Top 8 Best Ingredients For Frizzy Hair: What to Look For in Hair Care

No one likes dry, frizzy hair. If you read our previous post on how to get rid of frizzy hair, you already know what frizz is, why it happens, and what are some of the best ways to prevent it.

Today, we are going to discuss products that can help you keep frizz under control. Specifically, we’ll be discussing anti-frizz ingredients, so you know which products to use.

This is a way to round out the healthy hair care routine we helped define in our last article. From nourishing oils to health supplements, read on to see which ingredients will help you keep your hair feeling smooth and looking healthy. 

So, without further ado, let's take a look at the best ingredients for dry, frizzy hair:

Best nourishing oils for frizzy hair

Nourishing oils are regarded as such, because they foster various health benefits in the human body.

Argan oil, macadamia oil, peach kernel oil, and coconut oil are great beauty oils, because they serve to increase the health and appearance of skin and hair.

For the purposes of fighting frizz, there are two main ways to use these oils: As a hair mask or as a styling product. 

1. Argan oil 

Let’s start with the amazing argan oil, derived from the kernels of the argan tree, which is native to Morocco. It is great for cosmetic purposes, because it is rich in vitamin E (an antioxidant, which is key in fighting aging and inflammation).

This is an oil that is non-comedogenic, which means that it can be used from head to toe. It really is the one-stop shop of oils. 

When using argan oil as a hair mask to prevent frizz,  saturate your hair from roots to ends and let it soak in for at least fifteen minutes. Some people like to let it soak in overnight.

As long as you rinse it out afterward, there is no harm in an extra-long steep. This mask should leave you with soft, manageable hair and minimal frizz.

If you are looking for a great argan oil product, we recommend the NuMe Argan Oil Serum which will not only help you tame your frizzy mane, but will also leave it healthy, smooth, and shiny.

If you don’t have time for a hair mask, use argan oil after washing and styling. Put a drop and rub between your palms, then use it to tame flyaways.

As the old saying goes, a little dab'll do ya’; you don’t want to weigh down hair or cause it to look greasy.

This is the most direct way to use argan oil to tame your frizzies. Running your oiled palms over dry strands will tame any wild stray hairs and leave you with a subtle sheen.

2. Macadamia oil

Macadamia oil is among the best ingredients for dry, frizzy hair.. This oil packs a powerful punch of fatty acids and vitamin E.

Fatty acids are great for a multitude of health problems. For cosmetic purposes, they help keep hair and skin lustrous and healthy. When combined with vitamin E, one could see why this one-two punch would be a benefit to hair health.

When used as a hair mask, you should make sure not just to saturate from roots to ends, but also the scalp. Macadamia oil is a great ingredient if you are looking to improve your scalp health. 

You can add it to your scalp care routine, which should also be taking an advantage of the NuMe Hairology Scalp Serum. 

After consistently using Macadamia oil as a mask, you should notice stronger, shinier, healthier looking hair. If you have damaged hair and are looking to rebuild a healthy mane, using this oil as a hair mask should be your first step.

Though an oil, macadamia oil is not as greasy or heavy as others on this list. Thus, when you use it to tame flyaways, you do not need to worry about weighing your hair down or looking like you haven’t washed your hair in a week.

Even so, start with a dime-sized drop and see how that works towards taming frizz.

3. Peach Kernel Oil

Speaking of the best ingredients for dry, frizzy hair, we can't forget to mention the popular peach kernel oil.

One of the most interesting aspects of this oil is that it is a great source of boron. Boron has a lot of health benefits, but it has been shown to fight bacteria and decrease inflammation.

This oil is a good option for those with sensitive skin who have found other oils irritating. Peach kernel oil is also great for those with color-treated hair, as it has been found to offer UV and other environmental protection.

If you are looking to improve the overall health of your hair, while offering it some protection, try giving this oil a go.

Like the other oils, it can be used as an overnight hair mask or simply to tame flyaways. As a mask, it helps condition, so you end up with shiny, soft, and healthy hair.

If you are using it after styling in order to tame frizz, it’s another lightweight option. This may be the best option for those in urban environments or outdoorsy types, due to the environmental protection it offers.

It rinses out easily, so you don’t have to worry about your hair accumulating oil and getting weighed down over time.

4. Coconut oil

Next on our list of the best ingredients for frizzy hair is coconut oil. Popular for its many uses, coconut oil has been a health and beauty staple for decades.

In recent years, it has become ever more popular and easier to find. Touted as a great conditioning treatment and a helpful frizz-taming styling product, you may be surprised to hear this is the one oil that is not for everyone.

Coconut oil is high in lauric acid, which can cause proteins to build up in the hair shaft and prevent your hair from retaining moisture. This means that coconut oil can actually be detrimental to low-porosity hair!

The most important thing before using coconut oil is to identify your hair type and make sure it will work for your hair.

If you are one of the lucky people who would benefit from the use of coconut oil, you will absolutely love the results. When used as a hair mask, make sure to penetrate your strands, but avoid the scalp.

Coconut oil is comedogenic and can potentially clog your pores. The last thing you need is build-up on your scalp. Whether you leave it on overnight or just for fifteen minutes, you will feel like your hair is simultaneously denser and softer.

You will also love the results of using coconut oil to style and tame frizz. Rub a very small amount between your palms and pass over dry hair or comb through when damp.

This method will tame any wild hair, add sheen, and leave hair feeling silky smooth.

