Why humidity makes your hair frizzy

During hot and humid weather even perfectly styled hair can become messy puffy and frizzy within minutes.

While sweat and heat can play a role the main reason is actually what happens to the hair when it comes into contact with moisture in the air. Hair is mostly made of a protein called keratin. Its shape is partly maintained by weak hydrogen bonds. When the air becomes humid hair absorbs moisture which changes these bonds and can make your hairstyle lose its shape.

Which hair types are most affected?

Some types of hair are more sensitive to humidity than others. Curly porous and chemically treated hair can absorb more moisture making them more likely to become frizzy puffy or tangled.

Frizzy hair does not always mean that your hair is dry. It can also be a sign that your hair is absorbing moisture from the surrounding air.

How to reduce frizz

A few simple hair care habits may help keep frizz under control.

•Use a conditioner after washing your hair.

•Avoid rubbing your hair roughly with a towel.

•Gently squeeze out excess water and pat your hair dry.

•Try a leave in conditioner for extra moisture.

Use an anti frizz serum when needed.

Choose hair products based on their ingredients rather than only their price or popularity.

Tips.

Humidity can change the way your hair behaves especially if you have curly porous or chemically treated hair. Using the right products and handling your hair gently can help keep it smoother and easier to manage in humid weather.