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How to Weatherproof Your Hair

by Grace Gold (Subscribe to Grace Gold's posts)
Posted Mar 10th 2011 at 12:00PM  
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Michelle Obama wet hair weatherproof your hair

First Lady Michelle Obama keeps it cool in the rain with wet strands. Photo: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

The forecast doesn't only determine what we wear, but how our hair is going to act -- which means our entire mood can depend on Mr. Weatherman.

But StyleList is staging an intervention on how to weatherproof your hair.

We've asked top experts how to use today's advanced product technology and their best styling tips to make sure our hair looks fabulous, no matter what the five-day forecast.

So humidity and thunderstorms, step aside; we're about to rock a good hair day.

Storms

Whether you live in New York, Seattle or Chicago, a rainy day can dampen even the best styling plans. San Diego salon owner Jet Rhys says to stay away from waxes and gels on drizzly days, as hair will immediately flatten and become sticky if it comes in contact with droplets or flurries of moisture. Instead, opt for a lightweight styling spray like Shu Uemura Art of Hair Depsea Water that leaves behind no residue or buildup.

An emergency hair kit could also come in handy. "Keep a little pouch in your purse with a mini brush, hair elastics and pins. If your hair gets wet, it will look chic if you pull it back," suggests Rhys. A simple twisted chignon secured with an elastic and pinned to just above the nape of the neck is an elegant way to use stormy weather to your styling advantage. Try a deep side part to make it look even more intentional.

Dry Heat

When the thermometer tips over 90 degrees in desert cities like Las Vegas, "dry heat" takes on a whole new meaning. Celebrity stylist Oribe says the best way to counteract the damage such strong rays of sun wreak on strands is to choose moisturizing products like hair masks in the shower and styling cream before you step out into the heat.

You'll also want to unplug that flatiron on scorching days. "Women tend to straighten their hair too much and force it into an unnatural style. Embrace your hair's texture and wear it more natural on hot days," advises Oribe.

To encourage the easiest hair texture -- waves -- run a product like Oribe Curl by Definition Crème through hair while it's flipped upside down, and quickly work a blow-dryer over your hair without the tug of a brush. Throw hair back and spray with a soft-hold hairspray. "You'll get full, natural, rough-looking texture," says Oribe.

Humidity

Not surprisingly, Rhys suggests not fighting hair's most treacherous enemy. But it's less about working with the texture of your hair, which will want to frizz no matter how you style it, than it is about arming your strands with all the tools it needs to not react with a pouf to high humidity.

Apply a light silicone product like Avon's Anti-Frizz Lotus Shield serum to cocoon strands in a layer of protection that fills the dips and splits in hair that generate frizz. Because even the lightest silicone products can build up on the scalp, you'll want to use a clarifying wash like Neutrogena's Anti-Residue shampoo or an apple-cider vinegar rinse every once in a while to maintain a fresh feel.

Once your silicone serum is applied, distribute evenly with a wide-tooth comb, and then dry hair thoroughly until bone dry, using the cold-shot setting if most comfortable. Leaving no room for moisture is your best weapon against frizz, as are braided, coiled and pinned styles that keep strands sleek by trapping out humid air.

Wind
Kate Middleton windy hair weatherproof your hair

Queen-to-Be Kate Middleton saves face on a windy day. Photo: AP Photo/Peter Morrison

Your morning styling routine can feel fruitless when you step out into high winds that tousle your locks right out of their style. "Products with memory are great so that when the wind stops blowing, you can run your hands through your hair, and the style will come back," advises Oribe.

A workable gel like Oribe Gel Serum or Paul Mitchell's Super Skinny Serum smoothes and conditions while providing hold. If applied before styling, the gentle hold will allow hair to move with the wind, but will return to its original shape when finger-combed back into place. The trick is to set your style with heat and wait a few minutes or run a dryer on the cool button to set before you step out the door.

