How to Tame Frizz and Flyaways in Winter

Winter hair can be downright rude. One minute it feels fine, and the next you have flyaways sticking straight up, dry ends, and frizz that shows up out of nowhere. Cold air outside, dry heat inside, hats, scarves… it all adds up.

As we get older, our hair tends to be drier to begin with, so winter just magnifies everything. The good news is this is very fixable. These are a few tried-and-true ways to tame frizz and flyaways in winter without spending hours in the bathroom.

Tame Frizz and Flyaways in Winter With These

Microfiber Hair Towel Wrap, 2 Pack

This is one of the simplest changes you can make, and it really helps. Regular bath towels can rough up the hair cuticle, which leads to more frizz. A Microfiber Towel Wrap gently absorbs water without causing friction. I use these every time I wash my hair. I wrap my hair up, get dressed, and let it do its thing.

• Reduces friction that causes frizz
• Absorbs water quickly
• Gentle on fragile, aging hair
• Easy everyday swap

Redken Frizz Dismiss Shampoo

Winter is not the time for harsh shampoos. This one cleans without stripping, which is key if your hair already feels dry. It helps smooth the hair while still leaving it light and bouncy. There’s also a non-frizz conditioner.

• Sulfate-free and gentle
• Helps smooth frizz
• Adds shine without weight
• Great for dry winter hair

Boar Bristle Hairbrush

This is one of those old-school tools that still works beautifully. Joe uses a Boar Bristle Hairbrush and keeps one in his drawer and one in a travel bag, so he never forgets it. Boar bristles help distribute your natural oils from scalp to ends, which adds shine and reduces flyaways. I love using this once my hair is dry, especially on days when everything feels staticky.

• Smooths flyaways naturally
• Adds shine without product
• Gentle for fine or mature hair
• Great for dry hair brushing

Slopehill Ionic Hair Dryer

I use a Dyson hair dryer, but several people have asked me for a more affordable option. Ionic Hair Dryers make a noticeable difference in winter. It helps dry hair faster while reducing static and frizz. I also love having a diffuser and concentrator so I can adjust depending on how my hair wants to behave that day.

• Ionic technology helps reduce frizz
• Faster drying time
• Includes diffuser and concentrator
• Good for everyday or travel use

John Frieda Frizz Ease Secret Weapon Touch-Up Crème

This Touch-Up Crème is a great product for flyaways around the face. A tiny amount smoothed over dry hair instantly makes things look more polished. Keep this in your bathroom and throw one in your bag for when you’re out and about.

• Smooths flyaways instantly
• Lightweight and not greasy
• Great for dry hair touch-ups
• Easy to use

Hair Finishing Stick, 2 Pack

These little Finishing Sticks are lifesavers for winter hair. You just swipe it lightly over flyaways or baby hairs, and everything lays down without looking stiff. Perfect for part lines, ponytails, or smoothing the top of your hair before heading out the door.

• Tames flyaways quickly
• Non-greasy finish
• Easy and mess-free
• Great for on-the-go fixes

John Frieda Frizz Ease Extra Strength Hair Serum

If your hair is thick, coarse, or extra dry in winter, this Extra Strength Hair Serum can really help. A small amount goes a long way. Focus on the ends and avoid the roots. It adds moisture, smooths frizz, and helps protect hair when using heat tools.

• Adds deep moisture
• Smooths stubborn frizz
• Helps protect from heat
• Best for thicker or drier hair

OUAI Anti Frizz Cream Travel Size

This Anti Frizz Cream is a great option if you want something moisturizing but lightweight. It smooths frizz without flattening hair and works well whether you air-dry or blow-dry. The travel size is perfect for your purse or when you’re traveling to dry places.

• Lightweight frizz control
• Adds moisture without heaviness
• Helps with heat styling
• Easy to carry

Garnier Fructis Sleek & Shine Frizz Tamer Wand

This Frizz Tamer Wand is another easy fix for flyaways, especially around the hairline. It works like a mascara wand for your hair, which makes it very controlled and precise. Perfect for those stubborn little hairs that pop up in winter.

• Targets flyaways precisely
• Lightweight and non-sticky
• Easy to use
• Great finishing touch

Taming The Frizz

Winter frizz can make even a good hair day feel frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be that way. A few small changes and the right products can make your hair feel smoother, softer, and much easier to manage. These tips for taming frizz and flyaways in winter are all about working with your hair, not fighting it. And trust me, when your hair behaves, everything else just feels easier.

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