Electric hair: what to do

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Electric hair can be difficult to tame, especially when you don't know what to do with it! You are probably wondering what to do when you have electric hair? Well, worry no more - here is all the information you may need to deal with electric hair. This blog post will show you how easy it is to get rid of electric hair and then avoid it every morning. So let's go !

Why do we have electric hair?

Electric hair can be a major problem for many people because it causes flyaways and uncontrollable frizz that can make a hairstyle look unattractive. Although the problem is annoying and persistent, there are several useful methods to reduce electric hair. But to start, you have to determine what are the causes of your electric hair:

Static electricity:

We speak of electric hair quite simply, because they are due to what is called static electricity . It occurs when two objects rub against each other and the two acquire opposite charges, causing an attraction between them. For example, running your hand through your hair and then sticking it to a balloon involves static electricity because positively charged hair is attracted to a negatively charged balloon.

For electric hair, it's the same principle. Under certain conditions, the hair will be attracted to other objects. They can head for the hairbrush, straighteners or your clothes as they head for the ball.

• Electric hair is simply the consequence of the static electricity accumulated between our hair strands.

The causes of static electricity in the hair

• The many frictions : Friction between the hair and against clothing or ear cases can be the cause of electric hair
• Using hair products that contain synthetic ingredients like silicone or paraben that leave an electrical charge in your hair.
• Air dry . Indeed, excessively dry air, whether inside or outside your home, increases the electrical conductivity of the hair.
• Hair type : Indeed, dry, dehydrated or damaged hair is more likely to fall victim to the electric hair phenomenon. Similarly, fine hair will tend to be more sensitive to this phenomenon since it lifts more easily.

How to get rid of electric hair?

Many people can relate to the frustration of having unruly electric hair. This is a common problem, especially in winter when the air is dry. Fortunately, there are tricks to get rid of electric hair.

Use the right products

To fight electric hair, the choice of hair products is the most important step. It is not necessary to turn to products specially designed to combat the phenomenon. It is especially necessary to opt for moisturizing or repairing hair care. Indeed, dehydrated or damaged hair is more likely to become electric.

Choose mild shampoos , without sulphates and parabens and enriched with Aloe vera or keratin. The Aloe vera shampoo allows, thanks to the different properties of the plant, to deeply hydrate the hair fiber and to fight against hair dryness. Similarly, keratin hair care helps strengthen the protein that mainly makes up the hair. Effective for damaged hair, these keratin treatments repair the damaged hair fibre. Thus, the hair is less likely to be electric.

• Choose moisturizing hair care to hydrate dry hair or repair products for damaged hair.

Wash your hair properly

Changing the way you style your hair can get rid of electric hair. Indeed, certain styling habits make your hair more likely to suffer from this phenomenon. So, when washing your hair, make sure to always use lukewarm water . Indeed, hot water dehydrates your hair and makes it more prone to the formation of electrostatic charges.

Likewise, be sure to space out the washes and apply the shampoo to the scalp using circular movements. Do not apply it on the lengths and above all, be delicate and banish vigorous friction which attacks your hair.

• Spacing the washes, not rubbing your scalp or using lukewarm water rather than hot water, are all the more effective for not having electric hair.

Use the right accessories

Choosing the right hair accessories can make all the difference when you do your hair in the morning. Indeed, some products are specially designed to reduce electrical hair while others reduce differences in electrical charges. Here are the accessories to choose from so that you no longer have electric hair every morning:

• Natural bristle brushes : Combs and brushes for natural hair, especially boar bristles, are an ideal solution for people with difficult-to-manage hair. Not only do they help reduce friction between the hairs, but they can also prevent the build-up of electrostatic charges.
• Ionizing brushes and hair dryers : these accessories are made with materials capable of generating negative ions. These negative ions reduce the friction between the hairs and therefore reduce the formation of electric hair. Ionizing brushes and hair dryers neutralize electrostatic charges built up during styling or drying for smooth, silky hair.
• Cotton accessories : Choose cotton accessories such as rubber bands, headbands, hats or scarves. Cotton can help reduce friction between the hair and therefore static electricity.
• Wide-toothed combs : these combs easily separate the strands of hair to reduce friction and thus the electric hair phenomenon.

