Reduce stress with these quick and easy styles for thick hair
And no, you won't need a professional stylist or massive amount of hairspray to make them work
Having thick hair can be a blessing and a curse. Thick hair has a life of its own and can make you feel glamorous. On the other hand, on bad days, you could wind up looking something like a young bushy-haired Hermione Granger or hair-to-the-sky Albert Einstein.
When I was younger, I took ballet lessons. Somehow, my mother was able to shape my hair into a smooth, perfect bun. I’ve never been able to achieve this look. My hair laughs at a hair clip as it envelops the entire thing. It snaps thin hair ties and eats them for breakfast.
On those days when I need to go the extra mile to make my hair look good, finding hairstyles or updos can feel like a struggle. Most of the time, it will only last half the day before it falls down. Thick hair is resistant to being tamed and it can sometimes feel so frustrating. But there are a few simple tricks you can do to get a nice updo without the stress.
Braids Are Your Friend
If you can master a braid, you can definitely get this braided look. The tutorial by Fancy Hair is fairly straightforward and I could see this working with a regular braid, a french braid, or a fishtail braid.
For curls, simple is best
If you have super curly hair like beauty Youtuber Nina Deliz, this ultra-voluminous, sophisticated pineapple look shared by Marie Claire is attainable with a thick hair tie, some water, styling lotion, and coconut oil.
Messy Can Be Good
When in doubt, let it get a little messy. Having a slightly loose bun isn’t always a bad thing. It can help create a more natural fun look that works for day-to-day wear and casual parties. This braided messy bun from Milabu is very easy. She even shows you how to add some waves after washing it to add a polished look.
