The Hair Experts We Spoke to Swear by These Anti-Frizz Products (2024)

No matter the season, it seems like there's always a frizzy hair battle to be had. Though many people tend to deal with frizz especially during humid summer days, the truth is that it can be caused by many factors, even dryness or split ends, explains celebrity hairstylist Dimitris Giannetos. Frizz can also come as a result of "an open cuticle due to chemical services, over-cleansing your hair, color or heat damage and, of course, the infamous humidity," adds Tiffanie Richards, Master Colorist and Stylist at Louise O'Conner Salon.

Nearly everyone deals with frizz at some point: Practically all — 95%, to be exact — women in Good Housekeeping's tester panel reported that it was an issue for them. But not to worry: It doesn't have to be this way. Between shampoos, conditioners, hair serums, oils and more, there are countless hair products on the market that help condition strands to fight frizz and static.

The Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab extensively researches, evaluates and tests products across all beauty categories, including anti-frizz hair products. Our scientists test them both in the Lab using scientific instruments to gauge their frizz-fighting abilities and with consumer testers, who report their feedback on ease of use, product attributes and effects on hair after application. Our Beauty Lab scientists then collate both sets of data to identify the winning formulas.

The first place winner in our GH Beauty Lab's anti-frizz product test, Orlando Pita's unique cream-serum hybrid is proven to keep frizz at bay. Of all the products tested, it came out on top for keeping hair swatches smooth for nearly 24 hours in a chamber with up to 85% humidity. On top of that, testers rated it best for leaving hair soft without being tacky, sticky or crunchy. "This prevented the Miami humidity from flattening my hair," one tester raved. If you don't like sweet-scented products, this one may not be for you: Some testers found the fragrance to be overly saccharine.

Aptly named, this truly weightless frizz fighter feels like a water-light lotion. The GH Beauty Award winner performed well in Lab evaluations at making hair appear sleek and shiny. "The product is unexpectedly lightweight — it disappears into hair and doesn't weigh it down, yet reduced frizz significantly," a tester marveled. Some online reviewers note that it doesn't make their strands look much shinier unless they use hot tools as well, so this may be best to use when heat styling your hair.

Men, if you don't want to add any extra steps to your hair routine, simply start using this shampoo and conditioner set to treat frizz. The GH Beauty Award-winning set gives strong smoothing and conditioning effects thanks to protein and coconut oil. Two testers shared that their hair wasn't frizzy after use. Hair was also "easier to style," another noted. In Lab assessment, the duo earned perfect scores for making hair manageable, smooth and supple and rated well for ease of use. These two work best as a set (not separately).

Loved by multiple editors and GH Beauty Lab staffers, John Frieda's touch-up product can be used on dry hair to instantly smooth and soften frazzled strands. The lightweight cream leaves no heavy residue behind, making it great for thin hair that can often be weighed down by product. Our beauty director uses the multitasker in various scenarios: "I rub a dollop of this cream between my hands and glide it onto my dry hair to smooth flyways that pop up during the day, silken fried ends or just add polish to my waves," she says. Some online reviewers feel it leaves their hair looking greasy.

An all-time favorite of GH's beauty director for silkening her wavy, damaged hair, this cult classic smoothing cream was also a top performer in the GH Beauty Lab's anti-frizz product testing. It scored well in Lab evaluations for both minimizing frizz and softening hair. “Not only was my hair frizz-free, it was soft, manageable and looked healthier!” a tester marveled. Some online reviewers wish this product provided stronger frizz-fighting abilities, as they felt their hair wasn't completely tamed after use.

Add shine, diminish frizz and get a great deal all at the same time — what more could you ask for? This well-priced hair serum is great for frizzy, dry hair; it was a consumer favorite in Beauty Lab testing especially for providing shine and smoothing benefits. Testers also loved that it comes with a built-in pump for easy dispersing and that a little goes a long way (though don't use too much, or it can make strands look oily). "It controlled the curl and frizz and felt light on my hair," one tester raved. "It almost made my hair sparkle."