Anti-Humectants

Now that we know which are the best oils when it comes to the best ingredients for frizzy hair, it's time to talk about anti-humectants.

While humectants pull moisture from the environment into hair, anti-humectants block moisture. Even though logic would tell us that getting moisture into hair is a good thing, when it comes to humid environments, it is not.

When too much moisture gets into the hair, it puffs up and frizzes out. Another counterintuitive idea is that silicones are a key factor in anti-humectants.

While it is often wise to avoid silicone-heavy products, they are not as detrimental to hair as once thought. As silicones are not water soluble, this helps to block the extra moisture from penetrating the hair shaft and turning your hair into a wild lion’s mane.

The key to using anti-humectants is knowing when to use them. When the weather report indicates a high dew point and excess humidity, whip out an anti-humectant from your arsenal.

If it is a low dew point or a dry environment, an anti-humectant is not only entirely unnecessary, but potentially ruinous to a good hair day.

Keep in mind, as previously mentioned, anti-humectants, whether silicones or beeswax, are not water soluble; you will need to shampoo them out of your hair. 

Supplements

As always, healthy hair starts from within - so, when talking about the best ingredients for frizzy hair, we should also talk about supplements. This means that there are certain supplements that will help to maintain healthy, luminous hair.

5. Omega -3

Omega-3 fatty acids are great for overall health and are believed to not only promote strong hair but increase growth, as well.

Supposedly, omega-3’s increase scalp circulation and help prevent follicular inflammation, all things that would promote healthy hair growth. As previously mentioned when discussing the use of fatty acids in macadamia oil, omega-3’s are believed to increase overall shine.

The lipid (fatty) content of hair is important, so supplementing your diet with fatty acids is key to lustrous, healthy hair. If you want shiny, smooth hair, consider taking a fish oil supplement or any vitamin with an omega-3 fatty acid.

6. Biotin

Biotin is a popular supplement to stimulate hair growth, and it's one of the best ingredients for frizzy hair. It is also commonly taken to promote strong hair and nails.

If you have weak hair, adding biotin to your regime can help you produce healthier strands. Growing healthier strands is a great deterrent to split ends and frizz.

7. Amino acid

If you have thinning or lifeless hair, it could be because of a protein deficiency. Proteins always go to essential functions first, so if you want strong, healthy hair, you have to boost your protein intake.

Finding a way to supplement amino acids will help rebuild the keratin structures of your body (hair, skin, and nails). Healthy hair is the first step to shiny, frizz-free locks.

We also recommend using hair care products with amino acids to provide extra nourishment to your hair. For example, the NuMe ReNu21 Nano Repair Leave in Mask is packed with 21 amino acids to help you reconstruct damaged hair, and reconnect broken bonds. 

8. Tourmaline

When speaking about the best anti-frizz ingredients, we can't forget to mention hair care products made from the gemstone tourmaline. 

As you well know from our previous articles on the best materials for heat styling tools and the causes of frizz, tourmaline is an amazing mineral.

Positive ions in the air are one of the causes of frizz. The miracle of tourmaline is that it produces negative ions, thus working against one of the frizz-causing elements of our universe.

Though you may be familiar with it in terms of plate materials for heat-styling tools, you may not know it can also be used in cosmetic and hair products.

Tourmaline can be turned into a fine powder and incorporated into shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks. Just as in tourmaline plates, tourmaline products help seal in moisture.

By using tourmaline in your hair care products and heat styling tools, you are doing the most you can to surround your hair with negative ions, thus attacking and stopping frizz.

For a sleek, silky shine, consider incorporating tourmaline-infused products into your frizz-fighting routine, such as the NuMe Tourmaline Hair Care set.

Now that you are armed with the knowledge of not only what causes frizz, but what ingredients and products are necessary to fight it, there is nothing stopping you from having sleek, healthy hair.

Whether you prefer supplements, oils, or the occasional anti-humectant, from the inside out, you know what you need to have your best hair ever. Get out and there and prepare to dazzle.

Bonus tip: frizz doesn't have to ruin your hair day! That's why NuMe created the revolutionary NuMe Clout Control Anti Frizz Spray, a one-of-a-kind spray to provide the ultimate defense against frizz and humidity. Packed with 16 amino acids, this product will enhance your hair growth and strength while providing remarkable humidity resistance.

FAQ

What are the best ingredients for frizzy hair?

The best anti-frizz ingredients include argan oil, coconut oil, and shea butter for hydration and frizz control. Keratin and silk proteins strengthen and smooth hair, while glycerin and panthenol retain moisture.

Avoid sulfates and alcohols that can dry out hair.

What ingredients cause frizz?

Ingredients that can cause frizz include sulfates, which strip hair of natural oils, and alcohols, especially short-chain types like isopropyl alcohol, which can be drying.

Salt (sodium chloride) can dehydrate hair, and harsh chemicals like formaldehyde and chlorine also contribute to frizz.

What makes frizzy hair worse?

Frizzy hair is often exacerbated by humidity, which causes hair to absorb moisture and swell. Heat styling tools like blow dryers and straighteners can strip hair of moisture, making it frizzier.

Harsh hair products, over-washing, and mechanical damage from brushing also worsen frizz.

Is my hair unhealthy if frizzy?

Frizzy hair isn't necessarily a sign of unhealthiness; it often indicates dryness or damage. Factors like genetics, humidity, hair texture, and styling habits contribute to frizz.

Proper care with moisturizing products and gentle handling can improve its condition and reduce frizz.