When it comes to summer hair styling for my curls, I reach for humidity-proof products regardless of the weather.
Even in a hot dry climate, I don’t want to have to hide from the misters on every patio in town.
I’m so much happier with weather-proof hair!
My hair: Loose, wavy curls with medium density and medium strand thickness
Over the years, my product experimentation resulted in 2 dependable product combos that I can always count on for a frizz-free summer.
Through summer downpours, muggy weather, and beachy breezes, these product combos have passed the tests.
Frizz-Free Summer Hair Products
Why do I have 2 favorite combos? To share options that meet your fragrance and finish preferences. Each product is also budget-friendly at under $10 from your favorite retailers.
Both of these combos are also silicone-free for healthy curls and curly girl method followers.
There are definitely more products on the market that I’d still love to try, but these have been my go-to staples for years. Here’s what I’m loving now for high-definition (strong hold) and soft-definition (medium hold) finishes.
Strong Hold Products (High Definition Results)
This strong hold gel is best for ultra definition that lasts for days. If you love keeping the volume to a minimum, this may be your favorite summer product! If your hair needs hydration too, add a pea-size amount of the leave-in conditioner under the gel. The mousse as a topper, seals it all in for the ultimate weather protection.
Giovanni Styling Gel + Mousse/Foam + Leave-In Conditioner
– Fragrance: None
– Finish Results: Defined Curls
– Available at: Amazon, local natural grocery stores
Application: This is a thick gel! To avoid gel clumps, I emulsify the product my hands before applying. This makes for an easier application and even distribution. You can easily achieve a gel cast with this one too! It will soften each day, or you can scrunch out the crunch on day one for a softer look right away.
Styling Tip: Adding the top layer of mousse
adds more hold and weather protection from heat, humidity, and wind too!
Medium Hold Products (Soft Curl Definition)
This light to medium hold gel is great for fine hair or medium hair. It’s easy to apply and can be used alone too. I don’t love the fragrance, but it does fade quickly once it dries.
Since my hair is heavy, I love topping the gel with mousse. It adds extra hold while still keeping my hair light and bouncy. It also adds more weather protection from heat, humidity, and wind.
Curl talk Sculpting Gel + Mousse
– Fragrance: Light, fades after drying
– Finish Results: Soft Curls
– Available at: Amazon, Ulta, Walmart, Target, Drugstores
I was definitely amazed and grateful when my curls were still frizz-free after a 2-hour dinner on a covered patio during a rainstorm!
Watch how my curls hold up to those misters in this video!
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