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This article was co-authored by Arthur Sebastian and by wikiHow staff writer, Kyle Hall. Arthur Sebastian is a Professional Hair Stylist based in San Francisco, California. He is the Owner of Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon, a studio offering Hair Styling, Color & Brazilian Blowout services. Arthur has 30 years of experience styling hair. His career began with apprenticeships at Wayne’s Beauty College in Santa Cruz, California Miss Marty’s School of Beauty in San Francisco, California. After receiving his Cosmetology License in 1998, he rented his first station at Wack Shack Hair Salon in San Francisco, going on to hold positions at Posh Hair Salon, Acabello Hair Salon, and Red Union Salon before opening his own studio. With over 500 online customer reviews, Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon has a 5 star average rating on Yelp and 4.9 average review on Google. There are 9 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 87,992 times.
Thick hair on guys is the best—you've got natural volume and tons to work with for styling. But it definitely comes with a few unique challenges, too, so how can you make the most of your look? We've covered everything you need to know below. From hairstyles to styling tips to maintenance, we're teaching you how to style your awesome, thick hair.
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1 Get a textured hairstyle if you have short thick hair. Short, thick hair that is choppy and textured on top will look more styled than if it were all one length. When you're ready to style it, you can spike it up or brush it off to one side.
2 Go with an undercut if you have medium-length thick hair. Undercuts are long on top and short on the sides and nape of the head, so you can still have length without your hair being unruly or in your face all the time. Undercuts work best with thick hair because the long hair on top can support itself and maintain volume after you style it. Advertisement
3 Wear your hair up in a bun or ponytail if you have long thick hair. When thick hair gets long, it can get weighed down and hard to manage. Pulling your hair back in a bun or ponytail is an easy, stylish way to keep your long, thick hair out of your face. Experiment with wearing your bun or ponytail high or low on your head.
4 Ask your stylist to use thinning shears to thin out your hair. Thinning shears are hair cutting scissors designed to thin out thick hair.[1]X Expert Source Arthur SebastianProfessional Hair StylistExpert Interview The next time you go to get your hair cut, tell your stylist you want your hair thinned out and see if they recommended thinning shears.[2]XResearch source
Avoid using thinning shears if you have coarse hair. Thinning shears can actually make coarse hair appear thicker.
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1 Choose hair products that have "high hold." Hair products usually have 3 types of holds: low, medium, and high. Since thick hair tends to be heavier, a product with high hold is helpful when you’re trying to get it to stay up after you style it. When you’re shopping for hair products, they should say on the label what kind of hold they have.[3]XResearch source
If you have coarse thick hair, you may be able to use products with weaker holds since your hair can stand up on its own more easily.
2 Use thick hair products like clays and waxes instead of gels and creams. Thicker products will give you more control over your hair than lighter products, and you won't have to worry about them weighing your hair down since thick hair is better able to support itself.[4]XResearch source
3 Try a hair serum to make your thick hair more manageable. Hair serums are liquid products that reduce frizziness and tangles in the hair. A hair serum can make your thick hair easier to style by smoothing out the individual hairs on your head so they feel and appear thinner. To use a hair serum, pump a dime-sized amount on your hand and work it into your hair. Then, style your hair like normal.[5]XResearch source
A little hair serum goes a long way, so be careful not to use too much. A dime-sized amount is usually plenty.
4 Use a wide-toothed comb to style your hair. Wide-toothed combs are better suited for thick hair since they have more space for the hair to pass through. Use a wide-toothed comb to style your hair into place and brush out any knots or tangles.[6]XResearch source
5 Brush your hair up if it’s 7 inches (18 cm) or shorter. Brushing up your thick hair and applying a clay or wax to hold it in place can create a nice, voluminous look. Thick hair can support itself at longer lengths than thin hair can, so you can still create this style if your hair is on the longer side. If your hair is longer than 7 inches (18 cm), it may start to weigh itself down and fall flat.[7]XResearch source
6 Slick your hair back if it’s too long to brush up. Apply a dime-sized amount of clay or wax to your hands and rub them together. Then, run your hands through your hair from the front of your hairline to the back of your head. Don’t forget to brush the sides back as well. A slicked-back style is a great way to get long, thick hair out of your face.