Easy to use both on dry and damp hair, Olaplex's famed bond-building technology is infused into this leave-in product to help strengthen strands and dampen frizz. "It's a conditioning product, so it fixes frizz without ever being hard or crispy," says GH Beauty Reviews Analyst Chiara Butler. "It can also be used on damp hair to prevent frizz while hair dries." She also likes its bright, fresh scent. Make sure not to use too much of this, otherwise it may cause hair to look greasy.

Looking for a super smooth, sleek and straight hairstyle? Recommended by two of our experts, Color Wow's anti-frizz spray is a favorite amongst experts and consumers alike. Though it's an at-home treatment, results will "last up to three washes and leaves the hair looking glossy and ultra-smooth," says Laurabeth Cabott, stylist and owner of Kansas City-based hair salon Artistry by LB. Nozomi, Master Hair Stylist & Extensions Specialist at Warren Tricomi NYC, recommends spraying it onto strands prior to blowdrying. "It helps block humidity," Nozomi adds. Some online reviewers with curly hair don't feel that it works well for them, so this is likely best for straight and wavy hair types.

Great for those with thin or fine hair — or anyone averse to heavier styling products — GH Beauty Lab anti-frizz stylers test winner Kérastase provides potent anti-frizz power in a lightweight liquid spray. Though pricey, the mist stopped frizz on testers' hair for a full day as well as on hair swatches in the Lab’s humidity chamber, and it didn't feel tacky. "My usually frizzy and broken ends were much smoother and shinier," a tester revealed. "There is no residue and my fine hair is weighed down just enough on the ends but not greasy on top."

When you think anti-frizz, there's a good chance you think of John Frieda's products. An upgraded version of the original serum, this GH Beauty Award winner is packed with advanced ingredients and comes in packaging that doesn't sacrifice its proven performance, GH Beauty Lab evaluations found. "It defines and smooths my frizzy waves and baby hairs," former GH Beauty Lab Executive Director Birnur Aral reported. Less is more with this product, otherwise you risk it leaving your hair feeling oily.

Tame unruly hair and fend off frizz from the get-go, starting in the shower. The protein-infused Nexxus shampoo and matching conditioner, both GH Beauty Award winners, are proven frizz-fighters. In a study on hair samples in 98% humidity, strands had significantly less frizz up to 72 hours after application of the system. "The amount of smoothness and shine was noticeable from the first use," a tester marveled. Take note that these products produce best results when used together, rather than separately.

A GH Beauty Lab favorite, Garnier's well-priced cream with argan oil, aloe and coconut oil functions both as a leave-in conditioner and smoothing styler, perfect for when you're air-drying your hair. Beauty Lab data evaluation found that among women with frizzy hair, 84% reported their hair felt smoother and 80% felt that it did not look frizzy after use. Apply all over damp hair post-shower; on dry hair, glide a small dab over strands to smooth and shape as needed. Some find that it didn't do much for their hair, so if you're dealing with a lot of frizz, this may not be the right pick for you.

Made with botanical oils, this It’s A 10 treatment mask won the GH Beauty Lab's test of deep conditioners, receiving a perfect score for conditioning ability and high marks for making hair look smoother. It's a great go-to if you only want to use one product: It "made my hair soft and shiny, and it controlled frizz as well," a tester noted. "I let my hair air dry and didn't need [to apply] any other product." Be sure to rinse this product out of your hair really well, as the consistency may cause buildup.

Shield your style against frizz no matter how balmy the weather with John Frieda's bargain spray, a winner in GH Beauty Lab hairspray testing for keeping hair's shape intact and smooth. It scored at the top for holding curls in place in the Lab's humidity-chamber test and for not flaking or feeling heavy on hair. "I've had no flyaway hairs at all," a tester reported. Online reviewers are split on the clean scent of this product, with some liking it and others feeling it smells too synthetic.