TIGI Control Freak Hair Serum for Curly & Frizzy Hair 8.62 fl oz — lightweight frizz control, heat protection

TIGI Bed Head Control Freak is a lightweight, non-greasy hair serum formulated to tame frizz, smooth curls, and protect strands from heat for a glossy, manageable finish.

Designed for naturally curly, textured, or frizz-prone hair, this 8.62 fl oz serum blends humectants and conditioning agents to improve softness and manageability without weighing hair down. The formula centers on glycerin, a moisture-attracting ingredient that penetrates the hair fiber to hydrate from within, while additional botanical extracts help enhance shine and reduce flyaways. Control Freak works as both a frizz-reducing treatment and a smoothing aid before heat styling.

How will this serum help my hair on humid days?

Control Freak is built to resist humidity and reduce the hair-cuticle disruption that causes frizz. By adding moisture inside the strand and forming a light smoothing layer on the surface, it limits moisture exchange with humid air that often causes puffiness.

• Contains glycerin to attract and retain moisture within hair fibers.
• Light, non-greasy texture avoids heavy buildup in humid conditions.
• Creates a barrier that helps slow humidity-driven frizz and flyaways.

Can I use this before heat styling or straightening?

Yes—Control Freak doubles as a buffer against mechanical heat from flat irons and blow dryers. It helps smooth the cuticle and allows heat tools to glide more easily, delivering a sleeker, glossier result while reducing snagging and static.

• Applies evenly to damp hair to prepare for blow-drying or straightening.
• Minimizes friction between hair and styling tools for smoother glide.
• Encourages a shinier, straighter finish without heavy silicones.

Will it weigh down fine hair or make it look greasy?

Formulated to be light and non-greasy, Control Freak is intended to smooth without flattening natural movement. Use a small, measured amount—focusing on mid-lengths and ends—to maintain volume while taming frizz.

• Light serum texture suitable for fine to medium textures when used sparingly.
• Apply 1–2 drops to damp hair for everyday control; add more only if needed.
• Works on curly hair too—apply mostly to outer layers and ends to avoid weighing coils down.

What key ingredients make this effective?

Glycerin is the core moisturiser, penetrating the strand to hydrate from within, while other conditioning agents and natural extracts support softness and shine. The balanced formula aims to improve manageability rather than mask hair with heavy oils.

• Glycerin: attracts and holds moisture inside hair fibers for long-lasting softness.
• Kiwi juice extract and botanical agents: help improve overall hair quality and shine.
• Light film-forming components: smooth cuticle and reduce surface friction.

Who is this for? If you have naturally curly, wavy, or frizz-prone hair and want a non-greasy serum to smooth, add shine, and help protect against heat styling, TIGI Bed Head Control Freak is formulated with those needs in mind. It suits users who prefer a lightweight finish, want to reduce daily frizz in humid climates, and need a product compatible with both air-drying and heat-styling routines. Avoid using large amounts on very fine hair if you prefer maximum lift at the roots; instead concentrate product on lengths and ends for the best balance of control and natural movement.

Ingredients

Water (Aqua/Eau), Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum), Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Carbomer, Polyquaternium-11, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, PEG-45M, PEG-4 Dilaurate, PEG-4 Laurate, Benzophenone-4, 1odopropynyl Butylcarbamate, PEG-4, Silica, Amyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Citronellol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool, Blue 1 (CI 42090), Red 33 (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Mica (CI 77019), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).