Fixing frizzy hair is no easy feat, and no doubt your clients are looking to you for answers. Whether you’re working with dry frizzy hair that’s difficult to manage or frizzy curly hair that needs some attention, we have the secrets to unlocking sleek, smooth finishes that can combat any type of frizz. With a combination of knowledge, technique and professional hair products, your clients won’t believe what you’ve done! Here’s how to elevate your results and fix the frizz for good.
7th May 2026
How to fix frizzy hair: professional tips and products
What is frizzy hair?
Frizzy hair occurs when the hair cuticle lifts, allowing moisture from the air to enter the strand. This disrupts the hair’s natural structure, leading to that unwanted halo of fuzz.
You’ll typically see two main types:
• Dry frizzy hair: lacks internal moisture and feels rough
• Frizzy curly hair: natural curl pattern disrupted by humidity or damage
Understanding what frizzy hair is helps stylists deliver better, more consistent results. Smooth cuticles reflect light better, making frizz control essential for premium finishes.
You’ll typically see two main types:
• Dry frizzy hair: lacks internal moisture and feels rough
• Frizzy curly hair: natural curl pattern disrupted by humidity or damage
Understanding what frizzy hair is helps stylists deliver better, more consistent results. Smooth cuticles reflect light better, making frizz control essential for premium finishes.
Common causes of frizzy hair
Frizz is usually the result of multiple factors affecting the hair’s moisture balance and cuticle condition:
• Humidity and environment: Moisture penetrates porous strands
• Heat damage: Overuse of tools without a heat protectant spray
• Chemical treatments: Lightening and colouring weaken the cuticle
• Lack of moisture: A key cause of dry frizzy hair
• Incorrect products: Using the wrong shampoo or skipping conditioner
How to fix frizzy hair
When it comes to how to fix frizzy hair, think in two layers: instant results and long-term repair.
Immediate fixes
• Use a hair serum for frizzy hair to smooth and seal
• Finish with a lightweight cream for control
• Always prep with a heat protectant spray
Long-term solutions
• Introduce a frizzy hair treatment plan with masks and hydration
• Recommend regular trims and professional services
• Build a tailored retail routine for clients
Salon results will always deliver stronger, longer-lasting finishes, but at-home maintenance keeps frizz under control between visits.
How to tame and avoid frizzy hair
Helping clients understand how to avoid frizzy hair is just as important as fixing it.
• Washing: Use the best shampoo for frizzy hair and avoid over-cleansing
• Drying: Direct airflow down the hair shaft to smooth the cuticle
• Styling: Work with the natural texture, not against it
• Maintenance: Recommend leave-in conditioners and serums
Consistency is key when learning how to tame frizzy hair.
Why keratin is key for frizz control
Keratin is one of the most effective ingredients when it comes to managing frizz. As a protein naturally found in hair, it works by reinforcing the hair fibre, smoothing the cuticle and reducing porosity.
For stylists, keratin-based formulas help:
• Improve smoothness and manageability
• Reduce the impact of humidity
• Strengthen damaged or chemically treated hair
• Deliver longer-lasting sleek results
The latest innovation from L'Oréal Professionnel brings this technology to the forefront with the Serie Expert Keratin Alpha Sleek range, designed specifically to tackle frizz at every stage of the routine.
Best shampoos for frizzy hair
L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Keratin Alpha Sleek shampoo 500ml
A refining shampoo powered by keratin alpha-shaper and amino acid chains to smooth the hair fibre, control frizz and reduce volume. Ideal for clients struggling with humidity, this professional formula improves manageability, cuts styling time in half, and delivers up to two weeks of sleek, frizz-free, high-shine results.
L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair Molecular shampoo 1500ml
A smoothing, repair-focused molecular shampoo designed to tackle frizz at its source by rebuilding the hair structure and improving resilience. Enriched with wheat protein and gold quinoa extract, it hydrates and smooths the fibre while peptides bonder and amino acids help reduce flyaways, boost manageability and protect against humidity for softer, sleeker, frizz-controlled results.
Best conditioners for frizzy hair
L'Oréal Professionnel Keratin Alpha Sleek Smooth Transformer conditioner 200ml
A smoothing, frizz-controlling conditioner designed to instantly refine texture and improve manageability for easier styling. Formulated with keratin alpha-shaper and amino acid chains, it helps smooth the hair fibre, reduce volume and protect against humidity, delivering softer, sleeker, frizz-free results with long-lasting shine for up to two weeks.
L'Oréal Professionnel Keratin Alpha Sleek rinse-off mask 500ml
A smoothing, intensive rinse-off mask designed to control frizz and reduce volume for more manageable, humidity-resistant hair. Powered by keratin alpha-shaper and amino acid chains, it helps smooth the fibre and protect hair integrity, leaving strands softer, sleeker and easier to style with long-lasting, frizz-free shine for up to two weeks.
Best heat protectant sprays
ghd Bodyguard heat protect spray 120ml
A lightweight heat protect spray designed to defend against heat damage while keeping frizz under control during styling. Forming an invisible barrier between hair and hot tools, it helps smooth the cuticle, enhance shine and maintain sleek, frizz-free results, making it ideal for use on damp or dry hair before heat styling.
ghd Bodyguard heat protect spray for coloured hair 120ml
A lightweight heat protect spray specially formulated for coloured hair to prevent heat damage and reduce frizz during styling. Creating an invisible barrier against heat up to 230°C, it helps smooth the cuticle while protecting colour from fade and UV damage, leaving hair sleek, shiny and vibrant with improved frizz control.
