Hot, hazy, and humid weather can do a number on your hair. Frizz happens when the cuticle of the hair lifts up. This is the hair strand’s outer layer, like scales on a fish that lap over each other. If your cuticles are undamaged, your hair will be shiny and frizz-free.

Of course, hair can be naturally frizzy; it’s not always weather-dependent. If your hair is curled, coiled, or wavy, it tends to be dryer and more prone to frizz. Gray hair, which has more layers of cuticle than pigmented hair, also tends to frizz more readily. And despite the association with summer, frizz can sprout up at any point, whether your hair is damaged, curly, or prone to dryness.

So, you have frizzy hair. Now what? Anything that smooths the hair’s cuticle can help control frizz, whether it be products, shorter hairstyles, or changes to your hair routine. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution to frizz. Just like skincare, the right regimen is unique to every person. Here’s a rundown of some products and tricks to help combat frizz.

First, blow drying. You can cut down on frizz by blow drying and/or flat ironing your hair. The heat will help close the cuticle, but first, be sure to prep hair with a heat protectant, like Kenra Professional Silkening Heat Crème from Ulta or Mizani Heat Screen Hair Protectant Spray from Sephora. Also, consider extending the time between washes. Shampoos slightly open and swell the cuticle, while conditioner closes it down and smooths it. Rinse with cold water to help seal the cuticle.

Next, products.

You’ll want to seek out sprays, serums, and even shampoos with nourishing ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, argan oil, and jojoba oil. Many formulas are also silicone-based; however, you might want to avoid silicones like dimethicone if you have wavy or curly hair because they can cause buildup on textured hair. Hydrolyzed keratin is also a good ingredient, especially if you have heat or chemical damage.

John Frieda’s Frizz Ease Styling Spray is a standout product for most hair types. Made with rosehip oil, panthenol, and glycerin, this spray gives hair a manageable slip and smoothness without a discernible crunch. You can apply it to damp hair to help define curls or to dry hair to reshape. Another great spray is Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural spray, this formula uses polymers to create an undetectable, weightless layer over hair to block frizz-causing humidity. Apply after shampooing and before blow drying. It’s activated by heat, so this works best with blowouts.

An anti-frizz stalwart that’s been on the market for over a decade is Garnier’s Sleek & Shine serum. Its updated formula pairs argan and apricot kernel oils with other smoothing agents to control frizz and lend polish for days. It’s best to start with a drop and add more as needed. For curly or textured hair, check out SheaMoisture’s Coconut and Hibiscus Curl Mousse to deliver volume and definition without the crunch of a spray. This formula is particularly moisturizing while being silicone-free.

Conditioners manage frizz, while shampoos are more likely to strip hair of moisture. That’s not the case with Living Proof’s No Frizz Shampoo. This silicone-free formula gently cleanses hair with jojoba esters to moisturize stands and resist humidity for smooth, soft, and clean locks. For styling hair, there’s Briogeo’s Farewell Frizz Blow Dry Cream. Another product designed for blowouts, this cream uses a blend of rosehip, argan, and coconut oils to offer lasting frizz control and heat protection. However, it can be a bit heavy for fine or thin hair types, so start with a pea-sized amount and allow it to dry before styling.

There are many more creams, sprays, and serums out there to control frizz; these are just a few options. Ultimately, the best way to address dry and frizzy hair is to prevent it in the first place. So, if you are currently battling frizz and some of these products and techniques help smooth things out, keep up that regimen. If you’re happy with the health of your hair, consider incorporating some anti-frizz products as a way to shore up your hair health on these particularly hot and humid days.