Frizz: how to control your hair

Why do I have frizzy hair?

Frizz has two main causes: lack of moisture and humidity. Instead of being intertwined, the scales covering the fibers of dry hair are very open. As a result, they no longer play an effective barrier role. This porosity makes hair vulnerable to humidity, and also to other external factors. By absorbing humidity, the hair swells up. This is when frizz can become a problem. Textured hair (curly and frizzy) is drier and more porous than straight hair. It is therefore more prone to frizz.

Frizz-taming boar bristle brush

It's the anti-frizz secret for beautiful, smooth, and shiny hair. The boar bristle brush works wonders on hair prone to frizziness. And that's thanks to the fibrous structure of boar hair which not only captures sebum at the roots, but also distributes it evenly to the ends. Used morning and night, the boar bristle brush moisturizes the hair fiber and flattens the cuticle to smooth hair and control flyaway strands. In fact, Altesse Studio boar bristle care brushes are proven to work, with 94% of our users saying they smooth hair and reduce frizz. The reward? Stronger and shinier hair every time you brush.

Tame frizz with specialized hair treatments

In addition to styling with a boar bristle brush, you can also help control your hair with specialized anti-frizz treatments. But not just any old product. For optimal hair fiber care, we prefer natural products such as piqui vegetable oil. It’s virtues? It’s deeply nourishing, softens hair, restores lightness, and helps lock in moisture. This makes it an invaluable ally for styling frothy and frizzy hair.

Sleeping on a silk pillowcase: the anti-frizz tip for better-controlled morning hair

Silk has hidden virtues for keeping hair soft and silky, but above all for preventing frizziness.

• It’s an exceptionally smooth material, which reduces mechanical friction between the hair and the pillow. The result is less frizz, less breakage and less detangling when you finally jump out of bed.
• Unlike cotton or other materials, silk is non-absorbent. In other words, it doesn't absorb the hair's natural oils. It therefore helps to preserve hair hydration overnight (and does the same for the skin!).
• Silk reduces static electricity which also contributes to frizz. As a result, when you wake up in the morning, your hair will be smoother and better controlled.