Shower Routine: Less Frizz at the Sink

Shower Routine: Less Frizz at the Sink. Here’s a field-tested path you can run for two or three wash days, then decide.

Your best routine is boring in a good way—same steps, small tweaks for climate and porosity, and predictable results.

Steps

1. Cleanse the scalp; avoid roughing up lengths
2. Detangle with water + conditioner in sections
3. Dry hands-off; break the cast only when fully dry
4. Apply leave-in on soaking-wet hair
5. Layer gel/foam; rake then scrunch

Toolkit

• Hard-hold gel or mousse for humidity
• Deep conditioner/mask (monthly)
• Microfiber towel or T-shirt

“Hands-off until fully dry is half the battle.”

Example

For high humidity: leave-in + hard-hold gel, then hover-diffuse to 60% and finish with cup-and-hold. Don’t break the cast early.

Tools angle: choose diffusers by bowl and airflow, and brushes by flexibility and slip—comfort beats hype.

Porosity & Climate Notes

• Low porosity: lighter layers; avoid heavy oils
• High porosity: seal ends; more frequent masks
• Humidity: pair humectants with film-formers

FAQ

How long to deep condition? 10–20 minutes under a cap is usually enough.

Best diffusing approach? Hover to 60%, then cup-and-hold; break cast only when fully dry.

Log your routine for two wash days before changing anything—patterns emerge quickly.

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