JadeStar Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Grrrrrrrr! My hair is naturally curly, always has been. Plus not to mention, natually wavy, bushy, frizzy etc. I don't mind the curl thats not the problem. The problem is its soooo frizzy. I have tried things such as (alcohol free) products like, hair serums, gels, mooses, leave in hair conditioners, you name it I have about tried it. Defrizzing shampoos etc. I even talked with my doc about it, thinking maybe it was hormonal since after having my kids it seemed to have gotten worse. Not to mention its comes out real bad as well. She suggested vitamins or even hair vitamins cuz it sounded like maybe my body was lacking something since it seems to come out right much. She even ran a blood panel to see if there was something going on, did a thyroid check too etc, everything she ran came back fine. Nothing I try seems to work. I keep it up alot of times in a bun or even tied at the base of my neck because its so unruly I can't seem to do a thing with it. A friend of mine that is a hairdresser, told me the other day they have this new product out she was going to order and wanted me to be her little tester outter for it. Its a relaxer, but it doesn't take the curl out, just the frizz. Wish she would hurry up and get it I'll try anything at this point. Goodness forbid it happens to be a day in the 60's and rainy, we're talking frizzball city! its awful, it even grows uneven and I have to go get it trimmed right often just so it will look evened up. It seems to grow out not down. As in length. Some days I want to just shave it, in hopes that when it grows back out, it will be different. Anyone have any other recommendations? Jade Link to post Share on other sites
Craig Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Shave your head and wear a good wig. Some women do that. Link to post Share on other sites
Outcast Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 What about a very short cute style? The less hair there is, the less it can curl/frizz. Have you considered going to stylists that specialize in styling African-American women? They may have techniques and styles that'll help. Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 What about a very short cute style? The less hair there is, the less it can curl/frizz. Have you considered going to stylists that specialize in styling African-American women? They may have techniques and styles that'll help. You know I have actually considered that before. Maybe that relaxer my friend is going to try will help. Jade Link to post Share on other sites
bab Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Goodness forbid it happens to be a day in the 60's and rainy, we're talking frizzball city! its awful, it even grows uneven and I have to go get it trimmed right often just so it will look evened up. It seems to grow out not down. As in length. Some days I want to just shave it, in hopes that when it grows back out, it will be different. Anyone have any other recommendations? You mean like today??? I've got mostly straight hair, but it does come out a bit also. I think the thicker your hair is, this just happens, and I wouldn't worry about it to much. Unless you start to get bald spots that is!! I've gotten to the point where I put all hair that come out in the shower on the wall, otherwise it takes less than a week to clog the drain. Must remember to purchase hair catcher.... Why not embrace your curly hair and pick a cute curly hair style! Sounds like it would be alot less effort. Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 Hi babs, well its not so much the curl that bothers me its the frizz. It looks like I stuck my finger in a light socket:p The curl I can deal with. Also the shorter my hair the tighter the curl which makes it draw up and frizz more. Plus I don't wanna look like little orphan annie if my hair was shorter. Its not quite to my shoulders right now. Which is a good length, minus the frizz,LOL Jade Link to post Share on other sites
tinktronik Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Hi babs, well its not so much the curl that bothers me its the frizz. It looks like I stuck my finger in a light socket:p The curl I can deal with. Also the shorter my hair the tighter the curl which makes it draw up and frizz more. Plus I don't wanna look like little orphan annie if my hair was shorter. Its not quite to my shoulders right now. Which is a good length, minus the frizz,LOL Jade Listen Jade , Im in the same boat exactly.Do not go to an afroamerican hair peoson ,I tried this, black hair is not the same as curly haired white girl hair even the coarse hair. Its different.Their products will destroy your hair and it will be even more of a mess. Trust me please (from one curly haired girl to another) . And yes if you cut your hair it will still get bigger. Ok Ive finnaly got mine under controll, I buy ( rather expensive but worth it) Catwaky products I can get the name of theese products for you if you'd like. The only way to deal is let it grow out , it does get bigger but the weight pulls it down some .If you have any ? PM me well talk. Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 Hey tink thanks. I tried to PM you but it said you didn't have PM access not sure whats up with that. Tell me about some of your products you use if you'd like. Jade Link to post Share on other sites
