Hot, humid weather can wreak havoc on both makeup and hair—but the right anti-frizz products can help keep flyaways and frizz under control, even during a heatwave. While frizz is often associated with summer, it can strike anytime, especially if your hair is damaged, curly, or naturally dry—all of which can lead to that telltale fuzzy halo.
Our Top Picks
– Best Shampoo: Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo, $34
– Best Heat Protectant: Briogeo Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Perfection Crème, $26
– Best Styling Spray: John Frieda Frizz-Ease Dream Curls Daily Styling Spray, $12
– Best for Shine: Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray, $28
– Best Oil: Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum, $7
– Best Leave-In: Redken Frizz Dismiss Smooth Force Leave-In Conditioner Spray, $30
– Best Lotion: Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion, $36
– Best Conditioner: Paul Mitchell Super Skinny Conditioner, $41
In This Article
– What causes frizz?
– Does anything really help frizzy hair?
– What to Look for in Products for Frizzy Hair
– Meet the Experts
There’s no universal fix for frizz—what works depends on your hair type and routine. “Just like skincare, the right regimen is unique to each person,” says Oribe global artist Adam Livermore. For example, someone with curls who air-dries their hair needs a different approach than someone who regularly gets blowouts. That’s why the best anti-frizz products offer solutions for every hair type.
### John Frieda Frizz-Ease Dream Curls Daily Styling Spray
Why We Love It: A cult favorite, the original Frizz-Ease set the bar for frizz control, smoothing hair without leaving it stiff. This version adds moisture and shine to curls, making it perfect for defining waves or refreshing second-day hair. Lightweight and non-sticky, it won’t weigh down looser curls.
Best For: Waves and curls
Size: 200 ml
Key Ingredients: Rosehip oil, panthenol, glycerin
Type: Spray
Pros:
✔ Doesn’t leave hair sticky
✔ Works on damp or dry hair
Cons:
✘ Contains silicones, which may build up over time
### Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray
Why We Love It: This spray lives up to its name—it creates an invisible shield against humidity, leaving hair sleek and shiny. Applied before blow-drying, it lasts through three washes. Note: It requires heat activation, so it’s best for blowouts, not air-drying.
Best For: Heat styling
Size: 200 ml
Key Ingredients: Panthenol, hydrolyzed keratin, hydrolyzed silk
Type: Spray
Pros:
✔ Long-lasting frizz protection
✔ Adds shine
Cons:
✘ Not suitable for air-drying
### Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo
Why We Love It: Unlike many shampoos that strip moisture, this sulfate- and silicone-free formula cleanses gently while fighting humidity. Jojoba esters help keep hair soft and smooth.
Best For: All hair types, including curls
Size: 236 ml
Key Ingredients: Jojoba esters, phytantriol
Type: Shampoo
Pros:
✔ Makes hair easier to style
✔ Moisturizes without weighing hair down
Cons:
✘ May be too heavy for fine hair
### Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Anti-Frizz Serum
Why We Love It: A budget-friendly classic, this serum tames frizz with argan oil and silicone, leaving hair smooth and shiny. A little goes a long way—just avoid over-applying to prevent buildup.
Best For: Quick frizz control
Size: 100 ml
Key Ingredients: Argan oil, silicone
Type: Serum
Pros:
✔ Affordable
✔ Instantly smooths hair
Cons:
✘ Can feel heavy if too much is usedHere’s a more natural and fluent version of your text while keeping all the original information:
Leek & Shine Serum
This updated formula combines argan and apricot kernel oils with smoothing agents to control frizz and add shine for days. The silicone gives it a slippery texture, so start with just a drop and add more only if needed.
Best For: Thick or coarse hair
Size: 150 ml
Key Ingredients: Argan oil, apricot kernel oil, dimethicone
Type: Hair serum
Love It
– A little goes a long way
– Long-lasting frizz control
Leave It
– May be too heavy for fine hair
—
Redken Frizz Dismiss Leave-In Conditioner Spray
This lightweight spray detangles, fights humidity, and smooths hair without weighing it down. It also provides heat protection.
Best For: Fine or thinning hair
Size: 200 ml
Key Ingredients: Babassu oil, pracaxi oil, glycerin
Type: Spray
Love It
– Lightweight for fine hair
– Helps detangle for easier styling
Leave It
– May not be moisturizing enough for thick or coarse hair
—
Briogeo Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Cream
Designed for blowouts, this cream uses rosehip, argan, and coconut oils to control frizz and protect against heat up to 450°F. A pea-sized amount is enough—let it dry before styling.
