Thick hair is naturally strong, resilient, and full of body. Its robust structure and round shape let natural oils travel from roots to tips, keeping strands nourished. This versatility suits every cut—short, long, layered, tapered, or straight. Professional stylists love working with it: the weight reveals exact fall lines for precise shaping that lasts weeks. Hairstyles hold beautifully too, from bouncy curls and sleek blowouts to ultra-smooth finishes. Thick hair truly is a blessing!
• Opt for shampoos and conditioners formulated for thick hair; alternate with one for oily scalps if needed. Skip heavy nourishing products—this hair craves hydration, not extra richness—and volume-boosting lines. Wash every other day to maintain balance.
• Treat it gently, especially if bleached or heat-styled: apply a conditioner or hydrating mask weekly, leaving it on for a few minutes. For quick oiliness, smooth a day cream along the lengths.
• Dry with your head upright. Position the blow dryer above, never below the roots, to control volume and enhance natural sleekness.
• For curls or waves, start with a styling product like mousse, cream, or spray. Thick hair's weight pulls styles straight unless well-fixed.
The ultimate bad hair day fix: Combat flat roots and unruly lengths with dry shampoo at the crown, then tame mid-lengths to ends with day cream on your fingers—or a flat iron if needed.
Shop-Worthy Products
1. Bain Cristal Thick Hair, Kérastase, €19.80. 2. Douce Argile Regulating Shampoo, Dessange, €3.95. 3. Phytojoba Moisturizing Mask, Phyto, €18.85. 4. Hot &Loop Spray, L’Oréal Paris, €5.10. 5. Desert Date Day Cream, Klorane, €9.50.
Insights from Caroline Bufalini, studio hairdresser and Klorane consultant, plus Haïra and Alex from Studio Anaë (11 bis, rue des Carmes, Paris 5th).
