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We spent three weeks testing anti-frizz shampoos to see which products help with humidity.
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We know the struggle of trying to find a good shampoo that reduces frizz.
You want a product thats hydrating and will keep your hair smooth.
We tested multiple products on different hair types to help you decide which anti-frizz shampoo is right for you.
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Kelli Haasis a hair colorist and Deva Curl-certified stylist at Ritual Salon in Austin, Texas.
Your shampoo and conditioner are the foundation, Haas says.
From fine to thick hair, these products willdefine your curly hairand minimize frizz in the scorching Southern heat.
The Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo is lightweight and smoothing, but some flyaways still lingered.Credit: Southern Living
Our tester has 2A/2B hair with loose waves and found the shampoo nourishing and hydrating.
A little goes a long way, and the shampoo has a nice sudsy lather.
It rinsed out easily and made her scalp feel clean without overly stripping it.
It also left her hair feeling soft and silky without leaving any residue behind.
It had a pleasant, salon-like scent that was relatively strong but didnt linger after rinsing.
It didnt weigh her hair down, which is ideal for medium to fine hair.
Our tester tends to experience frizz and flyaways around her hairline, and added frizz when its humid.
Her only complaint was that she still had a few lingering flyaways after using the product.
The Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo is sulfate-free and under $30 for a 10-ounce bottle.
It will help control your frizz while smoothing your hair.
This product is for you if youre looking for a nice lather and more shine.
Our tester has thin, frizzy hair with a lot of natural volume.
When testing the shampoo, she always felt her hair was cleansed well.
Getting the shampoo to lather through her short hair took a lot of product.
Though it rinsed out easily and didnt leave any residue, it didnt spread evenly.
It didnt strip her hair of any natural oils, giving her hair more shine.
The product has a light artificial smell, but it didnt linger after washing it out.
The Perfect Smooth Shampoo from Nature Lab Tokyo lives up to its name.
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The oils and extracts included in the formula help tame dry and frizzy hair.
The natural citrus fruit, Yuzu ceramide, detangles the hair.
Quinoa, a grain filled with protein and minerals, repairs the hair to add strength and hydration.
Our tester loved how the Eufora Perfect Curl Shampoo defined her curls, reduced frizz, and added moisture.Credit: Southern Living
Our tester has straight hair of medium thickness.
The shampoo lathered and rinsed well, leaving no residue behind.
It also didnt leave the hair feeling heavy or stripped of any natural oils.
She used the shampoo at least every other day for almost three weeks.
It wasnt ever thick or sticky, cleansing the hair well.
Our tester enjoyed the light and fresh scent of the product.
Overall, her hair was moisturized and smooth after using the shampoo.
She didnt see extreme results, but the product still worked well.
Its also free of sulfates, parabens, and gluten.
At only $19, its a more affordable option than other shampoos on the market.
It helps detangle the hair while adding shine and hydration.
Our tester has frizzy, thick, color-treated hair.
The shampoo lathered well and had a lovely scent.
She described it as feeling luxurious and rich, hydrating her hair and reducing frizz.
Her hair combed out easily while wet after using the product, not getting tangled or knotted.
Though moisturizing, it never made her hair feel heavy or greasy.
She used the shampoo in a very hot climate and experienced less frizz.
It also defined her curls, helping her shape and style her hair.
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Its great for color-treated hair and anyone with texture issues.
The only major downside was that at $37, its a bit pricey for one bottle.
For defined hair and added shine, use theEufora Curl Enhancing Shampoo.
Our tester’s hair was moisturized and smooth after using the NatureLab Tokyo Perfect Smooth Shampoo.Credit: Southern Living
Our Testing Process
We spent three weeks testing anti-frizz shampoos in June in Alabama.
We conducted three separate tests, shampooing a total of 60 times.
Our testers have various hair types and textures for a thorough analysis.
Testers followed the manufacturers instructions for using the shampoo.
After rinsing thoroughly with warm water, they repeated if necessary.
They then used conditioner if desired.
They each used the shampoo at least twice a week during testing.
While testing the cleansing ability, testers described how well the shampoo cleansed their hair and scalp.
They noted if the shampoo stripped their hair of its natural oils or had any smell.
The shampoo’s effectiveness on each hair bang out was a significant indicator of its value.
They also looked for any additional benefits, like volume and definition.
The overall findings were that most of the shampoos helped define their curl patterns more.
Frizzy hair does well with a lot of moisture, so a shampoo that provides hydration is key.
Its also recommended to avoid sulfates because they can strip the hair of natural oils.
Ingredients
Ingredients that moisturize and smooth the hair are key to minimizing frizz.
Look for hydrating oils and ingredients like shea butter in your anti-frizz shampoo.
Ingredients can be so complicated that when not understood correctly, can just lead to more confusion.
Questions And Answers
What should you avoid in a shampoo for frizzy hair?
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Avoid anything that can dry out your hair.
When coaching clients to buy products, I always recommend staying sulfate-free.
You should also avoid drying alcohols and silicones to keep your hair hydrated.
The Pureology Smooth Perfection reduced frizz and defined curls for textured, color-treated hair.Credit: Southern Living
How do you keep hair from getting frizzy after washing it?
Its easy for curly hair to become frizzy after its washed.
Preventing frizz is complicated and multifaceted, but it starts with your shampoo and conditioner, Haas says.
What you use to cleanse and condition your hair creates the foundation for frizz-free curls.
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This article was written byEnJanae' Taylor, a contributing writer forSouthern Livingwho specializes in shopping content.
