Discover Ouidad's 5-step curl routine using Advanced Climate Control to stop frizz and maintain defined curls in any climate, from dry to high humidity.
Frizz isn’t random. It’s usually your curls responding to dryness, humidity, or changes in the environment. If you’ve ever wondered why your hair is so frizzy, the answer often comes down to moisture balance and how well your curl routine protects the hair’s surface as it dries.
Curly hair is naturally more vulnerable to frizz because of its shape. The twists and bends in each strand make it harder for natural oils to travel from root to end, leaving curls more exposed to dryness. When moisture levels drop, or humidity rises, the cuticle can lift and curls expand. The key to frizz control isn’t fighting your curl pattern. It’s building a routine that supports moisture, protects against climate changes, and helps curls hold their shape.
This guide walks through a curl-friendly frizz control routine designed to work year-round, using Ouidad’s Advanced Climate Control Collection.
Limited-Time Giveaway: Curl Love Frizz-Free Kit
From February 10 through February 23, Ouidad is celebrating all kinds of curl love with a frizz-fighting giveaway designed to help curls thrive in any climate.
Enter for a chance to win the Curl Love Frizz-Free Kit, featuring Ouidad’s Advanced Climate Control® collection plus a Wet Brush Pro Flex Dry Ombre. This routine includes Advanced Climate Control® Defrizzing Shampoo, Defrizzing Conditioner, All-In-1 Leave-In Conditioner, Heat & Humidity Gel, and Frizz-Fighting Touch-Up Balm.
Pro tip: The Wet Brush Pro Flex Dry can be used to detangle and distribute product evenly throughout your curls. Whether you’re blow drying, diffusing, air drying or stretching hair for protective styles, this brush can cut down on drying time, which helps prevent heat damage and frizz.
Five winners will be selected, each receiving a kit valued at $140. Email sign-up is required to enter, and referrals earn additional entries. Winners will be announced on March 3rd.
Why curls react to humidity and dryness
Frizz happens when the hair cuticle becomes uneven. For curls, this often occurs when hair is dehydrated or when humidity causes strands to absorb excess moisture from the air. Heat styling, friction, and harsh cleansing can make this worse by disrupting the cuticle and reducing elasticity.
That’s why effective frizz control for curly hair starts with hydration. Well-moisturized curls are less reactive to environmental changes. From there, the right stylers help seal in moisture and limit how much outside humidity can affect curl definition.
Step 1: Cleanse without drying curls out
Frizz control begins in the shower. Over-cleansing can strip curls of the moisture they need to stay smooth and defined. A gentle shampoo that supports hydration helps prepare curls for styling.
Advanced Climate Control® Defrizzing Shampoo cleanses curls while helping maintain moisture. Starting with a balanced cleanse reduces roughness and helps curls dry with more control.
Step 2: Condition to smooth and support curl structure
Conditioning is essential because it helps soften hair and encourage a smoother cuticle. When curls are properly conditioned, they clump more easily and hold their shape better as they dry.
Advanced Climate Control® Defrizzing Conditioner replenishes moisture and improves manageability. This step helps curls retain hydration, which plays a major role in reducing frizz before styling even begins.
Step 3: Prime curls to maintain moisture
After rinsing, curls benefit from a leave-in that helps hold onto moisture and prepare hair for stylers. Leave-in conditioners act as a buffer between wash day and styling, supporting hydration throughout the drying process.
Advanced Climate Control® All-In-1 Leave-In Conditioner helps keep curls flexible and moisturized as they dry, which supports more consistent curl formation and longer-lasting frizz control.
Step 4: Define curls and protect against humidity
Styling is where frizz control really comes together. A curl-defining gel helps support curl clumps while forming a light barrier that limits humidity’s effect on the hair.
Advanced Climate Control® Heat & Humidity Gel helps curls maintain definition as they dry and throughout the day. This step is especially helpful in climates where humidity fluctuates, or when curls tend to lose shape after a few hours.
Step 5: Smooth frizz as it appears
Even with a solid routine, curls may need touch-ups during the day. Movement, dryness, and exposure to the elements can cause frizz to return.
Advanced Climate Control® Frizz-Fighting Touch-Up Balm helps refine curl shape and smooth frizz-prone areas without weighing curls down. Used sparingly, it can restore softness and definition without restarting your routine.
Seasonal frizz control that works year-round
Frizz can feel more noticeable in certain seasons, but the solution remains consistent. In dry weather, curls need more moisture to prevent roughness. In humid conditions, sealing the cuticle becomes more important. Supporting curls with hydration, gentle styling, and minimal manipulation helps reduce frizz no matter the climate.
Let curls dry with minimal disturbance, avoid excess friction, and refresh moisture when curls feel dry. These habits support smoother curls across seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my hair so frizzy even when I use curl products?
Frizz often occurs when curls lack enough moisture or when the cuticle isn’t fully sealed. Using hydrating cleansers, conditioners, and humidity-resistant stylers helps curls stay smoother and more defined.
What is the best anti-frizz routine for curly hair?
A routine that layers hydration with curl-defining products works best. Start with gentle cleansing, follow with conditioning and a leave-in, and finish with a gel designed to help lock in moisture and protect against humidity.
Can frizz be controlled in humid weather?
Yes. Products that help seal the cuticle and support curl clumps can significantly reduce frizz, even in high humidity.
