When your hair is exposed to static electricity, you will find it difficult to maintain and maintain the hairstyle you want. Fortunately, there are many ways to reduce frizz and static electricity in your hair. If your hair is constantly receiving static electricity, try changing your hair care routine by staying away from plastic combs, shampooing less, and using an ionic blow dryer. For a quick fix, use a dryer sheet or apply a moisturizing product to your hair.
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Method 1 of 3: Trying Flash Repair
Step 1. Use a dryer sheet to get rid of static electricity quickly
If you have a dryer sheet at home, rub it against your hair when static electricity starts to build up there. You can also use a dryer sheet to wipe down combs and brushes to help prevent the transfer of static electricity.
- Line your drawers with a dryer sheet to keep the brush inside, or spread a dryer sheet under your pillow before bed to help prevent static electricity.
- There are also special antistatic dryer sheets designed to get rid of static electricity in the hair.
Step 2. Smooth out creases with a little lotion
Use any regular lotion you have at home, such as hand lotion. Dab a coin-sized amount of lotion on your hands, and rub it in your palms before spreading it evenly and thoroughly through your hair.
- Use only a small amount of lotion. If too much, the hair can be too heavy to make.
- Run your fingers through your hair to spread the lotion. Focus on the ends and areas that are clearly branching.
Step 3. Pull the hair away from the face
If you want to prevent static electricity from getting into your hair from the start, try a bun. You can also braid your hair, making a thin braid around your face, or a large braid using all of your hair at once.
If you're in an environment that generates a lot of static electricity in your hair, pull it away from your face until you're about to leave
Step 4. Change the parting if you are wearing a hat
Before putting on the hat, move your natural hair part to another section. Once you've removed the hat after putting it on, you can return the parting back to the way it was, and no longer have to deal with static electricity or sticky hair.
Step 5. Replace rubber-soled shoes with leather-soled ones
Rubber soles are easier to channel electricity to the body, from the feet to the hair. To avoid this, you should choose leather-soled shoes. This way, you will avoid the minor electric shocks that come with static electricity.
Step 6. Change clothes with natural materials to avoid static electricity
Synthetic materials are easier to store an electric charge, which in turn produces static electricity. You can prevent static electricity from building up in your hair by wearing clothes made of fabrics such as cotton, silk, or wool.
- For example, you could try wrapping your hair in a silk scarf before going to bed or using a silk pillowcase to protect your hair from static electricity.
- Stay away from synthetic materials like polyester or nylon.
Method 2 of 3: Changing Hair Care Routine
Step 1. Less shampooing
Instead of shampooing every day, try skipping 1-2 days. It's better for your hair if you only wash it when needed, and will help reduce static electricity because the hair will retain its natural oils.
If your hair tends to get oily easily, this method might not work for you. Try using a dry shampoo on days you don't wash your hair to help control oil
Step 2. Use a rubber or metal brush and comb
Plastic is a good conductor of static electricity, and plastic combs tend to make it easier for static electricity to shade hair. Try to use a metal or rubber comb or brush that has a smooth surface and is free of static electricity.
Use natural bristles instead of synthetic bristles to drastically reduce static electricity
Step 3. Wrap your hair in a microfiber cloth or T-shirt while drying your hair
Regular terry towels can increase tangles and static electricity, as well as dry hair. So, it's best to buy a microfiber towel or look for a soft cotton t-shirt and wrap it around your hair. This method is useful, especially for preventing tangles in curly and frizzy hair.
If you're wrapping your hair in a t-shirt, try to wear one that's large enough so that the entire hair can be wrapped around easily
Step 4. Replace the old hair dryer with the Ionic one
Ionic hair dryers help neutralize the charge caused by static electricity. If you've had an old hairdryer for a long time, try upgrading it by using a new ionic model that dries faster and keeps hair static-free.
Before using a hairdryer, spray a heat protectant on the hair. This helps prevent static electricity while also protecting the hair from getting damaged
Step 5. Apply thermal protection to hair before straightening or curling hair
If you experience static electric shocks in your hair after using a straightener or curling iron, you may not be protecting your hair properly. Spray the heat protectant on the hair before using heat-treating tools, and spread the shield evenly along the length of the hair.
Don't forget to wait until your hair is completely dry before using a hot tool so you don't damage your hair
Method 3 of 3: Choosing Hair Products
Step 1. Purchase a leave-in conditioner to prevent static electricity when traveling
Dry hair is prone to static electricity, so prevent it by keeping it moist. If you're on the move, at school, or if your hair just needs a little fix, always have a small bottle of leave-in conditioner handy. Pour a coin-sized amount of conditioner into your hands, and spread it through your hair to help reduce static electricity.
Hair oils and moisturizing creams are also great for on-the-go quick fixes. You can find hair oils and moisturizing creams in the beauty section of major supermarkets, or online
Step 2. Look for a conditioner that contains silicone to neutralize static electricity in your hair
Conditioner is also important for keeping your hair looking healthy, especially if your hair tends to dry out easily. If you don't want to use regular conditioner in the shower, or even at all, consider finding a quality conditioner to help you deal with static electricity.
- Use conditioner every time you shampoo your hair for best results.
- When you have conditioner or other hair care products, try to stay away from products that dry your hair, such as alcohol.
Step 3. Choose an alcohol-free hairspray
Many hairspray products contain alcohol, which makes it easier for static electricity to transfer to your hair. To prevent this, choose one that does not contain alcohol. To do this, look for products that say "alcohol-free" on the label, or you can check the ingredient list on the back of the package.
Using enough non-alcoholic hairspray on your hair can actually counteract static electricity
Step 4. Try using an anti-frizz cream to control the neatness and static electricity in your hair
Visit a pharmacy or beauty store for an anti-wrinkle cream. Pour a coin-sized amount of product into your hands, and work it through your hair, focusing on the area under your ears so that the top part of your hair isn't greasy.
- Run your fingers through your hair to spread the cream evenly.
- Try not to put too much anti-frizz cream on your scalp, especially if you have straight hair. These products tend to be heavier, and when mixed with the natural oils in the scalp, hair can look limp and greasy.