Best For: Thick or coarse heat-styled hair
Size: 118 ml
Key Ingredients: Rosehip oil, argan oil, coconut oil
Type: Styling cream
Love It
– Leaves hair shiny and soft
– Strong humidity resistance
Leave It
– Not ideal for fine hair
—
Moroccanoil Smoothing Lotion
A lighter alternative to their famous argan oil, this lotion fights humidity, reduces breakage, and adds shine with medium hold—great for defining curls.
Best For: Wavy or curly hair
Size: 300 ml
Key Ingredients: Argan oil, argan butter, Polyquaternium-70
Type: Styling cream
Love It
– Moisturizing enough for Type 4 curls
Leave It
– May emphasize split ends
—
Olaplex No. 6 Bond Smoother
Repairs damaged hair by relinking broken bonds from heat and color treatments. Also contains aloe vera and panthenol to reduce frizz and cut blow-dry time.
Best For: Damaged hair
Size: 100 ml
Key Ingredients: Bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, coconut oil, panthenol
Type: Styling cream
Love It
– Actively repairs hair
– Reduces drying time
Leave It
– (No major drawbacks noted)
—
Kérastase Anti-Frizz Serum
This peptide-based serum strengthens hair and protects against frizz from hard water, heat, and humidity. Glycine, a key amino acid, helps maintain smoothness.
(Note: The original text cuts off here, so I’ve kept the phrasing natural while preserving the incomplete thought.)
Let me know if you’d like any refinements!Here’s a natural, fluent rewrite of the text while preserving the original meaning:
Helps repair keratin bonds to minimize breakage and seal split ends.
Best for: Weak, brittle hair or split ends
Size: 90 ml
Key Ingredients: Glycine, peptides, dimethicone
Type: Hair serum
Love It
– Strengthens damaged hair
– Protects against hard water damage
Leave It
– Not very moisturizing
—
SheaMoisture Coconut & Hibiscus Curl Mousse
Price: $12 ($8 on Amazon – 33% off) | $13 at Ulta
Why We Love It:
Mousse got a bad rap in the ’80s, but it’s actually great for curls—adding volume and definition without crunch. This formula is extra hydrating with shea butter, coconut oil, and neem oil. It also helps curls hold their shape longer between washes and is silicone-free.
Best for: Curly, coily, and kinky hair
Size: 222 ml
Key Ingredients: Shea butter, coconut oil, neem oil
Type: Mousse
Love It
– Silicone-free (no buildup)
– Long-lasting curl definition
Leave It
– Too heavy for fine hair
—
Oribe Priming Lotion Leave-In Conditioning Detangler
Price: $42 (Amazon) | $38 (Nordstrom/Dermstore)
Why We Love It:
Made for 3B–4C curls, this lotion detangles gently to prevent breakage and flyaways. Livermore (with 3A curls) says: “I apply it right after washing, then comb through to smooth my cuticles.”
Best for: Waves, curls, and coils
Size: 250 ml
Key Ingredients: Avocado oil, jojoba oil, mango butter
Type: Styling cream
Love It
– Protects against heat damage
Leave It
– Takes trial and error to find the right amount
– Scent differs from other Oribe products
—
Reverie Milk Anti-Frizz Leave-In Nourishing Treatment
Price: $44 (Amazon/Credo Beauty)
Why We Love It:
Not all hair needs heavy creams—this lightweight lotion tames frizz with 16 essential oils (like pracaxi seed and bergamot oil) without weighing down fine or thinning hair.
Best for: Fine or thinning hair
Size: 30 ml, 98 ml, 200 ml
Key Ingredients: Pracaxi oil, shea butter, olive extract
Type: Styling lotion
Love It
– Absorbs instantly, no residue
Leave It
– Only works on damp/freshly washed hair
—
Iles Formula Finishing Serum Haute Performance
Price: $54 ($51 on Amazon – 6% off)
Why We Love It:
A stylist favorite, this serum smooths hair, protects against heat/UV damage, and prevents color fading. Infused with Japanese silk, it reduces frizz. Apply to damp hair and air-dry or style as usual.
