Sometimes (okay, most times), we just don’t feel like blow-drying our hair. But air-drying can be very risky if it leaves you with frizz, weird curls but not curls, or that puffy but somehow flat look. All you need to do to get your best air-dried hair is to use products. Not just any products, these products should be suited for your hair type and texture!
We can all agree that adding a bit of products in a minute or two is much easier than a whole upper body workout, oh sorry, I mean blowout.
1. Start with a Good Leave-In Conditioner
The key to frizz-free air-drying is keeping your hair hydrated from the start. A leave-in conditioner helps smooth everything down without weighing it down.
Try: Briogeo Farewell Frizz Leave-In Conditioning Spray: lightweight but still super hydrating.
2. Use a Frizz-Control Cream or Serum
A little bit of smoothing product goes a long way in keeping things sleek. Apply to damp hair, focusing on the ends.
Try: Ouai Hair Oil: fights frizz while adding shine without feeling greasy.
3. Skip the Regular Towel (Trust Me)
Rubbing your hair with a regular towel = instant frizz. Instead, use a microfiber towel or an old t-shirt to gently squeeze out excess water.
Try: VOLO Hero Hair Towel: cuts down drying time and keeps hair smooth.
4. Apply an Air-Dry Cream for Effortless Styling
A good air-dry cream helps define your hair’s natural texture, fights frizz, and adds just the right amount of hold without making your hair feel crunchy.
Sold at Target: Odele Air Dry Styler: lightweight, non-sticky, and adds soft definition.
Sold at Sephora: JVN Complete Air Dry Cream: enhances natural texture while keeping hair soft and bouncy.
5. Let It Air-Dry the Right Way
If your hair tends to poof up as it dries, try this:
- For waves/curls: Scrunch in a lightweight mousse or curl cream and don’t touch it until it’s 100% dry.
Try: Moroccanoil Curl Defining Cream: defines without crunch. - For straight hair: Use a wide-tooth comb, part your hair how you like, and don’t mess with it while it dries.
6. Finish with a Touch of Oil or Styling Cream
Once your hair is dry, smooth down any leftover frizz with a tiny bit of oil or cream. Just a dime-sized amount will do the trick!
Try: Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil: smells amazing and adds just the right amount of polish.
Air-drying doesn’t have to mean messy—you just need a little product and the right steps to keep things frizz-free. And the best part? Less heat, less damage, and way less effort. Win-win. 💛
