Wavy Thick Hair

There are basically three types of hair textures - straight, wavy and curly. Wavy hair tends to be coarse and it curves in at the bottom and there is a definite lack of bounce and volume. They are a little hard to style and have a tendency to frizz. If you have thick wavy hair, you need to keep your face structure in mind while going for a haircut.

Care for Thick Wavy Hair

Trim your hair every six to eight weeks. This will keep your hair in a good condition and also keep split ends at bay. Use a shampoo and conditioner that is suitable for your hair type. Avoid using too many styling products in your hair and only use hairspray and mousse from reputed companies. After shampooing, let your hair air dry and use a wide toothed comb to untangle your hair. Do not rub your hair too vigorously with a towel as it leads to frizzing and breakage. Avoid brushing your hair when its still wet and limit the use of hairdryer and hair straighteners. For styling your wavy, thick hair use a paddle brush to blow dry your hair. Since thick hair is prone to dryness, avoid over washing your hair and use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner. You can also use a leave-in conditioner to control frizz and smooth cuticles.

Hairstyles For Wavy Thick Hair

Whether you are going for a party or a simple brunch, here are some hairstyles that are suitable for people having wavy, thick hair.

Dramatic Updo
Look taller and dramatic with this high updo, although you will need a strong hairspray to ensure that it stays that way all day. Start by isolating a two inch section above the nape, comb the rest of the hair neatly and tie a high ponytail. Divide the isolated part in two and guide it towards the forehead from both sides and pin it neatly. Now continue twisting and pin it down. This hairstyle works well for longer hair.

Twisted Chignon
Apply some mousse to damp hair. Blow dry and then split your hair into two sections back and front. Then divide the front sections of your hair into a middle parting. Take the back portions and tie it into a ponytail. Split the ponytail into four sections, twist it from the roots to the tip and secure with pins at the nape of your neck. Finally, take the 2 front sections and twist them neatly, rolling them behind. Use serum to fix any flyaway strands. You can also use hair accessories like artificial flowers or sparkling hairpins to decorate your hair.

Haircuts for Thick Wavy Hair

Flapper Style
This is one of the best wavy haircuts for women with short hair. Ask your stylist to cut your hair so that it falls just below the chin in the front and is around two to three inch longer, around the back. It should have very subtle long layers at the back and should fall symmetrically when you part your hair in the middle.

Bangs with Layers
If you have a long face you can try this cut. Bangs work for all textures of hair, but it looks best when the texture of the hair is wavy and thick. Cut your hair in soft layers, keeping the front layers quite long. Cut your bangs unevenly so that it skims your eyebrows and keeping it slightly longer at the ends. This gives it a very choppy look.

So, here were some ways in which you can take care of wavy, thick hair. If you have difficulty managing your wavy thick hair, ask your stylist to give you a haircut that requires less maintenance and can be easily styled without the use of too many styling products and equipment. Thick hair is considered to be a boon, so make the most of it.