Fight that Annoying Hair Static!
Ah, Minnesota. The land of 8 month long winter seasons.. This means 8 months of sweaters, scarves, and the dreaded statically charged hair that accompanies them. If you’re tired of those flyaway strands sticking to your face and clothing, don’t worry! The Jungle Red Team is tired of it too! Read on for some tips on how to combat the beast that is HAIR STATIC.
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Many people deal with staticy hair in the winter months, especially those with fine and/or dry hair. The science behind static in the hair is as follows: When the outside and inside loses moisture and the outdoor temperature drops, the electrons in your hair (which are negatively-charged ions) fly off your locks! You are then left with mostly the protons (which are positively-charged ions). Like a magnet, opposites attract. Since there are only positively charged ions left in your hair, they repel each other, thus creating the situation in the photo above.
A great way to prevent static electricity in your hair is to keep your hair nourished and moisturized. Using a hydrating conditioner in your hair after every wash will help keep your hair moisturized. If the added moisture just isn’t enough, you can also control your hair with a little bit of product, such as a serum or leave-in conditioner (a dime-sized amount will typically do the trick). Our Jungle Red Stylist Molly recommends Zenyth serum by Sudzz, a daily use product to seal in moisture and help fight frizz. She also recommends regular deep-conditioning treatments here at the salon, which intensely hydrate your hair. The necessary frequency of these treatments does vary from person to person but pairing a professional conditioning treatment with a haircut is the best way to fight static this time of year.
When it comes to static, it’s best to avoid plastic tools in your hair. Switch to a metal comb instead of plastic because metal is more conductive and will help neutralize the abundance of protons. You can also buy an ionic blow dryer. These devices emit negatively-charged ions that stick to positively-charged hair, reducing static. Negative ions will also help smooth and close the cuticle of the hair which, in turn, reduces frizz and speeds up dry time. What a great combination!
Lastly, in the wintertime those with static-prone hair should avoid wearing synthetic fibers, such as polyester. Stick to natural fibers such as cotton and wool. Get a humidifier for your home to help introduce moisture back into your hair. If you are having a really bad static day and you are completely fed up from dealing with those flyaways, pin the most annoying pieces back, or put all of your hair into a braid, a ponytail or chic bun. Add a little light hair spray and you’ll be good to go.
Don’t worry! Winter will be over before you know it. Until then, use these “science and style approved” tips to keep static at bay until Spring rolls around!
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