Fluffy hair gives a lot of trouble to their mistresses. They are difficult to put even in the simplest hairstyle, and literally a few minutes after leaving the house, the hair again becomes like a dandelion. What is the cause of frizzy hair? How to deal with it? The information below will help you understand these issues.
Why is my hair frizzy?
The main cause of this problem is the loss of moisture or its improper circulation in the body of the hair. In addition, experts identify several factors that negatively affect the structure of the hair:
- malnutrition;
- excessive exercise;
- insufficient fluid intake per day (minimum - 1.5 liters);
- lack of vitamins, micro and macro elements;
- use of aggressive chemicals (hair coloring, perm, use of strong hold varnishes);
- hair straightening with hot appliances (styler, flat iron, hair dryer);
- applicationplastic combs;
- bad environment (hard tap water, air emissions).
It is worth noting that the hair is very frizzy when wearing hats made of synthetic fabric.
When the warm season comes, the hair dries out due to exposure to sunlight. Therefore, it is recommended during this period not to be in the sun without a hat.
A few rules for shampooing, drying and styling hair
Use purified water whenever possible. Both bottled and filtered tap water will do. The main thing is that as few chemical compounds as possible be present in the liquid.
Moisturizing shampoos, conditioners, which include silicone, are used to wash the hair. However, such products are not suitable for owners of oily scalp.
After applying a silicone-containing product, the hair must be thoroughly rinsed, otherwise the silicone will create the effect of dirty hair.
To prevent frizzy hair, after washing, let it dry on its own, without using a hair dryer or flat iron. If the hair needs styling, then before that a protective indelible agent is applied to them, and only after that the styler is used.
To create a hairstyle, experts advise using wax as a fixing agent, as it smoothes unruly strands and fixes them in one position for a long time. Lacquer should be discarded, since its chemical compositiondestroys the hair structure.
Fluffy hair daily care
Split, brittle, dry hair is frizzy and electrified, so they need extra care. Special cosmetics are suitable for this, not only strengthening the hair structure, but also nourishing the scalp.
However, professional products are often overpriced, and their composition does not always have a negative effect on the skin and scalp. The best preparations for the care of frizzy hair are homemade masks. They will not only improve the condition of the scalp, but also moisturize the scalp.
Use homemade masks at least twice a week.
"Lazy" mask with burdock oil
This product is suitable for daily use. Fluffy hair becomes smooth and manageable after the first application. To prepare the mask, you will need a small spray bottle, water and burdock oil. The components are mixed in a 1: 1 ratio, then, using a spray gun, they are evenly applied to problem strands. At the end of the procedure, the hair is combed with a comb or massage comb.
The oil nourishes the hairline, slightly weighs it down, but at the same time smoothes the strands, preventing them from fluffing.
Mayonnaise-egg mask
Hair is very frizzy? Fatty mayonnaise will help to cope with this problem. To prepare the mask, you will need:
- two tablespoons of mayonnaise;
- 1 teaspoonspoonful of linseed oil;
- two chicken yolks.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly, heat in a water bath or steam. After the mask warms up a little, it must be applied to the hair along the entire length. Then the head must be covered with polyethylene, wrapped in a towel. The product is kept on the hair for 2 hours and washed off with water. You can repeat the procedure after 1-2 weeks. The mask is not suitable for oily scalp type.
Mask of herbal decoction and glycerin
Fluffy hair with constant use of this product is smoothed and become obedient. List of ingredients for making the mask:
- fifteen drops of glycerin;
- one chicken yolk;
- ascorbic acid ampoule;
- chamomile decoction – 100 ml.
The broth must be preheated, then mixed with glycerin, ascorbic acid and yolk. Mix the mixture thoroughly, apply to the strands. Put a shower cap on your head and wrap it with a bath towel.
The mask is kept on the hair for 30-40 minutes and completely washed off with water. The procedure can be repeated after 2-3 days.
Oil masks
Oil-based home remedies are used both at the ends of the hair and along the entire length. It is worth considering the fact that they can greatly weigh down the hair, therefore they are applied immediately before washing the head. Essential oils are used in combination with base oils, vegetable oils.
An effective remedy is burdock oil combined with essential lemonand chamomile oil.
List of ingredients:
- burdock oil - 2 tablespoons;
- chamomile and lemon oil - 10 drops each.
The components are mixed and heated in a water bath. The mask is applied to the hair, starting from the roots, ending with the tips. Particular attention is paid to the scalp and more fragile strands. The head should be wrapped in polyethylene and a towel. The product is aged on the hair for up to 1 hour, then washed off with shampoo. The procedure is repeated no earlier than 2 weeks later.
Lemon hair rinse
What can I do to keep my hair from getting frizzy? After each wash, rinse them in water mixed with lemon juice. Instead of pure water, you can use a herbal decoction made from chamomile, oak bark or elecampane.
In 500 ml. water or decoction, juice of one large lemon is added. The juice should not contain seeds or fruit pulp. Wet clean hair is rinsed with a ready-made solution, then an indelible balm is applied to them. Rinse with lemon juice applied every other day.
Gelatin mask
Home remedies with gelatin, with constant use, are comparable in effect to hair lamination. There are many options for preparing masks, but the most effective for eliminating brittleness and dryness of hair are:
- gelatin and nettle decoction with chamomile;
- gelatin and vinegar with essential oils.
To prepare a mask with herbs, you needmix 250 ml. warm broth with 1 tablespoon of gelatin, mix thoroughly. Add three tablespoons of shampoo to the mixture, mix again and let it brew for half an hour. When the mask is ready, apply it to the hair, avoiding contact with the roots and scalp. Leave for no more than 40 minutes and rinse under running water.
For the second mask, you will need to dissolve 2 tablespoons of gelatin in 300 ml. warm water. Then add 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar, 5 drops of sage essential oil and mix. Infuse the mixture for 30-40 minutes, then apply to the hair along the entire length, except for the roots. It is necessary to withstand the mask for no more than 20 minutes, the product is washed off with shampoo.
Gelatin masks should not be applied to the hair roots and scalp, as this makes it difficult to subsequently remove the product from the scalp. During the preparation of masks, only warm boiled water is used. The product must be thoroughly kneaded before application to avoid the formation of lumps.
Influence on the hair from the inside
To keep your hair smooth, shiny and manageable, you need to take care of it not only from the outside, but also from the inside. The lack of vitamins and nutrients in the body will help make up for a special diet.
The daily diet should include fruits, vegetables, meat and fish, as well as dairy, sour-milk products. Stopping smoking, alcohol and junk food will help restore normal hair growth.
With intense exercise, the bodyrecharge is needed, and he begins to take useful substances from his own reserves. This leads to deterioration of the hair. In order to prevent malnutrition of the scalp and hairline, it is necessary to additionally use vitamin-mineral complexes and eat right.
