Why It Might Be a Good Idea to Carry a Tiny Ball of Aluminum Foil in Your Bag

Cloth Choices


Pay attention to the fibers used in your hats, scarves, and clothing. Wearing wool or synthetic fabrics can build static, while natural fabric coverings such as cotton or silk can help reduce friction and static buildup.

Why It Might Be a Good Idea to Carry a Tiny Ball of Aluminum Foil in Your Bag

Moisturize Your Scalp

Try to keep your scalp hydrated, which will reduce the static buildup at the source. You can help keep your scalp happy and static-electricity-free by utilizing a light hydrating serum or scalp oil.

Hair Oil or Serum

Add a small amount of hair oil or serum to the ends of your hair for moisture and friction reduction. Use sparingly; you don’t want your ends to be greasy.

The Aluminum Foil Trick

Please remember, it may take a few tries to find what works best for you and your methods. Some people use aluminum foil and say it helps reduce static and frizzy hair.


There is little evidence, however this is the trick. Create a small ball of aluminum foil and rub it on your hair. To create a small ball of foil, rip off about thirty inches of foil and roll it into a ball about the size of a lip-balm container. Keep it in your bag for emergencies.

Static hair is one of those everyday nuisances that’s so easily managed with the right routine. With some of the suggestions above as a part of your hair care routine, you’ll bid adieu to static hair and say hello to manageable hair.