Have you noticed your hair stirring a little differently lately? Like it’s restless. Reaching. Not quite settled in its skin. This time of year does that to us. The days are longer but still shiver-cold, the first little green bulbs are peeking up, unsure if it’s safe to stretch toward the sun, the trees haven’t quite committed to budding, and the wind carries both a promise and a bite. We're in a liminal space. We’re standing on the soft, soggy threshold between winter and spring—and our bodies feel it. Our hair feels it.
This past week, I’ve had so many of you reaching out asking what I recommend for dry, frizzy hair—and it makes sense. There’s something about this season that pulls the moisture right out of us. The wind, the indoor heat, the water that’s still just a little too hard and cold. Our strands get brittle, our curls lose their shape, and suddenly we’re staring into the mirror wondering why we’re feeling a little… frazzled. Inside and out.
So if you’ve been there lately, I want you to know you’re not alone.
Why Your Hair Is Frizzy
Your hair isn’t broken. It’s asking for more care. And not in the complicated, 10-step routine kind of way. I’m talking about deep, honest nourishment. The kind that listens, the kind that respects your texture, the kind that supports you in being your wild, whole self.
Frizz can be caused by a thousand things—moisture in the air, hard water, too much brushing, not enough moisture, or simply the way our hair grows. If your hair curls, coils, zigzags, or waves, those beautiful shapes make it harder for your natural oils to travel from root to tip. That’s not a problem to solve. It’s a pattern to honor. It just means your hair needs a little more help getting what it needs.
According to a 2021 study in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, over 70% of people notice seasonal changes in their hair—most commonly in spring and winter months when environmental stressors are highest (1). That shift can increase hair dryness, frizz, and brittleness.
Dryness and frizz are often just signs that your hair needs more support—not a total overhaul. That’s why I created the AMBER shampoo and conditioner bars.
The Best Shampoo and Conditioner Bars for Dry, Frizzy Hair
I made AMBER shampoo and conditioner bars for folks whose hair needs more than just surface-level care. Hair that needs moisture and protection and ease of manageability. They’re not just any old bars. They’re a love letter to textured, thirsty hair. A slow, plant-based ritual for anyone who’s ever felt like their hair was too much, or not enough, or just didn’t fit into the boxes beauty told us to shrink into.
Let me tell you about what makes AMBER special.
🌾 Vegan keratin, made from non-GMO soy and wheat amino acids, mirrors the protein structure of our hair. Keratin is composed of 18 different amino acids. These plant-based amino acids help repair the hair shaft, improve elasticity, and reduce breakage (2). It locks in moisture, helps reinforce and strengthen hair fibers, enhances elasticity, and makes hair look more shiny and healthy. Which is exactly what dry and frizzy hair craves.
🍃 Olive-based silicone alternative wraps each strand in a breathable, weightless veil—protecting without suffocating. It mimics the feel and performance of traditional silicones like dimethicone (which makes your hair feel super soft short-term, but can build up over time).
🌾 Hydrolyzed oat protein drinks in the moisture and doesn’t let go. It’s a water-soluble form of whole oat protein, and it’s been shown to dramatically increase moisture retention—especially in low humidity (gaining up to 50% more moisture)! It works by coating the hair shaft, reducing frizz, and smoothing flyaways (3). If your hair’s been brittle and straw-like, this is the gentle moisture it’s been waiting for.
🥦 Broccoli seed oil—it’s a stunning oil, rich in omega-9s like erucic acid and vitamins K and A. Our broccoli seed oil is upcycled from seeds that are recovered from the food industry—rescued from becoming waste—and cold-pressed into an excellent emollient. It’s been called “nature’s silicone” for a reason.
🍫 Cocoa butter, ours is organic fair-trade and sourced from South America; it coats the hair like a balm. It seals in moisture, shields from the wind, and leaves your strands soft like the petals of an early crocus. It’s high in vitamin E and antioxidants, and it forms a breathable barrier around each strand, helping to retain moisture and shield your hair from environmental stress.
Each of these ingredients was chosen not because they’re trendy—but because they work in rhythm with your natural hair texture. They understand the language of your hair.
And when you follow the AMBER routine with our Anti-Breakage Hair Serum Bar, you create a full-circle ritual. One that hydrates, strengthens, and protects—without plastic, and without harsh, drying ingredients.
The Minimalist Haircare Routine for Dry, Frizzy Hair
Let’s ditch the 10-step routines and focus on what actually helps:
✅ Cleanse gently
✅ Condition deeply
✅ Seal in moisture
✅ Protect from the elements
That’s it. You don’t need a drawer full of products—you need a few that actually work in rhythm with your hair.
Here’s what I recommend:
Step 1: Wash with AMBER Shampoo Bar
Step 2: Condition with AMBER Conditioner Bar
Step 3: Seal and strengthen with Anti-Breakage Hair Serum Bar
When used together, these three steps create a powerful, minimalist routine that’s plastic-free, gentle, and deeply nourishing.
Frizz as Liberation
Like the first buds that push through the thaw, these bars are a reminder that care can be simple. That slow is powerful. That you don’t have to fix your hair to love it—you just have to tend to it.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been struggling with dryness or frizz, I invite you to try the AMBER shampoo and conditioner bars and the Anti-Breakage Hair Serum Bar. They’re plant-based, plastic-free, and made with nourishing ingredients your hair will recognize as kin.
And if you haven’t yet, don’t forget your FREE Holistic Haircare Cheatsheet. It’s a slow ritual in PDF form—filled with holistic haircare tips, herbal wisdom, and science-backed insights to help you build a haircare rhythm that feels like home. Our hair isn’t just something we wear—it’s a living, breathing extension of ourselves. It’s how we experience the world: catching wind, soaking up sun, brushing against leaves. When it’s dry or frizzy, it’s not failing you—it’s simply asking to be heard.
So let’s listen. Let’s nourish. Let’s return to ritual.
References:
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Seasonal Changes in Hair Quality: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2021).
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“Amino Acids in Hair Care,” International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2019.
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“Effects of Hydrolyzed Oat Protein on Hair Moisture and Strength,” Cosmetics & Toiletries Science Applied, 2020.