Hair Care Routine for Straight Hair

While some might think that straight hair is easy to handle, it is not without its challenges. From frizz to volume and the rate at which buildup and oil show, straight hair types need just as much maintenance as anyone else. If you’re looking to revamp your style this season and are on the hunt for a hair care routine for straight hair — we’ve got the expert advice you need.

Straight hair is similar to blonde hair — from weight lines to split ends — it shows everything. For this reason, finding a haircut that works with your style as well as scheduling regular trims to avoid the dreaded split ends is imperative. How often you need a trim can vary from every 4 weeks to 4 months and will largely be determined by your cut, the thickness of your hair, lifestyle habits like how often you heat-style, and your hair care routine.

From your cut to your style, because straight hair tends to fall flat, you need to build volume from the start. Your stylist can utilise texturising techniques and weight removal during your cut to encourage this, but it really comes down to styling. Pair your freshly cleansed hair with BODY.BUILDER volumising mousse for larger than life volume, movement, and hold.

Some hair types can use conditioner from roots to ends without any issues. But, if you have straight + fine or thin hair, consider concentrating your conditioner towards the mid-lengths and ends when looking to create volume in your style.

Straight hair types tend to notice oil quicker than others, which is why keeping a great dry shampoo on hand is key. In between utilising clarifying shampoo — like MAXI.WASH — once a week, opt for FRESH.HAIR dry shampoo on days when you want to refresh your strands.

Straight hair is a great canvas to showcase straight weight lines and edgy shapes within any haircut, but when it comes to the health of your hair it will also be the first to showcase your split ends. For this reason, picking up self-care habits like oiling your ends before bed or adding dry conditioner to your regular routine are essential. For either, we love YOUNG.AGAIN and YOUNG.AGAIN DRY CONDITIONER — with max rejuvenation and condition, this range will safeguard against damage and enhance the health of your hair.

There are times when a round brush is needed, but for the most part, straight hair types can easily be styled with a great paddle brush. This shape works best for straight hair and can also be used to detangle.

Within the straight hair category, you can have a variety of different hair types. Some will hold curl others remain stick straight and still others can have a mind of their own.

Our favourite hairstyle to pair with straight hair? The smooth blow dry. When looking to keep your style looking smooth, start with SMOOTH.AGAIN WASH + RINSE and prep strands with SMOOTH.AGAIN before styling. If you want to add curl, prep hair with a product that adds memory hold like EVER.BOUNCE. And remember, when styling straight hair, think about using products to enhance your natural texture instead of completely changing it.