  1. Hot water strips your hair of its natural oils and causes frizz.
    When your hair loses its natural oils, or sebum, any hot or humid temperatures are going to dry your hair out. You can use hot water for the rest of the shower, but just turn the temperature down when it’s time to wash or rinse your hair.[16]
    • Cold water also helps seal your cuticles and seals the shafts of hair so they’re less likely to frizz throughout the day.
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14

Microfiber towel

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  1. Your hair won’t get caught or snagged if you towel-dry with microfiber.
    Instead of rubbing your hair with the towel to dry it, wrap the towel loosely around your head and leave it on. The towel will absorb the moisture without any risk of damage from pulling or tugging on your hair.[17]
    • In a pinch, an old T-shirt will work instead of a microfiber towel.
    • You could also just let your hair air-dry completely to prevent any frizz or damage.[18]
15

Limit heat styling

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  1. Heat dries out your hair and makes it frizzier.
    Try not to use a straightener or curling iron to style your hair. Instead, there are tons of ways you can curl or straighten your hair without heat. It might take a little bit more time to get the style you want, but you’ll have stronger, healthier hair.[19]
    • If you have to use a straightener or curling iron, apply a heat protectant spray to your hair first to help combat the frizziness.
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Regular brushing

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  1. Brushing helps coat your hair with natural oils to block out humidity.
    To keep your hair looking smooth and styled, hang your head upside-down and let your locks flow down. Use a boar bristle brush to gently brush from your scalp to the ends of your hair to help redistribute the oils.[20]
    • Try not to tug or pull on your hair while you’re brushing it since it could damage your hair.[21]
    Jen Atkin
    Jen Atkin, Celebrity Hairstylist

    Brushing your hair is paramount. "Brushing hair is the easiest way to keep hair healthy. It increases blood circulation to the scalp, which helps to bring oxygen and nutrients to the hair stem. The act of brushing can help to remove product build-up, dry skin and other impurities found on the scalp and hair."


17

Silk scarf or pillowcase

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  1. Silk protects textured hair overnight so you wake up frizz-free.
    Cotton pillowcases dry out your hair and the strands could easily get caught in the fibers. Before you go to sleep, tie your hair up into a bun and wrap a silk scarf around your head. Otherwise, replace your old pillowcase with a silk one so your hair doesn’t get damaged or frizzy overnight.[22]
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18

Regular trims

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  1. Getting a haircut removes split ends that can cause frizz.
    Your hairdresser will find any damaged hair and trim the strands until they’re healthy again. You usually need to get a trim or haircut once every 1 or 2 months, but ask your hairdresser what they’d recommend for you.[23]

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  2. ↑ https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/media/releases/safe_hair_care_spares_hair_johns_hopkins_dermatologists_report
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  6. ↑ https://www.academia.edu/34514568/ALOE_VERA
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  5. ↑ https://www.evergreenbeauty.edu/blog/how-to-use-mayonnaise-hair-treatment-for-damaged-hair/
  6. ↑ https://paulmitchell.edu/saltlakecity/blog/posts/how-often-should-you-really-wash-your-hair
  7. ↑ https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/from-hot-to-cold-the-hidden-health-benefits-of-bathing
  8. ↑ https://deohs.washington.edu/sites/default/files/images/microfiber_fact_sheet_11-21-11.pdf
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  13. ↑ https://www.aad.org/news/6-curly-hair-tips-from-dermatologists
  14. ↑ https://www.collegeofwilmington.edu/news/tame-those-tresses-tips-for-managing-thick-curly-hair/
  15. ↑ https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/hair-loss/insider/stop-damage

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This article was co-authored by Dedra Allen and by wikiHow staff writer, Hunter Rising. Dedra Allen is a Cosmetologist and the CEO of Jdoah Beauty Salon in Thomasville, North Carolina. She has over 12 years of experience and specializes in working on short hair, relaxed hair, hair removal, and hair growth. She graduated with a Cosmetology degree from the Cutting Edge Institute. This article has been viewed 84,044 times.
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