# 22 Hairstyles To Tame Frizzy or Curly Hair - Link: https://stayathomemum.com.au/lifestyle/beauty/55-hairstyles-to-tame-frizzy-or-curly-hair/ - Published: 2026-01-03T15:02:00+11:00 - Author: Clare Whitfield Frizzy or curly hair can feel like a full-time job — especially when you’re juggling school runs, work, and about five minutes to get ready. If your hair puffs, frizzes or refuses to behave no matter what style you try, here’s the hard truth: the hairstyle isn’t the problem — the prep is. Before you scroll through the hairstyles that are great to tame curls and frizz, it’s worth getting the basics right. The right products help smooth, define and control texture before you start styling, which means every look below works better— and actually lasts longer than breakfast. ## Bad Hair Day Fixes for Curls & Frizz The right products help smooth, define and control texture before you start styling, which means every hairstyle below looks better _and actually lasts_. Frizz and unruly curls don’t usually start with styling — they start in the shower. Using the wrong shampoo (or washing too often) can strip moisture and make even the best products work overtime. **If you wash your hair most days **— whether it’s sweat, school runs, or just habit— you need a **gentle, moisturising shampoo** that cleans without leaving hair squeaky or dry. **Look for:** * Sulphate-free formulas * Added oils or glycerin * “Hydrating” or “moisture” on the label Tip: Focus shampoo on your scalp, not the lengths. Let the suds rinse through — that’s enough to clean the ends. Now, if your hair is dry, curly or frizz-prone, washing **once or twice a week** can actually improve texture. You’ll want a richer shampoo and conditioner combo that restores moisture instead of stripping it away. Then, once a week, swap your conditioner for a **deep treatment or hair mask**. This is what helps curls stay defined and frizz stay calm long-term — not just for one good day. Leave it on while you shave your legs or scroll your phone. Low effort, high payoff. **Now, for the styling essentials….** ### **A Good Leave-In Conditioner (Non-Negotiable)** If your hair frizzes the second it dries, it’s crying out for moisture. A leave- in conditioner softens curls, reduces flyaways and makes styling faster — especially if you don’t wash your hair every day. If you’re going to get one thing out of all these, get a good leave in conditioner and half the bottle has been won! **Our picks:** * [HASK Curl Care Moisturizing Defining Cream 198mL](https://t.cfjump.com/10534/t/87106?Url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.priceline.com.au%2fproduct%2f63410%2fhask-curl-care-moisturizing-defining-cream-198ml) * [HAIR RESQ Thickening + 5 In 1 Miracle Leave In Conditioner 147mL](https://t.cfjump.com/10534/t/87106?Url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.priceline.com.au%2fproduct%2f91587%2fhair-resq-thickening-5-in-1-miracle-leave-in-conditioner-147ml) * [Toni & Guy Leave In Conditioner 100mL](https://t.cfjump.com/10534/t/87106?Url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.priceline.com.au%2fproduct%2f575977%2ftoni-guy-leave-in-conditioner-100ml) ### **An Anti-Frizz Serum for Smooth Styles** Sleek buns, ponytails and half-up styles need a little backup. A lightweight serum helps smooth flyaways and add shine without making hair greasy or flat. ### **A Light Hold Gel (Only If Needed)** If your curls drop by lunchtime or frizz takes over by school pickup, a light gel can help lock things in. The goal is hold — **not helmet hair** — so a little goes a long way. ## Hairstyles To Tame Frizzy or Curly Hair **1.  With a little help from a hairband, you can part and twist your hair three ways and achieve this sophisticated hairstyle!** [⌊Easy updo for curly hair⌉⌊Easy updo for curly hair⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/3a22a30307677cbc62ce7e2e40ed8502.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) via mujerde10.com **2. You may think it’s hard to tame curly locks..** If you need to make a quick [grocery run](https://stayathomemum.com.au/recipes/20-ridiculously-healthy-foods/), you can just grab a cute hanky or even a scarf and turn it into a fashionable hair tie. High or low ponytail and you’re good to go! [⌊Beautiful curly hair with a colourful headband for a stylish look⌉⌊Beautiful curly hair with a colourful headband for a stylish look⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/58e9a8f58f534293114b0de7c0f621df.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via mychicobsession.com](https://www.mychicobsession.com/hair-accessories/) **3. Half buns are in!** Half messy buns especially. So if you have curly hair, show off that amazing mane at the same time keep it tidy with a half bun. [⌊Woman and child shopping for groceries learning to audit grocery bills efficiently⌉⌊Woman and child shopping for groceries learning to audit grocery bills efficiently⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/6f595b67a7ad7c34d3ef020d22d0ca35.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via manouvellemode.com](http://manouvellemode.com/2016/08/05/3-easy-back-to-school-hairstyles/) **4. Another hairstyle to tame frizzy or curly hair is…….. good ol’ [braids](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/hair/braids-buns-and-other-ways-to-deal-with-awkward-stage-hair/)!