Giselle Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 I totally agree, I have very frizzy, curly hair and I let it grow out. It's about mid-back now and the weight does pull the frizz down. For me the key is moisture: I like the Loreal line of curly-hair products. Moisture calms the frizz. Especially now in the winter, the heater fries my hair, so I comb olive oil through it, braid it, wait about an hour or so (depending on how much hair you have) and then take my shower and rinse it out (so I don't smell like a salad!). I always let my hair air dry, I never use any heat styling tools on it. Sleeping with your hair in a braid will help minimize breakage and bedhead. Wearing your hair in a french twist is excellent for special occasions or work because you can dress it up anyway you want: Slick your hair in a low ponytail. Twist the tail up, all the way to the end. Secure the tail to your head with a french twist clip (you can get them at wal-mart). If you have extra hair (like me!), loop the rest of the tail back down towards the bottom of your head. Bobby-pin the extra in place. Keep twisting the tail throughout the whole process. Hope this helped! Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 21, 2005 Author Share Posted November 21, 2005 Does the olive oil make the hair greasy? I don't even bother blow drying my hair either, I always let it air dry. It air dries into a frizzball. My hair used to be long and yes the longer it helps to pull the curl down some. Then I had it cut a little above my shoulders to be able to manage it better, or so I thought. The thing is, not only is it frizzy, it will not grow either. Its like at a stand still or dormant. Its been like this for a long time. Thats another reason the doc ran those tests etc and suggested the vitamins. Everything came back fine though. Jade Link to post Share on other sites
Giselle Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Hmmm, my hair and nails grow super fast. I'm pretty healthy in general--I dance about 15 hours a week for a ballet company, so I have to make sure that I am taking my vitamins, getting enough rest, etc. All of those factors can affect hair growth (or so it seems from personal experience--I know that when I am stressed my hair will fall out like crazy). Apply the olive oil away from your scalp--stick with the tips until you can experiment with finding the right amount. Also, weighing down just the ends of your hair will help weigh down the frizz. I have not had a problem with greasyness. What is your shampoo/conditioner technique? What I find works excellent is to only apply a small amount of shampoo directly on my scalp, massage, and let it run through the rest of the hair. Then I apply conditioner below the ears only because I have an oily scalp/face and this helps reduce it. Try not totally rinsing out the conditioner--leave a little on the ends, air dry until your hair is about 70% dry, and then braid it until it is all the way dry. Oh and I also do all of this at night :-) it is way too much trouble in the morning! Link to post Share on other sites
lilmoma1973 Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 You ever thought that maybe you pulling up your hair all the time was damaging your hair... I was told you aren't suppose to keep it pinned up all the time it will damage it and make it fall out too!! Start eating protein and see if that helps ..protein makes your hair grown and produces elasticity in your hair!! I eat very healthy and my hair grows like a weed .. Maybe you aren't eating the right foods!! I too have curly hair and when it rains my hair frizzs so i know what you mean.. Good luck:D Link to post Share on other sites
curiousnycgirl Posted November 22, 2005 Share Posted November 22, 2005 If you can live without the curl then I swear by japanese reconditioning - I've been having it done for a few years now and I LOVE it. I swear it is totally life altering! I can now shower and just walk out of the house and it dries totally straight - I LOVE it. Did I say I love it? Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 22, 2005 Author Share Posted November 22, 2005 It may depend on the texture of the hair too as far as what may work for one may not work for another. For example, I have seen people with real curly frizzy hair but it be like a soft frizz. Mine is more like a wirey corse frizz. Jade Link to post Share on other sites
curiousnycgirl Posted November 24, 2005 Share Posted November 24, 2005 Jadestar - Of course all curls and all frizz are not equal. I know the japanese reconditioning won't work on african hair - but it does work for most caucasian and asian folks. I'm telling you it changed my life. As far as some of the suggestions above - I tried a cute short hairstyle - I looked like a frizzy poodle! When it was growing out I just wanted to die! If you don't mind losing the curls - somehow the reconditioning makes your hair healthier - it's magic! Link to post Share on other sites
