Frizz driving you cray-cray? We’re not even going to begin to draw parallels with a certain Ms. Geller who feels the exact same way! Owing to the excessive humidity in the air during the monsoon, frizzy hair is very common this time of the year, and unless you think you’re starring in your own sitcom, this is really not a great look!
To tackle frizz, let’s understand what it is in the first place: Frizz is a sign of dry and/or damaged hair that is reaching out to the air around it to seek and draw in moisture, which is why the hair ends up sticking out at all angles more than usual. Introducing moisture into the hair shaft and locking that in can greatly reduce the pain that is frizz.
Let’s take a look at some products that can help achieve this, because we’re already dealing with cloudy grey skies hanging over our heads, and we really don’t need frizzy hair doing it too!
1. Sebastian Professional Taming Elixir
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If you’re dealing with frizzy and unmanageable hair, try this serum that is specially designed to smooth and hydrate hair and tame the frizz. The lightweight cream formula, made with avocado oil, provides natural-looking definition and thermal protection and is ideal for use with heat styling products as well.
Price: INR 1,950 for 140ml
2. The Body Shop Banana Truly Nourishing Hair Mask
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Put down that banana and leave it for your smoothie bowl! Instead, opt for a nourishing banana hair mask like this one that leaves your hair feeling healthier, less frizzy and shinier. This once-a-week treatment mask features a delicious blend of Community Trade natural-origin ingredients, including organic banana puree from Ecuador and Brazil nut oil from Peru. Did you know that bananas contain silica? This natural compound helps the body produce collagen that is essential for building keratin, the protein that makes up the hair. That explains why it works well when applied directly to the hair too.
Price: INR 1,645 for 240ml
3. weDo/ Professional Natural Oil
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Made with 99.4% natural origin ingredients, this composition of natural oils instantly nourishes hair, leaving it soft and glossy with an anti-frizz effect. Formulated with macadamia and almond oils with conditioning properties, this multitasking silicone-free hair oil can also be used on the skin for moisturisation purposes.
Price: INR 3,350 for 100ml
4. It’s a 10 Haircare Miracle Moisture Shampoo
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Let one of the first steps in your hair care routine be one that nips frizz in the bud. Opt for a shampoo like this one that controls frizzy and unruly hair. Infused with ingredients such as vitamin C, sunflower seed extract, Tahitian noni oil, acai and moringa extracts, aloe vera and more, this no-sulfate formula is intensely moisturising and cleanses without damage.
Price: INR 3,870 for 1ltr
5. Kimirica Golden Jojoba Oil
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If organically farmed, unprocessed oil with highest purity grade is what you seek, then try this golden jojoba oil that is 100% natural and extracted directly from the pressing of jojoba seeds. Jojoba oil works well to contain flyaways and frizz, and even treat dry scalp & dandruff. Free from harmful chemicals, this non-sticky oil provides plant-based moisturisation for all hair & skin types—yes, this can be used for both!
Price: INR 599 for 30ml
6. Sunday Forever Silk Pillowcase
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It is now common knowledge that silk pillowcases are a boon for frizzy hair. Thanks to silk’s smooth texture there is no friction or static electricity formed between the hair and the fabric, which means you wake up with smoother, less tangled hair. Pillowcases made from pure mulberry silk, like this one, are perfect for reducing frizz. These are available in elegant colour options such as white, champagne, grey and black.
Price: INR 8,499 for a pair, INR 4,499 per piece
7. Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion
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Who doesn’t love the many benefits of argan oil? This lightweight formula, infused with argan oil, vitamins, and other nourishing ingredients, work together to fight frizz & humidity, and boost smoothness, shine, and definition. It also detangles, provides medium hold, and increases manageability for easier blow-drying.
Price: INR 2,700 for 300ml
8. Kerastase Discipline Bain Fluidéaliste Sulfate Free Shampoo
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If you’re already dealing with delicate, chemically-treated strands, go for a gentle shampoo formula like this one that rescues frizzy hair in need of manageability. The sulfate-free formula makes it ideal for very sensitised, colour-treated or chemically-treated hair. Its Morpho-Kératine Complex technology coats each hair fibre restoring uniformity for smooth hair and your hair is left more manageable and protected from frizz-inducing factors.
Price: Rs. 2,450 for 250ml
9. L’Oreal Professionnel Serie Expert Liss Unlimited Primrose Oil
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A good serum can make your day! This one fights frizz and makes hair manageable. It contains Reflexium that covers hair with light film that is water soluble, making your hair look good without weighing it down. It also comes with a pleasant, subtle fragrance, making it the perfect ally for icky monsoon hair.
Price: Rs. 710 for 125ml
