how to controll my thick hair?

Question

kk my hair is not an afro but its big ,thick n gets frizzy easy and i just feel im for ever straighting it (wich isnt good as it dries it out) is there any way that you can thin your hair my friends say the hairdresser can do something is that true if not what else can i do or use to try and controll it? thankx x

Answer 1

maybe if you got it layered it might be easier to manage

Answer 2

Hi you can buy thinning scissors I got a pair, it doesnt cut the hair just thins it and takes the bulk out i have thick hair too. But be careful not to thin to much. Or just get the hairdresser to do it but it will cost you. Layers is also an option. But even though you get layers put in it still does nothing for frizzyness so its best just to stick to hair straighteners just remeber to use a good heat protection spray and a good shampoo. Ive tried loads for brittle and dry hair but ive found the purple one in tresemme is brilliant and protects from heat damage. I then use ASDAs own heat protection spray which i spray on when its wet and also as I straigten, my hair is in better condition that it has always been.
Ive tried everything for my thick hair even the dearest and nothing works better than this, I dont even have to thin my hair with the scissors no more.

Answer 3

I have thick, frizzy, uncontrolable, kinky hair too. I don't wash my hair every day because I find that sucks all the moisture out of my hair. I wash it when the roots begin to look oily and it looks like it needs washed (every 3-4 days). When I do wash my hair I use a normal shampoo and an intensive conditioner. You know one that you need to leave on for 10-15mins. I don't always leave it on that long but it is much more moisturising that normal conditioners. I usually put it on and then do my girly things like shaving my legs lol! Also, to prevent your roots from getting too oily, too quickly I tend to only put conditioner on the ends of my hair and really work it into the hair there. I do quickly run my fingers with the conditioner on them through the rest of my hair but not too much so it doesn't become oily again quickly. Also when I wash the conditioner out I really make sure it is out of the roots but leave a little in the ends of my hair.
I also never blow dry my hair and use straighteners only. e.g. I wash my hair at night, let it dry naturally overnight and then straighten in the morning. Before I put any heat on my hair I always use a product which protects my hair from heat damage.
I also think it is important to go to a good hairdresser. I go to a salon in town and it costs about £110 for a cut and highlights. For a cut alone at a good salon you would expect to pay around £50. Always ask for a senior stylist or a director because they have more experience with different hair types and usually give a better cut. They should also be able to advise you on the best hair products. It really is worth paying the extra for a good hair cut because without that you're pretty much never going to win the hair control battle!

Answer 4

I have really thick hair and know exactly how you feel. I got mine thinned and it honestly didn't make that much difference. I got this product from my hairdressers called Loreal Kerastase intensive masque. It tames thick, bushy and frizzy hair and makes it easier to manage. Best product ever I say! You can also get it from www.lookfantastic.com. Good luck!

Answer 5

I have the same problem. I've grew my hair a bit as long hair is easier to straighten coz the weight pulls it down. i've also had my hair thinned and got a few layers cut in.

i use ghd's and l'oreal hot straight

Answer 6

i had exactly the same prob but i found that ghd straighteners are the best u can get i had my hair thinned at the hairdressers but when it grew out it was twice as big

Answer 7

dont get your hair thinned it ruined mine.people would give anything for thick hair.the best way of taming it is to get it layered or get a choppy bob with a choppy fringe.ask your stylist to do long layers around your face and short around the back.your hair is still thick but feels thinner and is easier to straighten.

Answer 8

i have thinck hair to and my aunt [a hairdresser] told me that some hair salons do have things to thin your hair but they did that to my side bangs before and its like a razor type thing and you get different size pieces of hair and i think it looks choppy but others probably dont. i suggest that or lots of layers. i had REALLY thick hair and i got longish short layers and now i love my hair and its easier to sraighten

try gettting a ceramic straightener and one that has like a good heat thing lol
idk thats what i did-- got a new one and I LOVE MY HAIR!! [now] lol

Answer 9

You should look into getting your hair chemically straightened. It is a little pricey but worth every cent ... It will last about 6 months!! You will be able to leave your home with your hair wet and let it air dry!!

Answer 10

go to the hairdressers and get it thinned out you,ll find a big difference in it

Answer 11

The best is a product called Texture Dirt from FX Special Effects. You can get it at Walgreens. Its awesome!