Humidify your hands and the indoor air

Hydration is the key to fighting electric static hair. When the air is dry and the temperature changes drastically, such as from outdoors to indoors, it can cause static electricity to build up in your hair. But a few drops of water can do wonders by instantly discharging any electrical charge present. A light brushing with damp fingers just before styling your hair can do the trick; this evens out the strands and makes them smoother, without the problem of static electricity. In the event of a drastic change in temperature, it is advisable to wait a few minutes after applying humidity before attempting to style your hair for optimal results.

Similarly, the phenomenon of electric hair will occur more easily when the surrounding air is dry. The drier the air, the more electrically charged objects become. To combat this, opt for an air humidifier in the main rooms. Another less expensive solution is to place a bowl of water near the radiators.

• Run your wet hands through the hair to reduce the phenomenon.

How to avoid electric hair?

By adopting a few simple habits to put in place, you can simply avoid the electric hair phenomenon. Here is a list of practices when you don't know what to do to avoid electric hair.

Moisturize your hair regularly

To avoid the electric hair phenomenon, the main solution is to moisturize your hair on a regular basis. Dry, damaged hair is more prone to electrification due to increased friction between strands. It is therefore essential to take care of your hair with a conditioner and natural oils that nourish and moisturize it. Moisturizing your hair regularly helps prevent the phenomenon of electric hair.

• Find out how to moisturize your hair 

Avoid wearing synthetic clothes

One of the most important tips for taking care of your hair is to avoid styling it when wearing synthetic materials, such as nylon and polyester. This type of fabric creates friction on the hair , which can lead to electrical charges and cause breakage. To reduce the phenomenon of electric hair, avoid clothing, but also hats or scarves made of synthetic textiles.

To give yourself every chance of having healthy and happy hair, opt for clothes made of natural materials such as cotton, silk or wool. These fabrics are kinder to your hair and reduce flyaways and tangles. Also, stop drying your clothes in the dryer or stop the drying cycle when the clothes are still a little damp.

With proper protection of these natural fabrics, you can keep your hair looking its best and avoid the potential damage that synthetic materials can cause.

Do not sleep with wet hair

It can be tempting to go to bed with wet hair, especially when you're pressed for time. However, if you do it regularly, it can have unpleasant consequences. When you sleep with wet hair, it can tangle and pull on the pillowcase, causing electrical charges . It can damage your hair cuticle and cause electric hair phenomenon. To maintain healthy hair and avoid any potential problems, it's best to make sure your hair is completely dry before going to bed. Thus, hair dried with a microfiber towel or in the open air is known to be more beautiful in the morning!

• Sleeping with wet hair causes tugging and tangles easily, which creates an electric charge. When you wake up, your hair will inevitably be electric.

Avoid using the hair dryer

When you use a hair dryer at high temperatures, the heat and friction it produces between the hair dryer and your hair can lead to electrical charges that weaken the strands. It will be impossible to style your hair afterwards without having many hairs in the air. It is best to avoid this type of damage and use a hair dryer on a moderate setting or let your hair air dry if possible.

• If you cannot avoid its use, opt for an ionizing hair dryer which, thanks to negative ions, does not produce static electricity.

Trim your hair ends regularly

Regularly trimming the ends of the hair is an important step in having healthy, well-groomed hair. Split ends can form when the protective layer of the hair shaft is damaged or worn out. These split ends can cause friction between strands, resulting in electrical charges that give your hair an unattractive crimp. Also, regular haircuts will help you get rid of existing damaged or split ends to keep your hair silky and manageable. Additionally, if left untreated, split ends can continue to move down the length of your hair, causing fatigue and breakage.

• To avoid having electric hair, you regularly cut your hair ends and avoid degraded cuts.

Why do I have electric hair in winter?

Have you noticed that your hair is essentially electric in the winter? This is due to many different factors:

• Drier air in winter. Indeed, the air is drier in winter and the wind more frequent and colder. This dehydrates your hair and makes it more likely to become electric.
• The more frequent use of heaters which contributes to drying out the ambient air and therefore to the phenomenon of electric hair.
• Wearing hats and scarves . Wearing these accessories can cause a lot of chafing and thus friction between the hair. This increases the electrostatic charge accumulated in your hair, like a rubber balloon rubbed on your hair.