** Braids usually look better if your hair has volume, so your curly hair would go perfectly with a braid. Look up videos online for tutorials on how to braid your hair. Add a little sass by getting creative with the hair tie at the bottom! [⌊Braided hairstyle with a colourful scarf tied at the end perfect for managing frizzy or curly hair⌉⌊Braided hairstyle with a colourful scarf tied at the end perfect for managing frizzy or curly hair⌉[ [via pinterest.ph](https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/685250899543583931/) **5. If you don’t know this yet, hairbands work like magic!** You don’t even need the help of a hairstylist to achieve a red carpet hairdo. Curly locks add texture to this modern version of the chignon. [⌊Woman with a laptop sitting on a blue sofa credit score infographic on the wall⌉⌊Woman with a laptop sitting on a blue sofa credit score infographic on the wall⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/679ecee63b5adb0af62ce61f205d1536.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via projectinspired.com](https://www.projectinspired.com/15-gorgeous-hairstyle-ideas-that-will-slay-your-prom) **6. Want to look cute and chic? Tame your frizzy or curly hair with front row braids!** This would look so good on selfies! [⌊Beautiful curly hairstyle with a braided headband for a stylish look⌉⌊Beautiful curly hairstyle with a braided headband for a stylish look⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/de476ae7250c2a8ed43b646adf973a24.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via hairromance.com](https://www.hairromance.com/2016/04/30-curly-hairstyles-30-days-day-27.html) **7. Make [hairpins](https://stayathomemum.com.au/bodyandsoul/hair/15-ways-to-store-bobby-pins-and-hair-ties/) your bff to tame your frizzy or curly hair!** Take parts of your hair and pin it at the back for a relaxed low bun. [⌊Easy 6 step hairstyle to tame frizzy or curly hair for a polished look⌉⌊Easy 6 step hairstyle to tame frizzy or curly hair for a polished look⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/6357525b05e96096cf587a9c7a409f52.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via itsyourhairstyle.com](https://itsyourhairstyle.com/easy/easy-hairstyles-formal-summer/) **8. Braids are perfect to tame curly or frizzy hair.** Look up all the styles and learn to do it yourself! This one is combing a half pony tail braid and a full low ponytail braid. There are no rules in braiding your hair! [⌊Quick hairstyle to tame frizz and enhance curls for a polished look⌉⌊Quick hairstyle to tame frizz and enhance curls for a polished look⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/09a5540ffdb1d38068ce0300a4289a24.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via en.bafbouf.com](https://en.bafbouf.com/25-super-hairstyles-step-by-step-for-lazy-girls/) **9. Put those hairpins to good use and level it up with a triple twisted bun!** [⌊Updo hairstyle for curly hair perfect for taming frizz and creating a stylish look Easy to do for⌉⌊Updo hairstyle for curly hair perfect for taming frizz and creating a stylish look Easy to do for⌉[ [via hairstraightenerbeauty.com](https://hairstraightenerbeauty.com/hairstyles-for-short-curly-hair-2016/) **10. Dutch braids look hard to do but all it takes is practice.** This simple updo with a half front row Dutch braid is perfect for a hot, summer day. A [cute vanity mirror](https://t.cfjump.com/10534/t/87838?Url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.advwin.com.au%2fproducts%2fadvwin-dressing-table-stool-set-glass-tabletop-130402011-130402021%3f_pos%3d1%26_sid%3d15bb20664%26_ss%3dr) would make the process easier and more enjoyable. [⌊Woman creating a braided hairstyle for curly hair demonstrating styling techniques⌉⌊Woman creating a braided hairstyle for curly hair demonstrating styling techniques⌉ ](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/08e31c61f8b5df73a02ae471dd98720e.jpg?quality=89&ssl=1) [via en.bafbouf.com](https://en.bafbouf.com/29-lovely-hairstyles-for-long-hair-step-by-step/) **11. Arm yourself with your trusted hairpins and work it! Simply take your hair in parts, twist it and pin it!** > You can actually make a tiktok video out of this hair [⌊Elegant twist and pin hairstyle for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a chic manageable look⌉⌊Elegant twist and pin hairstyle for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a chic manageable look⌉[ [via buzzfeed.com](https://www.buzzfeed.com/maitlandquitmeyer/none-of-your-frizzness?utm_term=.euX8Z0oDbg#.lbGV7BP3Ml) **12. There’s a reason why the scrunchie is THE scrunchie.** There’s so much you can do with it! Let’s start off with this simple scrunchie trick. Instead of tying your hair from the back, do it the opposite way and pull your head back after, viola! Ready for a woke up like this selfie! [⌊Beautiful pineapple hairstyle ideas for frizzy or curly hair Easy tips to tame and style your curls⌉⌊Beautiful pineapple hairstyle ideas for frizzy or curly hair Easy tips to tame and style your curls⌉[ [via prettydesigns.com](http://www.prettydesigns.com/15-incredible-hairstyle-tutorials-curly-hair/) **13. If you’re getting ready for an interview or a formal event and you have to tame your curly and frizzy hair, this is your go-to.