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1 Wash your hair every other day. Thick hair doesn't need to be washed as frequently as thin hair does, so you can get away with not shampooing every day. In fact, washing your hair every other day will keep it healthier, since it won't get as dry and prone to breakage.[8]XResearch source
If you have oily skin and hair, you may need to wash your hair every day so it doesn't get greasy.
2 Use a moisturizing conditioner after you shampoo your hair. A moisturizing conditioner will help make your thick hair smoother and more manageable. Look for conditioners that say “moisturizing” or “deep conditioning” on the bottle.[9]X Expert Source Arthur SebastianProfessional Hair StylistExpert Interview Condition your hair in the shower right after you shampoo it.[10]XResearch source
3 Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo once a week. Clarifying shampoos are stronger and more deep-cleaning than regular shampoos, and they’re great at washing out hair products that build up on hair, like waxes, creams, and hairsprays. Since thick hair is more prone to buildup, washing your hair with a clarifying shampoo once a week will keep your thick hair soft and clean.[11]XResearch source
Clarifying shampoos can be harsh on hair, so don’t use one more than once a week.
Minimize dryness by using a moisturizing conditioner after you wash with a clarifying shampoo.
4 Let your hair air dry when you get out of the shower. Part of the challenge of styling thick hair is how much volume it has. That's why air drying is a good idea when you have thick hair — it prevents excess volume.[12]XResearch source
Avoid using a blow dryer or towel to dry your hair or you'll make it more voluminous.[13]X Expert Source Arthur SebastianProfessional Hair StylistExpert Interview
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Co-authored by: Arthur Sebastian Professional Hair Stylist This article was co-authored by Arthur Sebastian and by wikiHow staff writer, Kyle Hall. Arthur Sebastian is a Professional Hair Stylist based in San Francisco, California. He is the Owner of Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon, a studio offering Hair Styling, Color & Brazilian Blowout services. Arthur has 30 years of experience styling hair. His career began with apprenticeships at Wayne’s Beauty College in Santa Cruz, California Miss Marty’s School of Beauty in San Francisco, California. After receiving his Cosmetology License in 1998, he rented his first station at Wack Shack Hair Salon in San Francisco, going on to hold positions at Posh Hair Salon, Acabello Hair Salon, and Red Union Salon before opening his own studio. With over 500 online customer reviews, Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon has a 5 star average rating on Yelp and 4.9 average review on Google. This article has been viewed 87,992 times. 2 votes - 50% Co-authors: 6Updated: October 26, 2024 Views: 87,992 Categories: Thick HairArticle SummaryX
If you have short thick hair, go with a textured style and spike it up with a hair clay or wax. If you have medium-length thick hair, get an undercut so your hair is longer on the top and short on the sides and nape. To keep long thick hair out of your face, pull it up in a bun or ponytail. When styling your hair, use thick products that have high hold so your style stays in place. For more tips, like what comb you should use and how you should wash thick hair, keep reading!Did this summary help you?YesNo
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Co-authored by: Arthur Sebastian Professional Hair Stylist This article was co-authored by Arthur Sebastian and by wikiHow staff writer, Kyle Hall. Arthur Sebastian is a Professional Hair Stylist based in San Francisco, California. He is the Owner of Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon, a studio offering Hair Styling, Color & Brazilian Blowout services. Arthur has 30 years of experience styling hair. His career began with apprenticeships at Wayne’s Beauty College in Santa Cruz, California Miss Marty’s School of Beauty in San Francisco, California. After receiving his Cosmetology License in 1998, he rented his first station at Wack Shack Hair Salon in San Francisco, going on to hold positions at Posh Hair Salon, Acabello Hair Salon, and Red Union Salon before opening his own studio. With over 500 online customer reviews, Arthur Sebastian Hair Salon has a 5 star average rating on Yelp and 4.9 average review on Google. This article has been viewed 87,992 times. 2 votes - 50% Co-authors: 6 Updated: October 26, 2024 Views: 87,992 Categories: Thick Hair Article SummaryX
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1 Get a textured hairstyle if you have short thick hair. Short, thick hair that is choppy and textured on top will look more styled than if it were all one length. When you're ready to style it, you can spike it up or brush it off to one side. 
