How to Get Static Electricity Out of Your Hair

If you're like many people, one of your biggest beauty or style problems is your hair. Dealing with hair problems can be tiresome at any time of the year. Static electricity may especially add to your hair woes in colder weather. However, you can take steps to help deal with the effects of static electricity.

Things You'll Need

• Moisturizing shampoo
• Hair conditioner
• Leave-in conditioner
• Humidifier
• Natural bristle brush
• Wooden comb
• Ionic hair dryer (optional)
• Anti-frizz cream
• Dryer sheet

Instructions

1. Moisturize your hair. Moisturized hair is less likely to develop and hold static electricity than dried-out hair is. Use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner every time you wash your hair. Use a leave-in conditioner in your hair to add even more moisture, especially at the ends of your hair. Avoid applying leave-in conditioner to the roots of your hair because it can cause your roots or scalp to appear too oily.

2. Moisturize your environment. Use a humidifier to boost moisture levels in the air in your home and office if necessary. This will prevent your hair from drying out and benefit your skin.

3. Style your hair appropriately. Use a natural bristle hair brush because it will hold less static than a synthetic bristle brush. Use a wooden comb instead of a plastic or metal one to further reduce static electricity. Let your hair air dry if possible because hair dryers can overdry your hair and cause static electricity. Use an ionic hair dryer if letting your hair dry naturally is not an option. Ionic hair dryers allow your hair to retain natural moisture. Use anti-frizz cream on the ends of your hair to help prevent static electricity buildup.

4. Pick your feet completely up when you walk. Dragging your feet, especially on carpet, may cause static electricity to build up in your body and therefore in your hair.

5. Dress to avoid static electricity. Wear smooth, natural fiber clothing rather than slippery materials like rayon. Avoid knitted hats if possible because they generate a lot of static electricity.

6. Carry a dryer sheet with you. If your hair begins to hold static despite your preventive measures, rub the dryer sheet over your hair for an instant fix. Dryer sheets are available in many scents or come unscented if you don't want the aroma to clash with your perfume.

Tips & Warnings

• Wash your hair every other day if possible because the natural oil in your hair can fight static electricity.

• Wear your hair up in a twist or bun to minimize the effect of static.

References

• Cosmopolitan