Works For Me: Static Guard

I have a head of very fine, straight, thick hair--the perfect recipe for some nasty static.  As a result, when I blow-dry my hair (as I do most days, or at least the ones where personal hygiene manages an appearance toward the top of my to-do list), I end up looking much like a troll doll.

Now, I am a Southern woman who is also a child of the '80's, and as such, I have a very special place in my heart for big hair.  But not troll big.

And so my life was forever changed a few years ago when I learned that spraying a spritz of Static Guard on your hairbrush gets rid of that nasty fly-away hair.  And it even smells really good. 

When they invent a spray that gets rid of 20 pounds, I'll be sure to let you know.

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Comments

[Jill]

Good trick, thanks for the tip!

[Diatribal]

That is a wonderful trick. I use it all the time in the winter!

(Sorry about the double entry. I'm a sleepy gal this evening.)

[Brandy of The Building Brows]

Spritzing your brush or hair with water also works, without the chemicals. A spray bottle filled with water to mist your hair between hairbrushing will keep fly-aways at bay during the day, especially in dry months. Or if out, wet your hands and pat your hair. Instant de-frizz. :)

[Mandy]

I had heard about Static Guard before, but totally forgot about it! Thank you so much for the reminder.

[Karen@FamilyBriefs]

Thanks for the tip - can't wait to try it out this winter :) Yes, please keep us all posted on the spray that will rid us of the extra 20 pounds we keep around!

[Amy]

Be sure to keep Static Guard, Scotch Guard, etc. where your kids can't get them. These substances (and virtually anything that has a warning about "deliberately concentrating and inhaling can be hazardous"...) are the sorts of things that kids "huff" (or inhale to get high).

I love WFMW!!! Thanks for doing this!!

[Amy]

Be sure to keep Static Guard, Scotch Guard, etc. where your kids can't get them. These substances (and virtually anything that has a warning about "deliberately concentrating and inhaling can be hazardous"...) are the sorts of things that kids "huff" (or inhale to get high).

I love WFMW!!! Thanks for doing this!!

[The Preacher's Wife]

Now there's one I never heard of before..Thanks! :)

[Michelle]

Yes, a product like spray-away would be wonderful. I'd buy it. Especially with all the pizza I've been eating lately.

[Rebecca]

That is a fabulous idea! Especially in the winter.

[Faerylandmom]

Hmmm. I don't have a problem with staticky hair. Mine's just frizzy. Still, this trick may be worth a shot.

My tip has to do with feetsies.

[Amy Jane]

Thanks for WFMW! So much fun!

[Corrie]

That makes a lot of sense, I've just used water or hairspray before and it kind of undoes the work of the blowdryer.

[Every Chapter]

Yea! I'm so excited that I can add something now! I just posted my blog and I'm new to this so I hope it works and I am very excited to be joining these wonderful masses.

[At A Hen's Pace]

Shannon,

De-lurking to say: I remember when you started WFMW, and I'm finally joining in!

Thanks for faithfully hosting it!

Jeanne

[Mummymac]

Thanks for the tip.

Missed you last week

[whymommy]

Cool idea! Wish I could use it ... now, do you have any tips for taking care of a chemo-bald head? :-)

Yes, that's my attempt at using humor to break bad news.

Your WFMW tip community roundup has been part of my blogging week since I started blogging, and I felt remiss not telling you (all) my news last week in some fashion.

I have just been diagnosed with cancer. I start chemo tomorrow. Would appreciate prayers....

[Mary@notbefore7]

I love WFMW - what a great idea you had! This is just right up my alley, of course, I spend way too much time exploring them all!

[stephanie]

HAHAHA - 20 pounds! For sure, share that one when you find it. :)

Great tip, thanks for hosting this!

[Megan (FriedOkra)]

I'd heard of rubbing dryer sheets on your head, but the Static Guard on the brush sounds way healthier for hair. Good idea!

[Everyday Mommy]

"not troll big" - Thanks for the morning giggle. I needed it this morning.

[dcrmom]

Great tip! I have very THIN, straight, flyaway hair. And it drives me NUTS in these cold, dry PA winters.

[Amy]

Thanks! I love to read all the WFMW.

[Fafa]

What?!?!?! Static Guard?!?! I can't WAIT to try it...you have been holding out on me with that one!!!
LY,
M

[robin]

Haven't done a WFMW in a long time, but I'm up and going today!

[Girl Gone Wild]

Sorry about the double entry thing...I hate when I do that...don't you?!?! ;-)

[ellen b]

I think it's time for some of that static guard. Probably works a whole lot better than deet!

[liz- Monkeykisses]

Hahahaha.. too funny coming from hairdresser.. I would have probably recommended something more expensive.. but hey if it works right!!!

[Heather L.]

I have long, fine, pin-straight hair. I use Static guard religiously in the winter. Great tip!

[Karen]

I have used it on my hairbrush before, but only because of the static...nice to know it could help with flyaways too!

[mcewen]

Great for GB but I don't need it any more now that we're in California - lucky us.
Cheers

[Gayle]

OK, that is just pure genious!!! I'm going to find out if it will work on my frizzy curly hair too!

[Sarah (Short Stop)]

Hi, Shannon!

After months of browsing, I'm finally participating in my first one! Thanks for hosting...these ideas are so fun and helpful!

[JensRambles]

LOL I accidentally posted this link on an older post of yours. OOPS!

I love all of these fabulous tips!

Unfortunately...I doubt that static guard will help my hair problem. Mine is about to my knees and very easy to get knotted up! I need a remedy for THAT! WD40 maybe? LOL

[Amy]

If you run out of Static Guard, you can always run a dryer sheet across the top of your hair... it works! Plus, you get the added bonus of a lovely scent.

[summershine]

Thanks for the tip!

[Stacey]

I love this idea and remember being so happy when I heard about it! Yeah, be sure to keep us updated on that 20 pound weight loss spray :-)

[Maine Mom]

Thanks for the tip!

[Katie]

Thanks for the tip; my daughter can use it.

[mom2fur]

Static Guard? Get outta town! My own hair is pretty thick with a natural, slight wave to it...but it's always poofing on me and getting those little fly-aways. I think I'm going to give this a try, LOL! (I just hope it doesn't react with my Excellence by L'Oreal and turn my hair purple!)

[Christine]

Great tip! Thanks...

[Shelly]

I will have to try this!

[Kim]

I use Bounce dryer sheets and rub it over my hair or staticy clothes. It works great and is super cheap since you can re-use the sheets.

[Tooz]

Hey, any clue where the list of folks who are contributing to Works went? Earlier today when I checked, I knew there were over 140 listings, but now there are none!

[Kasi @ Reynolds Rap]

I'm late getting here today, I can't find the other contributing WFMW links either.

[Scratchin' the Surface]

I used to use it to spray up under my skirt, so it wouldnt stick to my pantyhose (oh so dating myself here) before I headed out the door to work. Still it never occurred to me to use it on my head - great tip!