[DubaiSis]

I have the hair that everyone who irons their hair would die for. And I hate it. It's too straight and flat and there is so much of it! Thankfully it became less thick once I got into my 30's. But I always have perms. Humidity never frizzes the curl thanks to various serums (my hair doesn't seem too picky).

My advice, especially for a short term visit is love your hair how it is naturally. I'd use a smoothing serum to keep down frizz, but seriously, it takes a teensy amount. Start at the back of your hair and work toward the front. But after the initial touch it's going to seem like there's nothing on your hands anymore. Just go with it and don't add more! Then put it in a clip, pony tail or headband and be done with it. Presuming you're not running for Miss America in Atlanta, I would shoot for not embarrassing and forgive yourself for an extra curl or wave that's out of place.

ETA/In Southeast Asia, the humidity is going to be the least of your issues. You will want to pull your hair up and off your face. You're also going to want a hat because you will likely get rain, and lots of it and umbrellas will just be annoying. I look horrible in hats, but it's worth finding one you can tolerate, and a big brim all around is better than like a baseball cap. And don't forget sunscreen and bug spray!