Can an Anti-Frizz Conditioner Really Beat Humidity? I Put This $24 One to The Test
I've had to deal with a good handful of challenges throughout my life with my curly hair. Learning how to manage it is a challenge in itself, but there are also the typical concerns that are relatively common for the majority of people with hair like mine. This includes breakage, split ends, single strand knots (also known as fairy knots), dullness, dryness, and of course frizz.
There have been plenty of times where I completely switched up my wash day plans because I know it's going to be either very humid or rainy out. Sometimes, that means doing some kind of treatment and keeping my hair in a protective style. Other times, that means changing my wash day schedule so I can reap the benefits of a good weather. Still, there are some occasions where, regardless of the rain or humidity, I have to wear my hair down. At that point, I know I have to put in as much effort as possible to keep frizz under control.
Typically, I prep for a day like this by making sure I'm really hydrating my curls with a good leave-in conditioner, curl cream, and gel that will lock things in place. So when I learned about this Ouidad's Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner, I was curious to know just how much of a difference it would make when paired with my other frizz-fighting products. Curious to know how it held up? Read on for my honest review.
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About Ouidad's Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner
Unlike your average conditioner, the Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner ($24) was formulated to balance hydration in order to keep your hair looking smooth and sleek, in addition to adding shine and definition. It’s listed as being ideal for a wavy, curly, and coily hair types that struggle with dryness and frizz. It uses Anti-Frizz Nano Technology™ to provide the foundation to stop frizz and contains hydrolyzed soy protein, shea butter, ceramides, and dedicated UV filter for that extra dose of moisture and protection.
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Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner for Curly Hair
Pros: Smells great, adds shine, softens hair, affordable
Cons: May not be ideal for thicker hair
How I Used Ouidad's Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner
I started off the way I typically do during a wash day by sectioning my hair into three parts. When I tested this conditioner, I was coming off of a few days of heavy styling, so I started with the Pattern Cleansing Shampoo before going in with the Hydration Shampoo with Aloe & Honey to really give my scalp a reset. After rinsing, I applied the Advanced Climate Control Anti-Frizz Conditioner section by section while also detangling my hair. After getting all of the knots out, I rinsed again and proceeded with styling.
To style my hair, I went with my go-to rainy-day lineup. First I went applies the Pattern Leave-In Conditioner for Curls & Coils and Styling Cream for Curly & Coily Hair followed by the Nexxus Climate Control Gel Cream for the extra shine and definition. I typically don't use a diffuser or any other heat tool unless I'm at the salon, so I allowed my hair to air dry throughout the day.
The Results
There were some clear pros and cons to using this formula. For starters, it smells very similar to the kind of high-quality products you would use at the hair salon. It wasn't overwhelming, and it got me compliments all day long. It also made my hair really soft, which is not easily achievable given my natural texture.
