I have very thick hair, with a lot of waves, kinks and curly bits. In the days of 'big hair' it looked great. Once that trend ended its been a constant battle to tame it or find a style that 'works' with it. None really do, and I've been to more hairdressers than I can remember. But during lockdown I've finally cracked it. First don't have layers - they only bush out when it's damp or you're feeling hot and sweaty. Second, keep it a bit longer, mine is just below my shoulders in a kind of bob with a loose fringe. The extra length really does add weight to pull it straight. I use a keratin shampoo and conditioner as keratin is supposed to smooth the hair cuticles. I then use a keratin heat defence spray before drying it. I section my hair off, and using a hot brush with a large barrel I dry sections, pulling it straight through the brush, rather than using the brush to 'curl' it. I find this easier than blow drying because there are so many sections it makes my arms ache. Then I straighten each section (not using the highest heat setting) and then I rub a pea sized drop of pure argan oil between my palms and smooth it through that section. I then go onto the next section and repeat the process. It takes me about half an hour to dry all my hair, but it does look smooth and shiny and feels very soft. I only wash my hair once a week and when I'm at home I keep it in a low pony tail as this keeps it 'still' and prevents it springing outwards again. The argan oil may seem expensive but a little goes a long way and its definitely worth it.
