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Hair Care for 30-Somethings (My Attempt to Not Be Greasy or Bald)
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items I have no clue what I’m doing with hair, but these things make it so I’m not a greasy mess every day. I have fine hair, oily roots, and extensions, and everything here is stuff I actually use to keep my hair looking clean, full, and intentional with ...
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Things That Help My Hair Look Clean Longer
Things That Add Volume Without Making It Worse
Things That Quietly Prevent Damage
Scalp & Hair Growth (Testing What Helps)
Things That Help My Hair Look Clean Longer
These are the products that keep my roots from getting oily five minutes after washing and help my hair look fresh without weighing it down or messing with my extensions.
I switched to these because regular towels were low-key ruining my hair. They dry hair faster without roughing it up, which helps reduce oil overload at the roots and protects my extensions from unnecessary tugging.
Microfiber Hair Towels (Extension-Safe Drying)
I use this when my hair gets oily five minutes after washing. It absorbs oil without that gritty aerosol feeling and gives actual lift. Zero technique required, which is ideal for me.
Non-Aerosol Dry Shampoo Volume Powder
I started using this when I noticed more shedding and thinning. It cleans well without stripping and helps my hair feel stronger and fuller over time.
Bondi Boost HG Shampoo for Thinning Hair
This is my occasional reset when product buildup starts making my hair limp and greasy. I don’t use it every wash, but it helps bring volume back when things feel off.
OUAI Clarifying Detox Shampoo - BEST CLARIFYING SHAMPOO!
Things That Add Volume Without Making It Worse
If something makes my hair greasy, flat, or stiff, it’s dead to me. These add lift and fullness while still playing nice with fine hair and extensions.
I bought this because my hair needs help and I need things to be easy. It dries fast, doesn’t flatten my roots, and doesn’t cook my extensions. My hair looks cleaner and fuller with minimal effort.
INFINITIPRO by Conair Hair Dryer
I truly don’t know how to style hair, but this makes it look like I do. It adds lift at the roots without grease or buildup and works with fine hair and extensions. Spray, blow dry, and my hair doesn’t collapse immediately.
Color Wow Raise the Root Thickening + Lift Spray
Things That Quietly Prevent Damage
I don’t do elaborate routines, but these help protect my hair from heat, friction, and breakage so it can actually grow and not look sad.
I did not think this would matter and I was wrong. I wake up with smoother hair, less tangling, and less oil spreading through my ends. If you have fine hair or extensions, this quietly saves your hair while you sleep.
Silk Bonnet for Sleeping (Must-Have with Extensions)
I use heat tools with extensions, so lightweight protection is non-negotiable. This spray protects from heat without making my hair greasy or slippery near the bonds.
L’Oréal Elvive Dream Lengths: Lightweight heat protectant for fine hair
I got this when I first got extensions and it really does help my hair blow-dry faster. It’s lightweight, doesn’t make my roots greasy, and makes heat styling feel less harsh on both my natural hair and extensions.
Kenra Platinum Blow-Dry Spray
These don’t tug, snap, or leave dents in fine hair. They hold without pulling at my roots or stressing my extensions, which is exactly what I want for everyday ponytails and buns.
Kitsch Recycled Fabric Seamless Hair Elastics
Scalp & Hair Growth (Testing What Helps)
’m fully in the “trying things and hoping for the best” phase with this one. I started using it because my hair is thinning and my scalp needs support. Too soon to claim dramatic results, but it feels lightweight, doesn’t make me greasy, and hasn’t c...
Initialiste Scalp & Hair Serum
I’m testing this because my scalp is oily but my lengths are fragile…an annoying combo. This cleans my roots without making my hair feel stripped, and so far my scalp seems calmer. Not declaring it a miracle yet, but it’s behaving better than most sh...
Spécifique Bain Divalent Balancing Shampoo
I’m trying this because my hair is fine, thinning, and easily overwhelmed. It’s pricier than what I usually buy, but so far it makes my hair feel softer and less fragile without weighing it down. Still testing, but my ends feel healthier and that fee...
Chroma Absolu Fondant Cica Chroma Conditioner
I use a small amount when I'm in a fancy mood want my hair to look smoother and more polished without weighing it down.
Kenra Platinum Silkening Heat Crème: Smoothing heat cream for fine hair
Lightweight volume that actually works for fine hair. Adds fullness without grease or crunch and holds up well with extensions. Spray, blow dry, done.
OUAI Thickening & Volume Spray (Fine Hair Friendly)
I use this in the shower to really clean my scalp without scratching it up. It helps loosen buildup, makes shampoo work better, and feels amazing.
Silicone Scalp Scrubber / Shampoo Brush