Is your hair thick, coarse, and unmanageable? Read on to discover which products and tools can help you tame your mane and achieve silky smooth locks.
Tame Your Mane: The Coarse Hair Survival Guide
Coarse Hair Survival Guide
Is your hair thick, coarse, and unmanageable? Read on to discover which products and tools can help you tame your mane and achieve silky smooth locks.
BLOWDRYER
Conair Comfort Touch Tourmaline Ceramic Styling Blow Dryer WHAT An ionic blow dryer WHO For people who blow-dry often and need a lightweight dryer that can smooth rough, coarse hair and achieve salon results at home WHY Ionic technology means this blow dryer can tame even the frizziest of hair. It’s also light, so it means less arm ache when you’re drying your hair Buy it now
BRUSH
Olivia Garden Healthy Hair Massage Brush WHAT A large bamboo paddle brush with an ionic technology cushion WHO For those who crave additional smoothing and detangling effects as they brush WHY This brush promises to detangle even the knottiest hair, reduce static, and massage your scalp to stimulate hair growth and promote a glossy sheen Buy it now
CONDITIONER
Kiehl's Amino Acid Conditioner WHAT A gentle daily conditioner WHO If you blow-dry frequently and suffer from dry, coarse ends but an oily scalp, this conditioner can be used often without stripping your hair of essential hydration WHY Coconut oil, jojoba oil, amino acids and wheat proteins condition your hair while adding strength and deep shine. The conditioner is lightweight so it doesn't leave your hair dull and weighed-down like other rich, oil-based conditioners. You only need a teaspoon-sized amount to soften and detangle so it's good value for money, too Buy it now
CURL-DEFINING CREAM
Privé Curl Activating Crème WHAT A styling cream for coarse, curly hair WHO For naturally curly ladies who are looking for a styling product that defines and separates curls while keeping frizz at bay WHY Dimethicones and polymers come together in this rich cream to smooth and fight frizz as well as condition and define natural curls. You only need one pump to create beautifully defined curls with incredible bounce. The subtle rose scent is also lovely, and it lightly perfumes your hair until your next wash Buy it now
DE-FRIZZER
Redken Smooth Lock Stay Sleek Leave-In Cream WHAT A leave-in cream that detangles and eliminates frizz to leave hair smooth WHO For those with very dry, unruly hair that tends to tangle WHY If smooth, glossy, and easy-to-manage hair seems far from reality, try this lightweight conditioning cream with amino acids to control even the most tangled hair without breakage. Thermo-active polymers deliver glossy shine and its light citrus scent keeps your hair smelling fresh for days after you wash it Buy it now
DRY SHAMPOO
Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk WHAT Dry shampoo with deep conditioning properties WHO For busy women who frequently blow-dry their hair and are looking to extend the life of a blowout, banish oily roots, and cleanse dirty hair without having to wash WHY A hit with celebrities and models, this is a lightweight, unscented powder in spray form that nearly instantly absorbs dirt and oil while also adding volume. It doesn't leave a white residue and the oat milk soothes and conditions your hair Buy it now
HAIR STRAIGHTENING IRON
Remington Style Therapy Frizz Therapy Flatiron WHAT A frizz-reducing straightening iron that smoothes and conditions with in-built silicones and ceramic plates WHO For those who regularly use flatirons to straighten and smooth their frizzy, coarse hair WHY This iron has an easy-hold grip and temperature controls to prevent overheating. It also has in-built silicone conditioners that leak from the porous ceramic plates to press heat-protective ingredients into individual strands of hair and control frizz at the point of contact Buy it now
HAIR COLOR
L'Oréal Paris Féria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Colour WHAT Home-use hair color system that gives you shiny, multi-faceted color with a smooth texture WHO For anyone looking for perfect coverage of gray hair, convenient home application and a vibrant hair color that will not further damage already dry, unruly hair WHY This award-winning hair color is easy to use and gives you soft, glossy results. Its gentle formula can be used on even the most dry, coarse hair to actually boost shine and manageability. It doesn't smell strong and the conditioner that's included in the pack seals in color to soothe unruly hair and ensure shimmering results Buy it now
HAIR MASK
Moroccanoil Intense Hydrating Mask WHAT A deep-conditioning hair mask WHO For those who need a rich mask to combat rough, dry hair that is prone to frizz WHY With regular use this mask will leave your hair smoother, shinier, softer, and thicker. Its tropical scent and creamy texture make it an indulgent weekly treat for coarse hair that will hydrate, repair and add intense gloss Buy it now
SHAMPOO
Shu Uemura Art of Hair Moisture Velvet Nourishing Shampoo for Dry Hair WHAT Nourishing, moisturizing shampoo WHO For those who need a gentle cleanser that hydrates and repairs even the most parched, damaged hair WHY This ultra-hydrating shampoo with camellia oil lathers up to a lightly scented and deeply nourishing treatment that will leave your hair silky from root to tip Buy it now
SHINE ENHANCER
John Frieda Clear Shine Luminous Glaze WHAT A colorless at-home glossing treatment that lasts a week WHO If you're looking for a long-lasting glaze without subjecting your hair to strong keratin treatments and chemical straighteners, give this a try WHY Use this silicone-based product after shampooing and conditioning to give your hair brilliant shine that lasts—all from the comfort of home Buy it now
BLOW-DRY CREAM
Bumble and Bumble Straight Blow Dry WHAT A styling balm applied to hair before you blow-dry to help create a straight, sleek result WHO For those of you who regularly straighten your hair but are concerned about heat damage to your already coarse locks WHY This easy-to-use balm is light and distributes evenly through damp hair without having to comb through. It doesn't weigh your hair down and the panthenol, glycerin, and dimethicones create a smooth finish without frizz that lasts even in the most humid conditions Buy it now