Best tools for frizzy hair
Best hair dryer for frizzy hair
ghd Speed hairdryer
A high-performance hairdryer designed to reduce frizz while delivering ultra-fast, controlled drying. Featuring Halo dual-airflow technology, it smooths the cuticle, boosts shine and minimises damage for sleek, long-lasting results. For added frizz control, pair with ghd Speed hairdryer nozzles, from the smoothing nozzle for polished finishes, to the pro styling nozzle for controlled volume, the comb nozzle for detangling textured hair, and the diffuser for enhancing curls while keeping frizz at bay.
Wahl Pro Keratin hair dryer, black
A keratin-infused hairdryer designed to smooth frizz and enhance shine while drying. Featuring ionic technology and a tourmaline grille, it helps reduce static, lock in moisture and refine the hair surface, delivering sleek, glossy, frizz-controlled results with fast, efficient styling.
Best hair straightener for frizzy hair
ghd Chronos styler
A high-performance styler designed to combat frizz and deliver smooth, long-lasting results with minimal effort. Featuring HD motion-responsive technology, it adapts to your styling movements to maintain the optimum temperature, helping to reduce heat damage and improve control. The ultra-gloss ceramic plates smooth the cuticle for sleeker, shinier, frizz-free hair, while one-stroke styling cuts down time and leaves styles lasting up to 24 hours.
ghd Chronos Max styler, black
A high-performance styler designed to smooth frizz quickly on long, thick or curly hair. Featuring wide, close-edge plates, it allows you to style larger sections with ease while reaching closer to the roots for sleek, even results. HD motion-responsive technology adapts to your movements to maintain the optimum temperature, helping to reduce frizz, enhance shine and deliver smooth, long-lasting styles with minimal effort.
Styling and finishing products
Best hair serum for frizzy hair
L'Oréal Professionnel Keratin Alpha Sleek serum 50ml
A smoothing, frizz-controlling serum designed to tame unruly hair and improve manageability for easier styling. Powered by keratin alpha-shaper and amino acid chains, it helps smooth the hair fibre, reduce volume and protect against humidity, leaving hair sleek, glossy and frizz-free with long-lasting results for up to two weeks.
ghd Smooth and Finish serum 30ml
A lightweight finishing serum designed to smooth frizz and enhance shine for a polished, salon-quality result. Helping to refine the hair surface and control flyaways, it leaves hair sleek, glossy and more defined, making it the perfect final step for maintaining smooth, frizz-free styles.
Best hair oil for frizzy hair
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair serum oil 90ml
A lightweight, non-greasy serum oil designed to smooth frizz and soften dry, damaged hair for improved manageability. Infused with wheat oil, it helps nourish and refine the hair surface while reducing flyaways, leaving hair silky, glossy and easier to style with a smooth, frizz-controlled finish.
Wella Oil Reflections oil 100ml
A lightweight finishing oil designed to smooth frizz and boost shine without weighing the hair down. Enriched with camellia oil, it delivers essential moisture while refining the hair surface, leaving fine to normal hair soft, glossy and sleek with a smooth, frizz-controlled finish.
Best treatments for frizzy hair
Kerapod Smooth mask 300ml
An intensive smoothing mask designed to deeply hydrate and control frizz while restoring softness and shine. Enriched with natural oils, proteins and botanical extracts, it helps repair and strengthen the hair cuticle, improve moisture balance and reduce breakage, leaving hair smoother, more manageable and visibly sleeker with long-lasting frizz control.
Kerapod SilkieSmooth 100ml, Dark
A professional smoothing treatment designed to eliminate frizz and dramatically improve manageability for long-lasting sleek results. This advanced formula helps reduce curl, restore hydration and refine the hair texture, leaving hair smoother, softer and easier to style, with glossy, frizz-free results that can last up to five months.
Best haircuts for frizzy hair
The right haircut can significantly reduce frizz.
• Layering vs blunt cuts: Blunt cuts help control volume, while soft layering can remove excess bulk
• Managing volume: Avoid over-thinning, which can increase frizz
• Consultation tips: Always assess natural texture and growth patterns
"For clients with curly frizzy hair, make sure to only brush the hair when it’s wet. After washing, squeeze the hair dry with a towel in an upward motion from ends to scalp. Hair styling products should be applied in the same way. Once dry, finish with a good-quality hair serum and smooth over the hair. This will keep curls separated and lezz frizzy.
For clients with frizzy straight hair, a good conditioning treatment can help to tame the hair. Always use heat protection spray when styling. Angle the hair dryer from root to tip to create a smoother finish. Hair straighteners can be used to achieve a sleek, frizz-free look. Maintaining a style or hair cut every 6 weeks will help manage split ends."
Zoe Palmer, NVQ level 3 hairdresser
Managing frizzy hair requires a combination of the right products, treatments and tools. By combining keratin-powered care, professional tools and consistent routines, stylists can deliver smoother, longer-lasting results for every client. Frizz may be common, but with the right approach, it’s completely manageable.