As we soak up fall in all its cozy glory, there’s also a less-welcome seasonal guest to deal with: fall frizz. Tired of watching your vibrant, autumn-inspired hair color fall prey to dryness-induced frizz and flyaways?
Don’t fret – the right color-safe hair formulas can help you bid fall frizz goodbye once and for all. From everyday shampoo to products for advanced styling, we’re almost as passionate about taming texture as we are about maintaining color!
Here’s a closer look at the common culprits behind seasonal frizz and our top tips for keeping your locks sleek and silky, no matter the weather.
What Causes Fall Frizz?
Many factors can influence frizziness, but the most common cause this time of year is simple: dryness. From a hair science perspective, when hair lacks hydration, it tries to absorb moisture from the air around it. This causes each strand to swell, lift, and take on that frizzy, flyaway look.
So, the cooler temperatures, indoor heating, and reduced humidity typical to fall dry out hair even faster, increasing the appearance of frizziness.
Dryness-induced frizz can also be worsened by hair porosity, which refers to how well your hair retains moisture. If your hair has high porosity due to heat or chemical damage, it tries even harder to absorb moisture from the air, leading to even more frizz!
Additionally, those with curly and wavy hair may have an especially difficult time taming frizz. The natural shape and texture of this hair type make it harder for your scalp’s oil to travel from root to end; without that natural oil, your strands are simply drier overall.
Whether straight or curly, freshly bleached or proudly darkened, it’s normal to fall victim to fall frizz.
For Everyday Fizz Fighting: the Smooth Collection
If controlling for all of those factors sounds complicated, don’t worry. We’ve organized our color-safe formulas by hair goal, so your first solution is simple: the Smooth Collection!
Designed exclusively for frizz-prone, color-treated hair, everything in the Smooth Collection aims to calm unruly textures. With a blend of Avocado Oil, Abyssinian Oil, Sea Kelp, and Shea Butter, this line is all about nourishment, fluidity, and shine.
The Smooth Shampoo and Smooth Conditioner are the foundation of this collection. Both can be used daily for an ultra-smooth finish that’s noticeably touchable, soft, and shiny.
After showering, you can then turn to Plush Locks Leave-In Smooth® for frizz-free styling on any hair type. It delivers heat protection up to 450°F (230°C), making it a go-to for those with chemically treated hair. It reduces blow drying time and delivers long-lasting control, even days after use!
Between wash days, Smooth Drops can target frizz on dry and damp hair. The clear, featherlight formula absorbs instantly for a fast dose of humidity-resistant nourishment. It’s non-greasy, so don’t be afraid to make the most of its luminous shine!
For an Anti-Frizz Transformation: Cuticle Closer
Of course, there’s another member of the Smooth Collection family: Cuticle Closer, a specialty treatment that fights frizz on the deepest level possible.
Remember the science behind frizz? Using Avocado Oil and Hydrogenated Castor Oil, this liquid rinse-out formula seals and resurfaces the cuticles of each strand, reducing how much they can open up to seek outside moisture.
The result is a silky, fluid finish with noticeable gloss, shine, and slip! Thanks to its gentle formula, it’s also safe for curly and wavy hair.
After a few sessions with Cuticle Closer, your fall will finally be free from fizz!
For Frizz Resistant Curls: Tru Curl Enhancing Crème
Curly-haired color enthusiasts, we’re here to help with your texture dilemma, too. Tru Curl Enhancing Crème, one of our fan-favorite frizz-fighting products, is made specifically for curls and waves!
Even better, this formula doesn’t just nourish and smooth to reduce frizz – it also enhances curl pattern by strengthening each strand’s shape, separation, and control.
For the best results, apply on clean, damp hair, then air dry or heat style with a diffuser. And that’s it! Get ready for a frizz-free fall with bouncy, defined locks.
Pro-tip: combine Tru Curl Enhancing Crème with Curl Shampoo and Curl Conditioner for even happier, healthier curls!
For Frizz-Free Styling: Moisture Styling Creme (and more!)
Still looking for the perfect anti-frizz formula? If your hair feels extra frizzy after styling, it may be time to refresh your collection of styling products.
In addition to Plush Locks Leave-In Smooth® and Tru Curl Enhancing Crème, our award-winning Moisture Styling Crème sets the stage for a smooth, soft finish. By adding hydration, light control, and protection against humidity, it effectively targets dryness (the #1 cause of frizz) throughout your styling session.
On both dry and damp hair, you can also enjoy some defrizzing with the Radically Smooth® Taming Crème. Like Cuticle Closer, it helps seal and smooth the surface of your hair, helping to tame flyaways with a calm, tame finish (with extra shine!).
Frizz-free fall styling, here you come!
Now that you know how to keep fall frizz in check, the rest of the cozy season is yours to enjoy!
Do you have some silky smooth results to show off? As always, remember to keep us posted on your Colorproof journey on Instagram and TikTok with the hashtag #ColorproofHair.
See you there.
Xx,
Colorproof