If you have wispy face-framing layers or are growing bangs out, today's the day to wear a headband, or else risk picking flyaways out of your lip gloss all day long. Cloth bands like these sleek styles by Goody are your best bet at keep strands smoothly pulled back; pair a thin strap with a bun for a balletic touch, or opt for a thick band with a teased crown for a retro feel.

Cold Freeze

Frosty air can zap the moisture out of your hair, resulting in pesky static that refuses to lie flat. But why do some suffer with static regularly, while others are hardly ever bothered by it? Rhys says the most common culprit is over-shampooing, which can strip natural oils from your hair, causing static electricity.

The best fix is to simply skip a day or two of washing, though if you can't, spraying a leave-in conditioner all over hair to fortify the strand with moisture will also help. If you're especially plagued by static, switch to a sulfate-free and non-foaming product like Wen by Chaz Dean's Cleansing Conditioner when the weather is cold.

If static catches you midday, you can still stop it in its tracks. Simply spray your hairbrush with Static Guard and then run it through your hair, suggests Rhys. Keeping fabric softener sheets in your purse can come in handy too, as you can reuse the same sheet several times to run over hair to kill static.

Salty Beach Air

Salt and moisture hang in the air at the beach so heavily that it can deposit in your hair, leaving a gummy and often tangled mess that invites damaging breakage when you attempt to brush through later. For greatest manageability, raking a conditioner like Oribe Foundation Mist or Frizz-Ease Daily Nourish Spray through hair and then claw-clipping into an easy French twist will seal in moisture, nourish hair and protect it from the damaging rays of the sun.

You can even turn a day at the beach into an opportunity to indulge in a luxe spa-like treatment by brushing freshly washed strands in argan oil or your favorite deep conditioner before gently twisting up and away from your face. The warmth of the sun will help the treatment penetrate the cuticle, and you get to enjoy the deliciously scented benefits all day -- not to mention supersoft second-day hair.

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Stacy Lee, 3-13-2011, 6:40AM

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Stacy Lee

Seriously! Static Guard! I've been trying to make that work as well as the static dryer sheets for yrs! Comon' come up with something we don't know about! BTW neither one, works for Static Cling!!! So, re-group, research & retype your advice my friend~ Cause it DOES NOT work!

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Patti, 3-13-2011, 7:04AM

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Patti

I can't use shampoo every day...my hair is dry, especially in winter. I wet my hair & slather it with conditioner which I leave in for around 10 mins covered with a towel if I'm out of the tub (or if in the tub, just leave uncovered. Then rinse. This keeps hair fresh smelling & healthy, not stripping all the life from it with harsh shampoo.

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Mare, 3-14-2011, 6:25AM

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Ladies, I agree Static Guard and dryer sheets do not work, but here's a fix that I stumbled upon by accident. By the way, I have long fine hair that would drive me crazy in winter with static. Place a small amount of Aveeno body moisturizer in palm of your hand, rub your hands together to distribute on fingers and palms, then run your fingers ever so lightly through your hair, especially the underside. Works like a charm and did not weigh my hair down. Hope it helps!

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VINCE, 3-13-2011, 5:25PM

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VINCE

FIRST OF ALL, AS A HAIRDRESSER OF OVER 43 YEARS, I'M HERE TO TELL YOU STATIC GUARD ....DOES.....WORK. BUT ONLY FOR THE FINAL BRUSHOUT. IF YOU KEEP BRUSHING, THE STATIC WILL COME BACK. AS FOR STATIC CLING ON YOUR SKIRTS OR SLACKS, PUT A FEW SAFETY PINS ON THE INNER HEM AND THEY WILL STOP THE STATIC. DO EVERYTHING RIGHT, AND IT ALWAYS WORKS!

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3moongoddess, 4-15-2011, 3:56PM

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3moongoddess

I used to have major static issues in the winter. I have long, fine hair that I wash almost every day. My friend told me that she mixes about a nickle size dab of conditioner with her shampoo when she washes and then conditioner afterwords. It didn't make sense to me but I tried it and it worked like a charm, no static ever since. (She uses Pantene, but I have tried it with several other brands and it still works.) I hope this helps you too.

