If you've moved to Colorado from a more humid climate, you noticed it immediately — hair that behaved perfectly somewhere else suddenly puffs up, frizzes, and refuses to cooperate. And if you've lived here your whole life, you've probably just accepted it as normal. It doesn't have to be.
Colorado's dry air is the main culprit. Low humidity means moisture escapes from your hair shaft constantly, causing the cuticle to lift, swell, and scatter light unevenly — which is what creates frizz. Add high altitude UV exposure and hard water in many parts of the Front Range, and your hair is working against several factors at once.
Here's how to get it under control.
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1. Understand What's Actually Causing Your Frizz
Not all frizz comes from the same source, and the fix depends on the cause:
- Dryness frizz — the hair shaft lacks moisture, so the cuticle lifts looking for it from the air
- Damage frizz — chemical processing, heat, or breakage has disrupted the cuticle layer permanently
- Texture frizz — naturally curly or wavy hair that expands without enough definition or weight to hold the pattern
- Humidity frizz — yes, Colorado does get humid in summer monsoon season, and hair that's already dry will absorb that moisture unevenly
Most Colorado frizz is a combination of dryness and damage. Treating just one without addressing the other rarely works long-term.
2. Build Moisture Back Into Your Routine
The single most effective change you can make is adding consistent hydration. In Colorado's climate, this means:
- Swap your shampoo for a sulfate-free, moisturizing formula that cleans without stripping natural oils
- Use a conditioner every wash — don't skip it on "quick" wash days
- Add a weekly deep conditioning mask to restore softness and elasticity
- Apply a leave-in conditioner or cream while hair is still damp, before any heat styling
Think of hydration as maintenance, not a one-time fix. In a dry climate, your hair needs ongoing moisture input just to stay neutral.
3. Use a Keratin Treatment for Lasting Smoothness
If your frizz is persistent regardless of what products you use, a professional keratin treatment is the most effective solution we offer. Keratin works by:
- Infusing protein into the hair shaft to smooth the cuticle from the inside
- Creating a protective layer that resists humidity and environmental dryness
- Reducing blow-dry time and making daily styling significantly easier
Results typically last 3 to 5 months, and many clients notice their hair is easier to manage throughout that entire window — not just in the days right after the appointment. It's one of the most popular services at our salon specifically because Colorado conditions make it so effective.
4. Be Strategic With Heat Tools
Heat styling over dry, frizz-prone hair can make things worse if done wrong. A few adjustments that help:
- Always use a heat protectant before any blow-dryer, flat iron, or curling iron contact
- Blow-dry on medium heat with a concentrator nozzle — aim the airflow down the hair shaft, not at it from the side
- Finish with cool air to seal the cuticle after styling
- Don't over-dry — hair that's 80–90% dry before you use a round brush or flat iron is more cooperative than bone-dry hair
If you want a smooth blowout but aren't sure about technique, a styling appointment is a good way to learn your hair's specific behavior and the right tools for it.
5. Get a Haircut That Works With Your Texture
The shape of your haircut has a bigger impact on frizz than most people expect. Some cuts make frizz worse:
- Too many short layers on fine or wavy hair creates uneven drying and flyaways
- Blunt weight lines on thick hair can cause it to push outward instead of falling down
- Cuts designed for straight hair on naturally wavy hair fight the natural pattern and lose every time
A good consultation takes your texture into account before any scissors touch your hair. If your current cut is making frizz harder to manage, it may be worth booking a consultation to reassess the shape. You can also read more about choosing the right cut in our guide to face shape and personal style.
6. Protect Color-Treated Hair Specifically
Color-treated hair is more porous, which makes it absorb and release moisture faster — and that's exactly what drives frizz. If you color your hair or get highlights, add these steps:
- Use color-safe, moisturizing shampoo and conditioner exclusively
- Schedule a deep conditioning treatment every few appointments to restore protein and moisture balance
- Ask your stylist about a gloss or toner refresh, which adds a protective coating that also smooths the cuticle
Keeping color in good condition and keeping frizz under control are the same problem — healthy hair structure.
7. Adjust Your Routine Seasonally
Colorado's climate swings between extremes. Your hair care routine should shift with it:
- Winter: Extremely dry indoor air and cold outdoor temps require maximum moisture. Add a hair oil or serum on top of your leave-in.
- Spring: Wind increases static and tangles. A lightweight anti-frizz cream adds slip and reduces breakage from brushing.
- Summer monsoon season: This is when humidity actually becomes a factor. A humidity-blocking finishing spray helps lock your style in before heading outside.
- Fall: Transition your products back toward heavier moisture as the air dries out again.
One routine year-round usually isn't enough in a climate with this much variation.
Ready to Tackle Frizz at the Salon?
Burman & Co is a stylish, color-focused salon offering cuts, highlights, and keratin treatments in Lone Tree, Colorado. If frizz is a consistent problem for you, we can assess what's driving it and recommend the right combination of treatment, cut, and at-home care.
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