Combat Spring Humidity with These Products for Salon-Perfect Hair
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The best products to combat humidity.
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Though March has been surprisingly chilly, spring weather brings back the high Texas humidity percentages. Whether you’re enjoying thrilling rides at the rodeo or outdoor shopping at River Oaks District, you’ll need the right products to keep your salon-perfect hair tamed.
When the air reaches a spike in humidity, it causes hydrogen bonds to form within the proteins of hair, which triggers the arrival of hair’s worst enemy, frizz. Prepare your hair before walking out the door with deep conditioning treatments and scalp care.
Yes, searching for humidity-fighting products on Google is easy, but it’s important to know what ingredients to look for. Products that contain argan, avocado, coconut, and jojoba oils are the best fit to win the frizz war because of their amount of protein and nourishment. But remember, oils are for damp hair, and sprays are used on dry hair.
For a quick fix to combat the unwanted puffy look, try a mist-like Chita Beauty Gloss N Go Shine that will give your hair a nice hold throughout the day. You can also prepare ahead of time by using a leave-in conditioning cream like Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine, or Sol de Janeiro Triple Brazilian Butter Hair Repair Treatment Mask prior to styling to ensure a long-lasting look.
As you prepare for an overflow of selfies this spring break, stay prepared with these humidity-fighting sprays, mists, creams, and serums.
amika Shield Anti-Humidity Spray and Heat Protectant
$26
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What’s unique about the Shield Anti-Humidity Spray is its use of thermal heat to combat humidity. Expected to shield against frizz and humidity for up to 24 hours, it’s infused with antioxidant-rich sea buckthorn berry to nourish the hair and defend against harsh UV rays.
Aussie Hair Insurance Leave-In Conditioner
$4
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To give your hair extra hydration, spritz the Hair Insurance Leave-in Conditioner by Aussie on damp hair. With active ingredients such as jojoba oil and sea kelp, this spray will tame, soften, and smooth hair, while making it smell amazing.
Bio Collection Organic Pure Argan Oil Local
$19
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Bio Collection’s Organic Pure Argan Oil is another serum that can be used to nourish your hair, and also to soften skin and strengthen nails. This multi-use product is perfect for strands because of its high content of vitamin E, which is vital for taming the frizz.
Chita Beauty Gloss N Go Shine Mist
$17
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Another thermal-activated spray is the Chita Beauty Gloss N Go Shine Mist. Made with vitamin E and jojoba oils, the heat-activated ingredients cut down on drying time, while revealing glossy strands. It also has a UV absorber to protect the hair from sun damage.
Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Intensely Smooth Leave-In Conditioning Cream
$3
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This leave-in conditioning cream is an ultimate staff favorite for making sure that hair is frizz-free. Sleek & Shine combats 97% humidity for up to 72 hours with its unique formula of argan oil and vitamin E. Apply to damp hair before blow-drying for smooth and nourished straight hair.
Living Proof No Frizz Instant De-Frizzer
$29
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Living Proof’s Humidity Shield prevents frizz and blocks humidity with a swift spritz of a mist. The weightless formula delivers six times the humidity protection while serving as a heat protectant for up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
MIZANI Humidity Resistant Mist Light Hold Hairspray
$20
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For a more hydrating mist, MIZANI’s Light Hold Hairspray is one of the best on the market. Its lightweight formula protects hair from chemical damage, split ends, breakage, and environmental stressors. Plus your hair will smell like it came straight out of the salon.
Joon Haircare Saffron Hair Elixir Oil Local
$28
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If flyaways are your biggest hair problem, local beauty brand Joon Haircare has the hair serum for you. With natural ingredients of saffron, pistachio, and rose, this natural elixir will smooth those frizzy flyaways while giving your hair a bountiful bounce.
Sexy Hair Big Sexy Hair Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray
$20
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While straight hair is all the rage, curly tresses and wand-curled strands are great for weekend nights out. As the last step before walking out the door, keep those curls intact with the Weather Proof Humidity Resistant Spray by Sexy Hair, which provides a high-performance shield against humidity.
Sol de Janeiro Triple Brazilian Butter™ Hair Repair Treatment Mask
$36
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Sol de Janeiro is mostly known for its delicious-smelling body butter, but the brand also makes an even better mask for your hair. The Triple Brazilian Butter uses Brazilian ingredients like Cupuaçu Butter for deep moisturization, Murumuru Butter for frizz control and softness, and Tucumã Butter to protect against breakage to pre-treat your strands.
