Q&A for How to Get Rid of Flyaway Hair

Flyaways can be either broken pieces that stick out or new hairs that are growing in. They stick out from the rest of the hair creating a fuzzy effect.

Try adding a weightless oil like argan oil. You can also get static from product buildup in your hair, so you may want to try a clarifying shampoo.

Adding moisture is the best way to fix dry hair. Look for conditioners and products enriched with essential oils such as argan or coconut oil.

Hairspray may not work well on your hair if you have thick or coarse hair. Hairspray works best on fine to medium hair.

Minimize stress on your hair and add moisture. Try to avoid frequent use of heat tools or chemical procedures and give yourself a weekly deep conditioning treatment.

Unfortunately, styling products (such as hairspray) are really the only way to fix persistent flyaways.

Spray hairspray onto the flyaway hairs and then brush them down while they're still wet. Once they dry, the hairs should stay down.

Limit breakage to reduce flyaways. Brush your hair gently and avoid tight ponytails and other damaging styles.

Of course you can. That's a great idea. Baby lotion will work better than any other kind of lotion as it is generally non-greasy.

Yes, that's a great idea. You can use hair smoothing creams and lotions, or even hair oils. Avoid putting too much in, or your hair may end up looking oily.

Once a week, put coconut or almond oil in your hair and leave it overnight, then wash your hair in the morning, shampoo twice and condition once then. Let your hair dry by itself. Repeat this for four weeks.

Yes, for some people water will make the problem worse once it dries. You can try the other tips or try using an oil like argan oil, castor oil, or coconut oil.

Yes! This is a quick fix though, and if you use it too often, the hairspray will dry out your hair.

Yes! Any type of hair that frizzy can be tamed if you follow these instructions.

Some will, but some will make your hair quite static. Try to find a frizz controlling conditioner because they are very effective.

Try any leave-in conditioner.

You can put a little bit of coconut oil on a toothbrush and gently rub your hair with it. That can help keep frizz controlled in hard-to-reach spots.

Yes, Aveeno works very well on taming frizzy and flyaway hairs.

Avoid heat tools, get regular trims, and use products, like shampoo and conditioner, that treat damaged ends.

Clip bunches of them back with a clip or bobby pin, or use a hair serum for frizzy hair. John Frieda which is a great brand.

Try putting cold water on your hands and then soothing over your part with your damp hands.

No, it is more likely to cause more frizz, as it strips the hair of its natural oils and moisture.

You can get your hair chemically straightened. This can permanently straighten the hair the treatment is applied to, though you will have to repeat it eventually when new hair grows out.

Let your hair dry 90 percent of the way before you blow-dry. Too much hot air focused directly on your strands dehydrates them, making your hair frizzy — especially during the winter months when the air is less humid.

No. If you just shampoo (especially with curly hair) you are not applying enough moisture to your hair, which will make it frizzier.

Keratin oil is a good thing to have! You can buy small bottles to keep during the day, and use it for flyaways. Be careful of using too much -- you don't want greasy-looking hair!

Try buying a light keratin oil product; once the flyaways start appearing, get just a bit onto your fingertips and run it over the flyaways. This will add moisture, giving you healthier hair while fixing the issue.

Petroleum jelly will work but might make your hair look a bit greasy.

Use the same method a small above, but just on that part of your hair.

Put petroleum jelly or coconut oil on your upper forehead, and leave it for about 2-5 minutes before rinsing.