Hair Styling FAQ
What products can I use to control my frizzy hair?
Start by using a hydrating shampoo and conditioner. A leave-in conditioner can also help reduce frizz. Styling products such as creams, balms and glosses are specifically formulated to add shine and prevent frizz.
How do I add more volume to my hair?
Start by using a light shampoo and conditioner. Avoid adding conditioner to the roots of your hair, which will only weigh it down. To style, apply a volumizer such as Intelligent Nutrients Volumizing Spray or a light hair gel to the roots of your damp hair. Blow dry on a light setting. Avoid heavy styling products such as balms, waxes and pomades that will weigh hair down.
What's the difference between a styling cream, balm, gel and gloss?
The main difference is the texture of the product which in turn produces slightly different results. Styling creams and gels are very similar - they both add a light hold to hair and can be used both wet and dry. However gels are typically more potent in terms of holding power and are slightly stickier. Hair balms are thicker than gels and creams and are great for styling short hair or slicking back longer hair when creating up-dos. A gloss is a very concentrated product that coats hair strands to add shine. Only a small amount should be used, and never on the scalp. Instead try rubbing a tiny amount between your hands and lightly run you fingers through your hair to tame fly-aways.
What's so bad about using a hair spray?
Even if you're not using an eco-damaging aerosol can, conventional hairsprays are still dangerous. Only instead of being a danger to the planet, they're a danger to you. These chemical-laden sprays often contain toxic ingredients that enter the body when you breathe, literally coating the lungs which can cause potential health risks.
