Thick Frizzy Curly Hair

Posted by Gari - 25 comments

Question: Hi guys..i have extremly thick hair which is frizzy and curly also. Any ideas on how to care or manage my thick frizzy and curly hair and how can find a suitable hairstyle for thick curly hair.

Answer by Gari: I have found a few things that have worked for thick, frizzy, curly hair.

1. Don’t colour your hair. It dries it out incredibly and only makes your hair more ssuceptible to being frizzy, coarse, thick, puffy etc. etc.

2. Flat iron. It’s your best friend. NOTE: Always use a pre-flat iron spray to protect your hair. Otherwise, the heat from the flatiron is only damaging your hiar further. If you’d rather curly hair, use a diffuser on your hair dryer. DO NOT BLOW DRY YOUR HAIR. That could be a biggest mistake as it only made it puffy-er. If you must blow dry… use the cold air option. Hot air only fries it.

3. Try BedHead products. They are very helpful, I find. Try the BedHead after party smoothing cream and use a little after you flat iron. Just make sure you comb after you apply it as well, to keep your hair from looking greasy. Also, try the BedHead styling wax to control fly aways.

4. Absolutley do not use a volumizing shampoo (as if that isn’t already clear) Try Garnier Nutrisse Silk & Shine. All natural ingredients and NO chemicals to burn your hair and dry it out ever more than it already is.

5. USE CONDITIONER EVERYTIME YOU SHOWER! Leave it in for 2-3 minutes and then rinse completely. (If needed, use a shampoo for damaged and coloured hair as well. It totally restores it) 
*Another awesome shampoo I ran across a few years ago was Paul Mitchell ‘super skinny’. It worked fantastically.

Ask a professional hair stylist to give you layers, also. Layered hairstyles takes so much thickness out of your hair. Ask them to use ‘texturizing scissors’. They are made specifically for thick, unruly hair and cut the thickness without affecting the length! SO GREAT.

Keep in mind that having thick hair has a lot more benefits to having thin hair. You are the envy of so many brittle haired individuals! Work your hairstyle!

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Aug 14, 2009
10:54 pm
#1 Paty :

i have the same hair as mentioned thick frizzy and very curly but what you guys can do is, when you come out of the shower from taking a bath, tie your hair in many braids, atleast four, then go to sleep. when you’ll wake up untie your hair they won’t be puffy and in perfect curls!!!!
try it!

Sep 18, 2009
9:02 pm
#2 Jessica :

WOAH. Putting in layers is a huge NO NO. I have curly, frizzy hair and my hairstylist told me to do that. WORST MISTAKE. I hope nobody took your advice. For people with curly hair it actually shortens your curls on top making the issue WORSE.

Sep 29, 2009
12:33 am
#3 sharon :

I agree with Jessica – I’ve tried every trick in the book and layering with thinning scissors is the worst thing that can be done to my hair. Every hairdresser wants to take this easy way out to manage my hair. They have talked me into it several times and it NEVER works. The best thing that I find is to let the hair pull down with its own weight and if I want a ‘tossed’ look, I can have the ends slighty cut in
up with a sort of ‘zig zag’ motion, thereby leaving the weight in. This process makes for a smooth wavy look which if cut properly can look quite chic’.

Oct 20, 2009
1:57 am
#4 shayla :

i got my hair layered today….and i havent washed my hair yet since i’ve got them and now im kinda scared :/
(i have thick, frizzy, wavy hair)

Nov 18, 2009
3:59 am
#5 Noel :

The layers really depend on whether or not you plan on straightening your hair often or if you want the curls. And it really depends on the length of the layers; since I got mine, the curls on top leveled out with the thicker stuff on bottom, but if its too short, I hope you’re into afros… It also makes straightening difficult when the curls are less weighted. But I love my layered hair, it works for me!

Dec 14, 2009
10:06 pm
#6 Stephanie :

Not true…I have thick-curly hair and when my hair stylist cut it into layers, my curls looked waaayyy better. Your stylist needs to know your hair and know the length of layers that are right for you. I wouldn’t suggest thinning your hair though…fullness can be beautiful if your hair looks healthy.

Jul 28, 2010
11:53 pm
#7 Emily :

i have fairly long very tick frizzy ringlet curly hair iv had the same hair style all my life im 14 at the moment and i find it unfair that people can have side frindgesand all sorts and I cant i want to do something to my hair but i dont no what please help someone any reasonable susgestions .

