everytime i blow dry i seem to end up with really frizzy hair then i have to apply all this product just to keep it straight which makes it really oily. i must be doing something wrong...can anyone help ?

hi & welcome :waving:
not sure if i can help though

do u use anything b4 u blow dry ?

Maybe try a smoothing serum?
Also, how much product do you use? You only need the teeniest ttiniest amount!
Also keep in mind that caring for hair beforehand is vital to maintain the quality, health and appearance of your hair - so for example a good quality shampoo, conditioner, treatments if necessary and heat protective product before blow drying.

i find finishing my blowdry off with a straightening iron really keeps my hair shiny

Use a shine spray instead of a serum. I find serums too heavy for me, but shine sprays (provided they are light) work really well.

I heart Tigi Catwalk Shine Spray in the blue bottle. Smells amazing too

A shine spray is a good idea, or a light 'finishing creme'. Also, only apply to the ends and mid-lengths, not around the roots.

Also, make sure your hair is 100% dry. If there is any moisture left, the cuticle will swell which will result in frizziness. Don't touch your hair with your hands, because you'll transfer moisture and heat from your hands onto your hair. Also remember that you have to seal the cuticle as much as possible - which for most people means running over the strands with a straightener and then adding a product. As much as you don't like them, products are really important for smoothing down the hair shaft. You're probably just not using the right ones!

Also, make sure your hair is 100% dry

Hmmmm, my hairdresser actually advised me against this - said it should be just a little bit damp on top.

Frizz shouldn't be a problem with the right styling product, I reckon.

Hmmmm, my hairdresser actually advised me against this - said it should be just a little bit damp on top.
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Oh really?? Cos mine told me to make sure it's totally dry and then add product so you seal the shaft all up! Eeeeeek I hate conflicting opinions!

i find the joico shine mists are very light and leave a nice shine - also, a little bit goes a long way

on the frizz thing, my personal experience is that if i don't get my hair completely dry before i walk out the door then i am asking for trouble and my hair ends up looking ratty and, if it's humid, frizzy. it's such a pain because getting my hair even almost dry takes AGES!

I would also look at HOW you are blow drying, and the tool (hairdryer :chuckle:) you are using.

Using a powerful ceramic hairdryer which is hot (but keep it about 15cm from your head) helps, and blow dry it DOWN, as in pointing at your roots and down, not across or upwards. This helps too.

I had a pretty average hairdryer (which I thought was fine) but my friend hated using it when she slept over, so she bought me a great one for my birthday! I have really noticed the difference - and it cuts down on drying time too.

Keep us posted and let us know how you go!

I second Celeste's rec for a good hairdryer - my hair is prone to frizz and I can't believe the difference a good hairdryer makes. I use a Parlux 3200 ceramic/ionic and would never be without it.

Also, Kylie, what shampoo & conditioner are you using? I know I've found some make my hair more fluffy or limp than others.

i think you are suppossed to completely dry it, only if your hair is damaged should you not style it until its completely dry, i always remember my hairdresser saying that... well just his opinion i suppose