2 Go with an undercut if you have medium-length thick hair. Undercuts are long on top and short on the sides and nape of the head, so you can still have length without your hair being unruly or in your face all the time. Undercuts work best with thick hair because the long hair on top can support itself and maintain volume after you style it. Advertisement 
3 Wear your hair up in a bun or ponytail if you have long thick hair. When thick hair gets long, it can get weighed down and hard to manage. Pulling your hair back in a bun or ponytail is an easy, stylish way to keep your long, thick hair out of your face. Experiment with wearing your bun or ponytail high or low on your head. 
4 Ask your stylist to use thinning shears to thin out your hair. Thinning shears are hair cutting scissors designed to thin out thick hair.[1] The next time you go to get your hair cut, tell your stylist you want your hair thinned out and see if they recommended thinning shears.[2] 
1 Choose hair products that have "high hold." Hair products usually have 3 types of holds: low, medium, and high. Since thick hair tends to be heavier, a product with high hold is helpful when you’re trying to get it to stay up after you style it. When you’re shopping for hair products, they should say on the label what kind of hold they have.[3] 
2 Use thick hair products like clays and waxes instead of gels and creams. Thicker products will give you more control over your hair than lighter products, and you won't have to worry about them weighing your hair down since thick hair is better able to support itself.[4] 
3 Try a hair serum to make your thick hair more manageable. Hair serums are liquid products that reduce frizziness and tangles in the hair. A hair serum can make your thick hair easier to style by smoothing out the individual hairs on your head so they feel and appear thinner. To use a hair serum, pump a dime-sized amount on your hand and work it into your hair. Then, style your hair like normal.[5] 
4 Use a wide-toothed comb to style your hair. Wide-toothed combs are better suited for thick hair since they have more space for the hair to pass through. Use a wide-toothed comb to style your hair into place and brush out any knots or tangles.[6] 
5 Brush your hair up if it’s 7 inches (18 cm) or shorter. Brushing up your thick hair and applying a clay or wax to hold it in place can create a nice, voluminous look. Thick hair can support itself at longer lengths than thin hair can, so you can still create this style if your hair is on the longer side. If your hair is longer than 7 inches (18 cm), it may start to weigh itself down and fall flat.[7] 
6 Slick your hair back if it’s too long to brush up. Apply a dime-sized amount of clay or wax to your hands and rub them together. Then, run your hands through your hair from the front of your hairline to the back of your head. Don’t forget to brush the sides back as well. A slicked-back style is a great way to get long, thick hair out of your face. Advertisement 
1 Wash your hair every other day. Thick hair doesn't need to be washed as frequently as thin hair does, so you can get away with not shampooing every day. In fact, washing your hair every other day will keep it healthier, since it won't get as dry and prone to breakage.[8] 
2 Use a moisturizing conditioner after you shampoo your hair. A moisturizing conditioner will help make your thick hair smoother and more manageable. Look for conditioners that say “moisturizing” or “deep conditioning” on the bottle.[9] Condition your hair in the shower right after you shampoo it.[10] 
3 Wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo once a week. Clarifying shampoos are stronger and more deep-cleaning than regular shampoos, and they’re great at washing out hair products that build up on hair, like waxes, creams, and hairsprays. Since thick hair is more prone to buildup, washing your hair with a clarifying shampoo once a week will keep your thick hair soft and clean.[11] 
4 Let your hair air dry when you get out of the shower. Part of the challenge of styling thick hair is how much volume it has. That's why air drying is a good idea when you have thick hair — it prevents excess volume.[12] 
Community Answer You can, but it will be hard to get the wax out of your hair, so it might not be a great idea. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 3 Helpful 10