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Terrim, 3-13-2011, 8:33AM

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Terrim

I know there are a lot of ways to proof your hair but they all involve products that could damage it too. I always like to be able to try my hair to see how it will react before I put anything on it. HTtP://Bit.LY/freebiesdaily has some great samples to let you try things before you commit to buying them. Great hair help!

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Sam, 3-13-2011, 9:21AM

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Michelle Obama...Really? Is there anywhere to go on the internet where I don't have to look at the Obamas? They have invaded EVERY aspect of our lives.

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JO, 3-13-2011, 9:32AM

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JO

I know I am so sick of seeing the bummer with his nose stuck so high up in the air. What a disgracful, deceitful pair of losers!

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Pixie, 3-13-2011, 4:48PM

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Get off your soapbox, this is a style post, morons. I'd rather see the Obamas (President of the United States and First Lady!) than people like the Kardashians and Lindsay Lohan (who basically do nothing).

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jackie, 5-22-2011, 7:12AM

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im with you and the other ones that say your shouldnt voice your opinions are a bit on the exentric side..... it is true what we have all had to look at since this election... the spending of taxpayers money.. why does the white house do this and slam it in our faces, we that are trying to cut back, so they can have more????? come on americans , give it up,,, get numero uno like everyone else

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Vanessa K, 3-13-2011, 9:27AM

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Best thing to do in winter to get rid of static electricity is to use Static Guard. It's great for carpets and you can spray it on your brush or comb or directly on your hair. Gets rid of the static without you having to go a day without washing your hair, which can make it oily.

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Sally, 3-13-2011, 10:05AM

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Or, you could just keep your hair clean and cut in a style that works with its texture--curly or staight, whatever--and get on with your life. Who has the time and money to search out and use all these different products and then figure out what to do everyday based on the weather? Probably the same women who shop endlessly for shoes...Be authentic, just be you. Be clean, shave a little, use a little mascara (we pretty much all need that!) and some gloss, put on something pretty but comfortable and smile a lot. Care about other people, look them in the eye. Have someting interesting to say, but spend a lot of time listening. That's all you need to be absolutely beautiful.

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lynne, 3-13-2011, 12:38PM

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Finally -- someone who makes sense !!! I say work with your individual assets, keep it natural. and let your own inner beauty radiate from within.

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mrblue, 3-13-2011, 10:36AM

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Black women not happy till she copys a white look hair doo with chemicals, wigs, and funny looking weaves.

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Kit, 5-07-2011, 6:18PM

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White women are not happy until they copy black woman's looks by getting perms and suntans. See how silly you sound?

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diannah1959, 5-08-2011, 4:55AM

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diannah1959

and don't forget the lip and butt enhancements...teehee....

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dls031568, 3-13-2011, 10:37AM

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Its NOT good to wash your hair ever day as it is, Washing strips your hair if the natural oils that keep hair healthy, Unless you use a ton of styling products or have very oily hair you do not have to wash your hair every single day....

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tgurlplaymate4u, 3-13-2011, 10:38AM

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Its NOT good to wash your hair ever day as it is, Washing strips your
hair if the natural oils that keep hair healthy, Unless you use a ton
of styling products or have very oily hair you do not have to wash
your hair every single day....

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JABA, 3-13-2011, 11:04AM

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Sorry, I can't skip of day of not washing my hair. I develope serious "bed head," and my hair becomes completely unmanageable. It's either wash it, or becomes a hat day for me!

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Pam, 3-13-2011, 11:07AM

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Sally, i loved you response and agree totally! Smiling helps your looks so much better, use a lil makeup. Don't go go out looking like you just woke up. But be kind to people, fix your hair, dont have to spend tons of money, watch what you eat, exercise and dont over process, or color your hair. I look younget then I am, take care of yourself. Sometimes these articles are a waste.

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