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Static electricity occurs when 2 objects have different electrical charges. When objects are rubbed together, the electrons from 1 object are transferred to the other, causing them to take on a positive or negative charge. Positively charged objects repel each other, so when your hair stands on end, that is due to a net positive electrical charge due to the electrons being transferred to another object, usually a hat or hairbrush. Use these steps to avoid static electricity in your hair.



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    Use a hydrating shampoo. Switch to a shampoo product with extra moisturizer included. Static electricity can have more of an impact on your hair in the winter because of hats, so if you normally have moisturized hair, you should still change to a hydrating shampoo during the cold, dry months.
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    Apply a hot oil treatment. Use a special conditioning oil treatment once a week to maintain moisture in your hair. Follow the instructions on the box when applying a hot oil treatment.
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    Work in a leave-in conditioner. Add a leave-in conditioner to your regular hair washing routine. Perform your regular shampooing and conditioning regimen, but work in a leave-in conditioner after you rinse off in the shower. This will help your hair's moisture remain throughout the day.
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    Consider using a mousse product. Weigh down your hair with styling products. Static electricity is attracted to dry, light hair. When your hair comes into contact with the dry, electrically charged winter air, the weight of the product in your hair will shield you from the negative effects.
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    Mist your hairbrush with hairspray before brushing. Spray 1 to 2 times with hairspray prior to running the brush through your hair. Brush your hair from the roots to the ends.
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    Allow the air to dry your hair. Air-drying hair locks in moisturizing agents. Using a blow dryer every time you need to dry your hair makes it vulnerable to static.
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    Pat your dry hair with a dryer sheet. Take a used dryer sheet and unfold it so it is flat. Rub the sheet slowly over your hair from your roots to your ends. This step should be performed before styling your hair, but it can also be employed during a static attack to calm the hair.
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    Run a metal clothes hanger across your dry hair. Absorb electrical currents in your hair by rubbing a metal hanger over your hair. Hold the hanger so it is touching your head and move it slowly downward. Make sure you contact every part of your hair.
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    Spray the top of your head with water after your hair is dry. Give your hair a quick misting of water to pacify static tendencies. Use a spray bottle to coat the top of your head lightly with water.

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  • Use a hairbrush that is made of a material other than plastic. Plastic increases the electrical charges in your hair.
  • Place a humidifier in your home. Create a moist environment through use of a humidifier. You can't remove the dryness from outside, but you can keep your home at a level of humidity that thwarts static electricity.
  • If you have to use a blow dryer, consider using an ionic ceramic dryer. These types of blow dryers can help eliminate static in your hair.


  • Avoid showering and shampooing your hair more than once a day. Over-washing will dry out your hair, making it more susceptible to electrical charges.

Things You'll Need

  • Moisturizing shampoo
  • Leave-in conditioner
  • Hot oil treatment
  • Mousse
  • Non-plastic hairbrush
  • Hairspray
  • Dryer sheet
  • Metal clothes hanger
  • Spray bottle
  • Humidifier
  • Ionic ceramic hair dryer (optional)

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Categories: Hair Remedies

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Español: Cómo prevenir la electricidad estática en tu cabello, Português: Como Evitar Eletricidade Estática no Cabelo, Italiano: Come Prevenire l'Elettricità Statica nei Capelli, Русский: предотвратить статическое электричество в ваших волосах

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