brashgal Posted November 24, 2005 Share Posted November 24, 2005 Are you getting any (or more) gray hair? Texture of mine has been changing since I've been getting grayer. The frizz has subsided quite a bit since I've started getting it colored. Link to post Share on other sites
Author JadeStar Posted November 25, 2005 Author Share Posted November 25, 2005 I have a few stray grays here and there but not alot. I do notice though that the gray ones seem to be more rough or corse in texture. Oh sheesh thats all I need its already corse, LOL. Jade Link to post Share on other sites
tinktronik Posted November 25, 2005 Share Posted November 25, 2005 Jade, my products are the Catwalk line of products you can find them at beauty botiques . They are the ones in the bright blue bottle .Its the curls rock system. Ive found that no matter how coarse or wirey my hair is it eliminates the friz and coarseness, and gives thoose soft curls that only used to happen once a year on thoose perfect weather days. There are 6 products in total .I use them in different combinations , and its expensive to have them all , but its become worth it as the hair annoyance factor has gone away and people can actually see my face without all of the frizz. Link to post Share on other sites
luvtoto Posted November 25, 2005 Share Posted November 25, 2005 I invested in a "ceramic" flat iron. It was very expensive...but, well worth it. Paid $140.00 for mine, but it has a lifetime warranty. It has to be completely ceramic..(not ceramic plated). It's much better for you hair. No more dry, frizzy hair. Made my hair feel like silk. Link to post Share on other sites
brashgal Posted November 26, 2005 Share Posted November 26, 2005 Just found the TIGI Catwalk products, you can buy them online too ...google 'em. Link to post Share on other sites
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 If you're eating the right diet and don't want to over-treat your hair...try Aveda products. They're gentle on the hair, and they don't cost a bomb. A friend of mine with reddish-brown curls uses their Sap Moss products and the Be Curly serum, and she really likes them. You can check out their website: http://www.aveda.com Link to post Share on other sites
JayKay Posted December 4, 2005 Share Posted December 4, 2005 My friend is a hairdresser and she gives me these tips for my naturally wavy (prone to frizz) hair * You must get your ends trimmed every three weeks, minimum. If your ends are prone to splitting, it makes the frizz worse * Try not to use a lot of styling products that are drying (i.e. hair dryers, curling or straightening irons, etc) Try to find a hair style that uses a minimum of these tools. * You don't have to shampoo every day. You can shower but not lather up your hair -- try to just shampoo every other day. * Ask your stylist about straightening products and in this case....you really do get what you pay for. SPend a little more on good quality hair care products * A healthy diet is a must. Your hair shows the effect of poor diet very quickly -- cut back on alcohol and caffeine. Eat lots of fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans and whole grains. Use olive oil on salads. DO NOT crash diet and DO NOT go too low fat with your diet. Get adequate, but not excessive, protein. I am a dietitian myself and some of the diet books that promote healthy eating are 'Volumetrics', 'The DASH diet' and most diabetic books are good (even if you are not diabetic, they promote balanced meals without excessive fat or sugar). * In the summer, rinse your hair after swimming in a chlorinated pool. Rub some sunscreen through your hair while in the sun. * Do a weekly deep-conditioning * If you put it back in a pony tail, don't yank the pony tail holder out at the end of the day. Remove it carefully, to avoid damaging hair. I hope that's helpful Link to post Share on other sites
Toni_no12002 Posted December 6, 2005 Share Posted December 6, 2005 Hi Im a qualified hairdresser and ive learned that people cant always get rid of frizz no matter what products you use. Ive found that sometimes dying your hair can help.My hair tends to get quite frizzy but after dying it relaxes a little. About the relaxer that could help you should give it a go. Curly hair tends to be quite frizzy you can have your hair chemically straightened that could relax it a little.Its a bit pricey and youd have to keep having it redone the same as a perm. Also try blowdrying your hair straight.Its a different look to curly so people will notice and if you point the nozzle of the hair dryer down the hair shaft when drying this will cause less frizz. Hot weather wont help as it the humidity will make the frizz worse.Try deep conditioning your hair and using some products to protect your hair. Link to post Share on other sites
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