how to fix staticky hair

Alongside dry and flaky skin, one of the most annoying side effects of winter is static hair. Hair gets full of static in the chillier months because the air is less moist everywhere. No matter how often we moisturize our frizzy hair, escaping static electricity seems impossible. The good news is, we have compiled a list of solutions on how to fix static hair — and prevent it in the first place.

6 Ways to Get Rid of Static Hair in Winter

1. Ditch Plastic Combs

Brushing dry hair out with a plastic comb or brush only makes static worse. Opt for a wooden comb instead as those are bad conductor of electricity and hence it does not cause static. Science!

2. Shampoo Less Frequently

The more you shampoo, the more you're stripping the natural oils from your hair. Washing the hair less and using a good quality shampoo with the perfect balance of nutrients, like the Living Proof No Frizz Shampoo ($29, sephora) is the key to reducing static.

3. Use Anti-Frizz Sheets

Need a quick fix for escaping some static, just run an anti-frizz sheet along your hairline and you'll be as good as new. We recommend using IGK Swipe Up No-Frizz Wipes (Pack of 16 wipes), $18. They are enriched with non-sticky polymers to provide a touch of hold and infused with a blend of Avocado and Camellia oils to calm static and block humidity without disturbing your style.

4. Add a Touch of Serum

Let your hair serum work double-duty by using it in place of a hairspray or hair gel to tame flyaways. Simply rub the serum through the palm of your hands and then gently apply it to the strands before styling your hair.

In Common Static Silk Smoothing Enhancer

$30, incommonbeauty.com

R+Co FOIL Frizz + Static Control Hairspray

$29, dermstore.com

5. Never Skip Conditioner

Another great way to feed your hair the moisture it needs is by using a conditioner throughout the winter. For hair that's severely dry and coarse, a superfood-infused conditioner that contains hydrating ingredients can be helpful for bringing it back to life and minimizing static. We recommend using Redken All Soft Conditioner ($20, ulta).

6. Mask Weekly

Think of hair masks like high powered hair conditioners. Regular usage of a hair mask with natural oils or other hydrating ingredients is an excellent way to nourish the scalp and prevent dryness.

Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask

$38, sephora.com

Olaplex Hair Perfector No. 3 Treatment

$28, sephora.com

Nothing on hand?

No problem! Just spray some water to tame the static. Not the most optimal solution, but the most accessible one for sure!