Hair looks puffy? Five gentle checks inspired by CHAHONG's Korean hair video
Compare natural texture, scalp washing, conditioner, towel care and heat before trying to flatten every strand.
Korean professional hairstylist CHAHONG's official channel listed a video titled '머리가 자꾸 부풀어요' ('My hair keeps puffing up') on October 19, 2026. Hair puffiness can reflect natural wave/curl patterns, dryness, friction, or heat-styling habits; it is not a diagnosis by appearance alone. The original video title, date and URL were verified from the creator-channel index, but individual on-screen motions could not be fully checked. **These five practical checks are an independent editorial guide based on AAD dermatologist resources, not CHAHONG's exact instructions.** Natural volume and texture do not need to be straightened to meet any Korean beauty standard.
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Notice the location and natural hair pattern
Is the crown lifted, the ends expanding, or is a natural wave returning? Puffy does not automatically mean damaged; a person's curl pattern and desired volume are valid.
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Shampoo the scalp; condition according to texture
AAD guidance recommends focusing shampoo on the scalp. Conditioner helps manage tangles; finer straight hair may benefit mainly at the ends, while dry or curly hair may need it along the length.
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Blot, don't vigorously rub wet hair
Wrap with a towel or soft T-shirt and let it absorb moisture. Repeated rubbing and rough handling of wet hair may contribute to breakage.
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Choose combing timing for your hair type
Work gently from the ends with a wide-tooth comb. Some straight hair is easier to detangle after partial drying, while thick or curly hair may be better detangled in the shower with conditioner.
Visual references for this step 1 itemsRights-verified imageStep 4: Real salon hair-combing photo. Not CHAHONG's demonstration or a universal technique for all curl types. Detangle gently for your own hair texture. · Hair Spies · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0 · Visit original ↗ -
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Avoid flattening frizz with repeated high heat
Keep heat tools at lower or medium settings and reduce frequency. Repeated hot passes are not a universal fix. Persistent scalp pain, marked shedding or inflammatory symptoms warrant professional assessment.
Visual references for this step 1 itemsRights-verified imageGeneral photo of a person using a blow-dryer; not a CHAHONG demonstration or evidence that high heat reduces frizz safely. · Katie Brady · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Visit original ↗
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✦ Helpful tips
- CHAHONG provides an original Korean hairstyling context; separate AAD sources support the care and damage-prevention advice.
- Curly or wavy hair does not need to be made straight to be acceptable.
- This article is not a hands-on product review or a clinical diagnosis.
ⓘ Keep in mind
- Seek professional advice for persistent scalp inflammation, pain or worsening hair loss.
- Avoid vigorous friction, pulling or excessive heat; stop products that cause irritation.
Original sources 4
These are research sources, not verification of real-world product results.
- 머리가 자꾸 부풀어요. ↗차홍 CHAHONG official Korean YouTube, published 2026-10-19 · Source checked 2026-10-30
- 2026-10-19 차홍 머리가 자꾸 부풀어요 listed original video ↗KoreaChannels creator-channel video index · Source checked 2026-10-30
- Tips for healthy hair ↗American Academy of Dermatology, last medically reviewed 2024-08-12 · Source checked 2026-10-30
- Hair styling without damage ↗American Academy of Dermatology · Source checked 2026-10-30