** A simple top knot won’t let your curly and frizzy hair get in the way. [⌊Easy curly topknot hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉⌊Easy curly topknot hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉[ [via goodhousekeeping.com](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/beauty/hair/a39259/curly-hair-tips-and-hairstyles/?zoomable) **14. Choose the braid of your liking and start braiding your hair from top to bottom, carefully pin them right at the nape of your neck for that effortless curly braided updo.** [⌊Elegant curly hair updo for frizzy or curly hair styles⌉⌊Elegant curly hair updo for frizzy or curly hair styles⌉ ](https://www.hairromance.com/2015/04/curly-hairstyle-tutorial-tips-for-braiding-curly-hair.html) [via hairromance.com](https://www.hairromance.com/2015/04/curly-hairstyle-tutorial-tips-for-braiding-curly-hair.html) **15. This might just be the hairstyle to tame your curly and frizzy locks and make you look younger at the same time!** Part your hair in the middle and start Dutch braiding both sides! [⌊Elegant dutch siste braid hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉⌊Elegant dutch siste braid hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉ ](http://jessicaautumn.com/easy-and-cute-hair-tutorials/) [via jessicaautumn.com](http://jessicaautumn.com/easy-and-cute-hair-tutorials/) ### **16. Feeling a bit fancy?** Grab a hairspray and fancy it up with a boho-chic faux braid. [⌊Elegant boho chic faux braid for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a stylish effortless look⌉⌊Elegant boho chic faux braid for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a stylish effortless look⌉[ via adaras.se **17. Know anyone famous who sports this look?** Ariana Grande! Now, you can too! [⌊Step by step guide to creating a half up high ponytail for curly or frizzy hair⌉⌊ Step by step guide to creating a half up high ponytail for curly or frizzy hair⌉[ [via pinterest.ph](https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/342344009168949788/) **18. You can never go wrong with a ponytail!** Go for fuller and longer! [⌊Versatile ponytail styles for curly or frizzy hair perfect for quick stylish looks⌉⌊Versatile ponytail styles for curly or frizzy hair perfect for quick stylish looks⌉ ](http://www.gurl.com/2017/06/06/tips-tricks-how-to-get-volume-in-your-hair/) [via gurl.com](http://www.gurl.com/2017/06/06/tips-tricks-how-to-get-volume-in-your-hair/) **19. Also, you can be playful with your ponytails!** Here’s how you do a braid-wrapped bubble ponytail to tame your curly and frizzy hair. [⌊Simple braid with bubble ponytail hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉⌊Simple braid with bubble ponytail hairstyle for frizzy or curly hair⌉[ [via pinterest.ph](https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/158963061826734710/) **20. Want to look like a medieval lady? Tame your curly and frizzy locks with this hairstyle.** Part your hair in the middle and start braiding the top for a messy braided crown. [⌊Elegant messy braided crown hairstyle for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a casual or special occa⌉⌊Elegant messy braided crown hairstyle for curly or frizzy hair Perfect for a casual or special occa⌉[ [via thegoddess.com](https://www.thegoddess.com/festival-hair-tutorials/) **21. There are absolutely wonderful things you can do with a scarf!** Use a scarf on your hair for added twist to your plait! [⌊Woman with styled curly and frizzy hair demonstrating hair styling tips for frizz and curls⌉⌊Woman with styled curly and frizzy hair demonstrating hair styling tips for frizz and curls⌉[ [via beauxoxo.com](https://www.beauxoxo.com/collections/hair-scarves) **22. Ever wanted to feel like a French lady in the 60’s?** You can pull it off with a simple chignon! Expose your neck a bit for the effortlessly sexy look! [⌊Beautiful curly bun updo perfect for managing frizz and enhancing natural curls⌉⌊ Beautiful curly bun updo perfect for managing frizz and enhancing natural curls⌉[ [via bloglovin.com](https://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/hair-romance-3888409/curly-hair-tutorial-easy-twisted-bun-hairstyle-4237605092) --- If there’s one thing to take away from all this, it’s that manageable hair isn’t about perfection — it’s about having a few reliable fixes up your sleeve. The right prep and a style that works with your texture (not against it) can turn a chaotic hair day into something you don’t have to think about again until bedtime. You don’t need to try every product or master every hairstyle here. Start with one or two that suit your hair and your routine, and build from there. Real life is busy enough — your hair doesn’t need to make it harder. Have a good hair day! ![author avatar](https://i0.wp.com/stayathomemum.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/ 12/clare_whitfield_profile.webp?quality=80&ssl=1) Clare Whitfield Chief Editor Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work. [See Full Bio](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/) [ ](https://stayathomemum.com.au/author/clare_whitfield/)