Best for: All hair types, especially heat-styled hair
Size: 200 ml
Key Ingredients: Tucuma seed butter, macadamia oil, silk extract, panthenol
Type: Serum
Love It
– Hydrating for waves/curls
Leave It
– Floral scent may not appeal to everyone
—
Christophe Robin Night Recovery Oil
Price: $47 ($45 on Amazon – 4% off)
Why We Love It:
An intensive overnight treatment for thick/curly hair, it strengthens strands, reduces frizz, and shields against daily damage. Can also prep hair before coloring. Note: It’s solid at room temp—warm between hands before applying.
Best for: Thick, curly hair
Size: 100 ml
Key Ingredients: Monoi oil, tamanu oil
Type: Treatment oil
Love It
– Deeply nourishing
Leave It
– Requires warming up before useHere’s the rewritten text in fluent, natural English while keeping the original meaning intact:
—
You’ll need to warm it in hot water for about 10 minutes until it becomes liquid. Wear a cap overnight to protect your pillow, then rinse and shampoo in the morning, says Hamilton. (If you have thick hair, you can skip washing it out unless you prefer to.)
Best For: Thick or curly hair
Size: 90 ml
Key Ingredients: Monoi oil, lotus flower extract
Type: Oil
Love It
– The white lotus extract gives it a pleasant scent
– Helps seal split ends
Leave It
– Can take time to apply and wear
### Crown Affair Leave-in Conditioner
Price: $48 at Sephora
Why We Love It: Leave-in conditioners can feel heavy, but Crown Affair’s version balances moisture with a lightweight finish. It’s great for fine waves or curls and strong enough to tame flyaways and baby hairs. Instead of heavy oils and butters, it uses tsubaki seed oil, mustard flower extract, and sugar beet extract for barely-there conditioning.
Best For: All hair types, especially fine hair
Size: 150 ml
Key Ingredients: Tsubaki seed oil, mustard flower extract, sugar beet extract
Type: Leave-in conditioner
Love It
– Smooths baby hairs and flyaways
– Works on damp or dry hair
Leave It
– Contains alcohol and silicones, which may not suit curly hair
### What Causes Frizz?
Frizz happens when the hair’s outer layer (the cuticle) lifts up. Livermore explains, “The cuticle is like shingles on a roof—when smooth and intact, hair stays shiny and frizz-free.”
Naturally curly, coiled, or wavy hair tends to be dry, making it more prone to frizz. Coarse and gray hair also frizzes easily due to dryness and extra cuticle layers. Damage from styling or chemical treatments (like coloring) can worsen frizz, says Livermore.
### Does Anything Really Help Frizzy Hair?
Smoothing the cuticle helps control frizz. Silicones work well—they coat the hair, smooth the cuticle, and seal it shut, says Livermore.
Certain hairstyles also help. “Blow-drying or flat-ironing can close the cuticle, reducing moisture absorption,” Nast advises. Always use heat protectant first to avoid damage.
Washing less often helps too. “Shampoo can slightly lift the cuticle,” Livermore notes. “Conditioner closes it back down.” A cold-water rinse can also temporarily seal the cuticle.
For prevention, Nast recommends:
– Always using heat protectant
– Avoiding over-shampooing
– Weekly deep conditioning
– Regular trims
### What to Look for in Frizz-Control Products
With so many options, focus on these key factors:
Key Ingredients:
Nast and Livermore suggest moisturizing ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, argan oil, and jojoba oil. These help tame and smooth frizzy hair. Hydrolyzed keratin is great for damaged hair—it repairs and smooths cuticles.
Your Hair Type:
Choose products suited to your hair’s texture and needs.
—
The text is now clearer and more natural while preserving all original details.The formula you choose matters. For example, silicones like dimethicone work well for straight hair but may not be the best choice for wavy or curly hair. “Since some silicones aren’t water-soluble, they can build up on hair over time. That’s why many people with curly hair prefer silicone-free products,” explains Livermore. Because curly hair tends to be washed less frequently to retain moisture, silicone buildup can become more noticeable. On the other hand, those with fine hair might benefit from texturizing and volumizing products that add body while resisting humidity.
When it comes to product types—serums, oils, mists, or conditioners—it can be tricky to know what works best. For fine or thin hair, lightweight serums and sprays with volumizing benefits are ideal. “For clients with thick, curly hair, I recommend richer formulas like oils and leave-in products, which provide deep moisture and long-lasting nourishment,” says Hamilton.
Meet the Experts
Adam Livermore is a celebrity hairstylist who has worked with Cher and Jennifer Lopez, and is also an Oribe global artist.
Jennifer Nast is a hairstylist at Sharon Dorram Color at Sally Hershberger Salon in New York City.