Sep 17, 2010
6:41 pm
#8 Ashley :

Oh my….I have exactly the same problem…When i was little, i had perfect straight hair. But when i got older, im mad at my hair everyday. Its poofy, frizzy, thick, and just NOT beautiful..I try many things. Most Don’t work at all. So everyday i take a shower and twist my hair and clamp it while its wett. Need Advice!!!

Sep 29, 2010
10:25 pm
#9 Miranda :

i hate frizzy hair!!!!!!

Oct 10, 2010
10:06 pm
#10 elayna :

i got long layers which did help a little on the top i had them make the layers longer then suggested always go in with a image in your head and never ever just let them do what they want. also if you have great curls but nthere hidden under the frizz as soon as you get out of the shower in the mourning towel dry for 5 min. then but scrunching mousse it it will look amazing trust me i used to hate my hair and probably still do but i hope this helps

Oct 20, 2010
8:34 am
#11 yasmeen :

OMG!!!! I have the SAME problem
I’m 13 and always have my hair in the thickest 2 plaits ever!! they r like plaiting with ROPE!! DONT layer it! I got mine layered one time and it looked HORRENDOUS. mum called it the Curly Mullet phaseI hate it too!!!! I just try to straighten my hair every day and I get mine thinned at the hair dresser as it makes it easier to manage for me. I understand all u people out there with really thick, fizzy hair, ITS UNFAIR ALL MY FRIENDS HAVE GORGEOUS THIN HAIR WITH FRINGES AND TINY PONYTAILS AND PLAITS!

Oct 22, 2010
2:05 am
#12 Karrie :

My hair is long,thick,and curly. Its also FRIZZY ! If your hair is like mine,DONT wash it everyday ! If you swet alot or just feel your hair is dirty then wash it ! But if you wash it everyday its just going to get more curly. Flat ironing is one of the best things,but i mostly do mine in the winter because where i live its humid alot and all my hair is going to do it frizz up ! :P Make sure you use a frizz-eeze or somethin before. A hairstyle for hair lyk mine is keep it braided. keep it in a ponytail and braid that and a nice bow or something will make it look better. I have dyed my hair with red streaks then dies it all black,and I have not seem a difference in the frizzeness or anything. :] For my hair i usally wear it in a ponytail and use tresme hair spray to keep the frizz dwn.

Nov 24, 2010
5:43 am
#13 nicki :

I have thick and curly and frizzy hair and it really just depends on your personal hair. I had to fight with mine for a long time, but after a while I learned to love it and work with it. What I have found works best is to have longer layers put in. I wash it almost everyday and I ALWAYS condition it. I also use a leave in conditioner. then I use a gel, it took me a long time to find a gel that worked best for me, I use suave now. I also use a pump spray, to hold my style in place. I used to not wear my hair down at all, because I did not know how to control it. I know have learned how to tame it and I LOVE my hair :) Hope this helps. Oh and I dont rub my hair when i dry it, I pat it… and I never brush it EVER

Nov 26, 2010
8:29 pm
#14 Tina :

Just had my hair layered and thinned. My hairdresser has done a fantastic job and it looks a lot better. Like you, i have long thick curly frizzy hair. I always used to wash my hair then plait it all over when damp then rub in hair wax straight after. Sleep like it and in the morning it turns out frizz free and a lot more managable. It also lasts quite a while to. I got fed up doing that and it took along time to do. I then began to wash my hair, towel dry it. Lag it in Boots curl cream then brush it through and let it dry naturally. Now i use a curling wand. They are quick and look great. If you got curly hair then you have to make the best of it. The wand defines your curls and gives it a nice healthy sheen. I agree with Karrie, try not to wash your hair everyday. With naturally dry hair, washing it everyday is washing out the oils that help to tame it.

Dec 27, 2010
5:29 pm
#15 # 15 Kayla :

i have frizzy, curly, thick hair hich is the worst to have!!! i hate it sooo much and i don’t really know what kind of stuff to do with it. I just want some very simple easy but cute hair styles that i could do quickly before i go to school…… any suggestions??

Jan 15, 2011
5:22 am
#16 Raphael :

Umm I have thick curly/wavy hair and I wanna get it thinned is it right? And I kinda want emo hair so yea… And I’m a guy I need help and it curls on the edges like flipPy what can I do to stop that?

Feb 13, 2011
6:59 am
#17 Claude :

It depends on what type of thick curly hair you have? Do you have tight curls or loose curls? I have thick, wavy loose curled hair myself and actually hated going to get my hair cut due to a mullet incident when I was younger and what i call the roof top hair cut… hair looks flat at the roots and then gets thicker towards the bottom, cos it was cut too bluntly.

