In a bit of a frizz? Wind + rain + broken brolly = hair that looks a little (ahem) under the weather.
"In winter there is less moisture in the air so our skin and hair tend to dry out more. Just as your skin needs some extra moisturising, so does your hair in winter, particularly if it's curly," says celebrity hairdresser and owner of Sydney salon The Blonde Room, George Giavis.
"Add to that exposure to air conditioning, home heating and maybe a few more blow-dries and you have the perfect environment for the winter frizzies."
Start taking notes as George dishes his top tips for keeping your hair in check no matter what the Bureau of Meteorology has in mind:
1. Lay off the wash: "To prevent your hair from drying out in winter, wash it less frequently and let your hair's natural oils do the trick," says George. "When you do wash your hair, use an intensive moisturising shampoo and conditioner. A moisturising leave-in conditioner will also work wonders, as will a weekly intensive moisturising mask or anti-frizz treatment."
And for those gals addicted to washing their hair every day (we know you're out there!) invest in a dry shampoo to tie you over.
2. Super stylin': Use a wide-tooth comb and a bristle brush when styling and try to avoid excessive blow-drying and heat products as these will further dry out the hair. If you blow-dry your hair, use the lowest setting for temperature pointing the nozzle downward.
3. Dye with caution: Unnatural blondes may have had harsher, more drying chemicals on the hair, which will make the hair more susceptible to frizziness. So maybe it's good time to do a reverse Katy Perry and try out chocolate browns?
4. Thou shall not: Avoid styling products containing alcohol as it dries the hair out.
5. Hair do do's: When you are exposing your hair to the elements, think 1950's diva and wear a hat or a scarf. A half pony or a hair bun is a great style choice when the forecast is wind, rain and all things miserable!
Image: Versace A/W 11-12 (left) and Kim Kardashian doing her best 1950's diva impression! Getty.
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