I have fine hair that varies between being curly and straight, depending on the strand. Some sections form beautiful ringlets, while others remain completely straight, and the rest often resorts to frizz whenever it can.
Due to its fine texture, many products tend to be ineffective for me. When I try to manage the frizz with serums or elixirs, I must be cautious. Otherwise, my hair can quickly become overloaded, appearing weighed down and greasy. Furthermore, my hair is quite fragile. Ever since puberty, my ends have resembled straw if I apply too much heat or expose them to the sun without protection. Blow-drying or curling too often leads to rapid damage. I need to trim and condition frequently, but the conditioner must be lightweight for it to be effective.
I often envy those who can just wash and go. My hair, without a little help and some smoothing while drying, tends to dry in an unfortunate traffic cone shape, resembling a Brillo pad. Anyone with frizzy hair understands the struggle; it demands constant attention and care.
So when my daughter shared a TikTok trick about applying hyaluronic acid to hair overnight to combat damage, I was eager to try it. Hyaluronic acid works wonders for my skin, so I thought it might do the same for my hair. Initially, I feared it might weigh my hair down or leave it looking greasy, but then I remembered how well it absorbs into my skin without any oily residue.
A reliable test for my hair is to grab a clump a few inches from the ends; it typically stands straight out like straw. If, after a few nights of using hyaluronic acid, my ends are able to relax instead of looking stiff and petrified, I’ll know it’s working.
I already had hyaluronic acid for my face, so instead of purchasing a new product or searching for a hair-specific one, I used a bit more during my nighttime routine. After applying it to my face post-wash, I ran the excess through the lower half of my hair. By the time I laid down, it had completely absorbed, leaving no mess on my pillowcase.
Here are my observations:
- My hair felt significantly thicker at the ends. Previously, they appeared thin and damaged, but now they looked fuller and stronger.
- After a few nights, my hair felt incredibly soft without any greasy residue. Surprisingly, I didn’t feel the need to wash my hair more frequently.
- The key is to apply enough hyaluronic acid to make a difference without saturating your hair. Start with a small amount and adjust based on your hair’s needs. If your hair can handle it, you might be able to apply it higher up, but avoid the scalp unless you plan to wash your hair soon.
In the past, I’d notice tiny broken hairs on my bathroom floor after blow-drying. After two weeks of using hyaluronic acid, I’ve seen a significant reduction in those pesky strands. Initially, I thought it might just be a coincidence, but my white floors and sink tell a different story.
My hair feels fantastic now. The ends no longer feel dry, even after styling with a flat iron or curling. While some hyaluronic acid serums can be pricey, I’ve tested numerous expensive treatments to manage my frizz, and this has yielded the best results. Those with fine hair hardly need much, and with hyaluronic acid becoming more mainstream, you can find affordable options, like this one from The Inkey List or this one from The Ordinary.
For those with thicker hair, you may need to use more, but I believe you’ll find it worthwhile. Plus, it simplifies your routine by allowing you to reduce the number of products you use. I still enjoy doing a hair mask weekly, but now, instead of just having healthy-looking hair on mask day, the effects last all week.
I also color my hair religiously every four weeks due to my gray, and this treatment hasn’t affected my color at all.
The image below shows my hair after three weeks of nightly hyaluronic acid applications. It passed the “ends test” and fell beautifully rather than sticking straight out like dry wheat.
If you already use hyaluronic acid for your face, I encourage you to apply some to your hair tonight. It takes just a moment and you might see results as quickly as I did. I noticed the most significant change after a week, so give it a chance.
If there’s a product that can serve both my face and hair with such impressive results, I’m all in. After trying this, I believe you will be too.
This article was originally published on Oct. 14, 2021. For more related insights, check out this other post on home insemination.
Summary
The author shares her experience using hyaluronic acid on her dry, fine hair after discovering a TikTok trick. She describes her struggles with frizz and the challenges of finding suitable hair products. After incorporating hyaluronic acid into her nighttime routine, she noticed her hair feeling thicker, softer, and healthier, with a significant reduction in breakage. The article encourages others to try the hack, emphasizing its effectiveness and affordability.