Layered/thinned out haircut no shorter than shoulder length has been the best thing style wise as it will give your hair shape. You need to do your research when finding a hairstylist. Not all stylists can cut all hair types. You will find there are a few that can really manage your hair type. If you can’t find someone that specialises in your hair type (thank goodness I have a couple of options) then do your research about what works for your hair and face shape and direct your stylist on how YOU want your hair. As for layers not working it means that too much of the top section of your hair has been cut short.
Having short layered hair is not bad either. I had a hair cut that looked like a long bob when it was straight and looked like a cute curly mop a la Keri Hilson’s hairstyle on her No Boys allowed album. When my hair is wet from washing, i run a thick tooth comb through and then I either use gel or leave in conditioner and put it all through my hair. I then grab rough sections and just curl it around my finger. Once all complete I spray all over with a strong hold hair spray and let it dry naturally. Voila instant ringlets.

Works for long hair too. Same process. Or if you don’t have the patience to curl it around your finger you could eithr put it up in either a single or two tight buns after putting in gel or conditioner. I secure the bun with a crocodile clip and not hair ties as it can ruin your hair if you snag it whil etaking it out. Spray the bun with hair spray all over. Leave in for 1 hour or two – longer you leave it the better the shape ( I do this as soon as I get out of the shower). Before you have to leave, take out your bun(s, run your fingers through your just to seperate it a bit and spray hairspray all over (Don’t forget to flip head over and spray underneath. That seems to be the area that drys the fastest).

Hope this helps :-)

Feb 13, 2011
7:09 am
#18 Claude :

Sorry I forgot to mention when you do get your hair layered or thinned out you don’t want to take too much weight out. Mention that to your stylist and they should work with that when your considering layers

Feb 18, 2011
3:08 am
#19 Cheryl :

straightener and some hair wax

Mar 6, 2011
10:22 am
#20 Courtney :

I have really thick and frizzy hair! i am 15 and i have only ever worn it down once in my life when i got it straightened by a hairdresser. it is like a blonde afro. alot of hairdressers say it is the thickest they have seen. Does anyone have any good hairstyles… up or down? it would be appreciated :)

Mar 12, 2011
10:33 pm
#21 Brittney :

I am 15 and i have really thick and semi long curly frizzy hair. I put gel in it everyday but since i live in florida the humidity makes my hair look terrible! I need something to do with it so my hair wont always look so ridiculous. Also i have straightened my hair but since i have so much hair it takes nearly 2 hours to get a good straightning and i dont have the time to do that bc i have dance most days.

Apr 4, 2011
8:46 pm
#22 Cookie :

i have kinda thick hair…. DONT GET IT THINNED (with a razor). I DID THAT AND THE TOP OF IT IS REALLY WEIRD BUT THE BOTTOM IS BETTER.. & layers for me were a MIRACLE..but i think they grew back so idk. & dont straighten ur hair everyday. its unhealthy. use some product but not TOO MUCH!!! i use leave in conditioner (garnier fructiss sleek & shine). & always use moisturizing shampoo..try to let it air dry when washing it. & USE CONDITIONER!!!!!!!!! CONDITIONER = LIFESAVER. it makes hair a lot less frizzy & makes it sleek. than air dry. RINSE SHAMPOO OUT WITH COLD WATER. it locks moisture in!! also look on a lot of websites for tips, it makes ur hair more manageable!!:D

May 14, 2011
4:23 pm
#23 Stephanie :

I have thick, i mean thick, curly, frizzy, all of that hair. I cannot stand it! I always try different hair styles but i can never get them right. My advice is do not flat iron it, if you can instead of buying a flat iron buy the instyler. It works great for me. As for shampoo and conditioner I would say for you to use Suave professionals, if its the new kind or the old one, works great!

May 15, 2011
10:01 pm
#24 Kaylee :

Im 13 and my hair is curly thick and frizzy , i always wear it in this stupid sde ponytail :( . i try to wear it down and it looks good at first , i wash and condition my hair everday , i brush it out then i use garneir spray gel and then i style it the way i want use mouse then hairspray , BUT by within not even two hours my hair is frizzy and poofy ! i need help :( !!

Jul 12, 2011
2:33 pm
#25 Francesca :

I have thick frizzy not curly but madly wavy hair and what I found worked for me is the herbal essences seriously straight. Don’t worry those of u who like ur hair curly and just don’t like ur frizz, it doesn’t actually straighten it (sadly) but it is a miracle worker at getting rid of frizz! This is what I do, I shampoo twice then condition and leave it in for three min while brushing it through and repeat that then put my hair under cold water to lock in the moisture

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