straightening curly, frizzy, stubborn hair - Beauty & Cosmetics Message Board

MydeadSea · 08-24-2004, 05:43 PM

I have super curly hair.. the only problem is, If Its hot, or cold, or humid, or nice out, it frizzes. if I brush it, or style it, or touch it, or look at it, it frizzes. I've spent 20-30 minutes straightening my bangs and about 10 minutes after I stop, they curl back up again

I was wondering if any body knows if any good products/techniques that would keep my hair straight, atleast for the day?? Also, has anyone tried the at home straightening products, and if so, how'd that go? (my hair is about to my cheek,and to have it straightened professionally is about $45-50

..not worth it for such short hair) Actually, I'd even settle for a product that'd make my curls nice, instead of frizzy, any advice would be greatly appreciated....I hate my hair!!!

maak823 · 08-25-2004, 06:37 AM

First- if your hair is that curly- let them curl, no need to cause the damage and not to mention the frustration of the straightening process. Try the "Curl" line by Matrix (Biolage) its a good system and has a nice styling creme which really helps to reduce the frizz.

lunachick03 · 08-25-2004, 10:58 AM

I think you should try to correct the frizz problem before you decide to get your hair straightened. Getting your hair chemically straightened will more than likely do more damage to your hair...not worth it! The best product line I have ever used for my extremely long wavy hair is ouidad! Ouidad has a conditioner called Deep Treatment...it's expensive but it's worth every cent. Hair that is naturally curly/ wavy tends to be much drier because the hair lacks moisture. I try to do a deep treatment on my hair once a week so that it stays healthy and frizz free. Once your hair retains enough moisture, you will notice less frizz and your hair will be much easier to manage. How often do you condition your hair now?? Also, what product(s) have you tried? hope this helps!! Let me know

MydeadSea · 08-25-2004, 04:27 PM

I'd be okay with my curly hair if it didnt frizz all the time. I've tried this syrum stuff that says put a little in your hand and run it through your hair (blow dry straight or air dry for nice curls....I forget what its called.....John something) Also, I condition my hair every day with pantene pro-v. I use like a handfull every time, and i wash my hair as soon as i get in the shower, rinse, put the conditioner on, and leave it in for the remainder of my shower (usually 10-15 minutes)...Ive tried suave gel products for curls..uhhmmm....I've tried different types of pomade. ....my hair is curly/frizzy, and Fine.....so ..so far I havent found anything that works for me

Kayley · 08-25-2004, 07:26 PM

It sounds like your hair is just like mine. My hair is curly, tends to frizz and fine too. I have tried lots and lots of shampoos and products and I have found that the ones you buy in the store just don't work. It is well worth it to buy salon products when you have hair like ours. About six months ago I started using Matrix Biolage Ultra Hydrating shampoo and conditioner and it works great and it doesn't stop working like so many others. I recently tried the Matrix Smoothing shampoo and conditioner and I also bought the deep conditioner and it works good too. For styling products, I like Silk Therapy by Farouk and after I dry my hair I put in some Sebastian Taffy to separate and get the "piecy" look. I had so many products, my cabinets were full of them, and I gave them all to my daughter the other day because I finally found the products that work for me. Let me know if you decide to try them and what you think, ok?
Good luck!
Kayley