If you live in the Chicago area, you know the feeling: you leave the house with smooth, styled hair and somehow the humidity has other plans.

At Studio 104, summer frizz is one of those hair concerns we hear about constantly. And no, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing anything wrong.

Why does humidity make hair frizz?

When there’s excess moisture in the air, hair can absorb that moisture, disrupting the bonds that help maintain your style. If your hair is dry, porous, color-treated, or damaged, it may be even more susceptible. The result? Frizz, flyaways, loss of definition, and hair that seems to grow by the minute.

The solution isn’t necessarily piling on more product. It’s choosing products that give your hair the right combination of hydration, smoothing, protection, and control.

What products help with humidity and frizz?

One of our favorites is Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil Heat/UV Protective Primer. It preps and hydrates while reducing frizz and protecting against heat up to 450°F. Bumble and bumble reports that it reduces frizz by 50% all day, even in extreme humidity, compared with untreated hair.

For dry or thicker hair, Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil can be worked into damp hair or lightly smoothed over dry hair to soften, add shine, and tame frizz.

We also love Mr. Smith for creating polished, touchable styles without making hair feel overdone. Depending on your texture and styling routine, your Studio 104 stylist can recommend the right Mr. Smith product and, just as importantly, how much to use.

The biggest takeaway?

Your anti-frizz routine should be customized to your hair.

Fine hair fighting humidity needs something very different from thick, curly, dry, or heavily color-treated hair. Stop into Studio 104 in Libertyville and let us help you build a frizz-free hair routine that can actually handle a Chicago forecast.