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Product recommendations for thin/fine/fragile hair:
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items I have thin, wavy hair that I prefer to wear straight, so my hair needs gentle products that protect from heat damage.
I prefer using a blowout brush to a traditional blow dryer because I feel like it makes my hair smoother and cuts down on flat iron time.
One Step Styling Thermal Blowout Brush
My CHI iron is hot pink with a banana print, found at TJ Maxx. I love their creative prints! Mine works great for both straightening and curling, making it convenient for travel.
CHI 1-inch Ceramic Flat Iron
This leave-in spray left my hair smelling so good and feeling soft after straightening. One downside, the spray nozzle has a tendency to clog, but it's easy to pour the product in another bottle.
Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Joia™ Milky Leave-In Conditioner
I usually alternate between Hask and L'Oreal shampoos. This is one of the few shampoos that actually made my hair feel more voluminous after using.
Hask Biotin Boost Thickening Shampoo
My other favorite drugstore shampoo that smooths my frizzy hair without weighing it down too much. Dream Lengths Curls is hard to find where I live, but the regular Dream Lengths line also works well.
L'Oreal Elvive Dream Lengths Curls Shampoo
This thick hair mask had an intense cake scent, but the scent washed out easily and left my hair soft and frizz-free.
Palmer's Coconut Oil Deep Conditioning Hair Mask
I brought this one when I came overseas and my partner used it up! When showers aren't available on long layovers, dry shampoo helps my oily hair feel a little bit cleaner.
Not Your Mother's Dry Shampoo
I usually stick to drugstore products for, uh, financial reasons, but I found a mini set of Verb Ghost Shampoo & Conditioner at Ulta and I wish it had lasted longer! My hair felt clean and lightweight after washing. I only wish it smelled as good...
ghost™ shampoo | weightless + cleanse
Remember a little bit goes a long way. I use this oil on the ends of my hair to fight frizz and dryness, and add a bit of shine.
VERB ghost™ oil
I've noticed less breakage and hair loss after making it a habit to use heat protectant spray. I've tried a few, but I like the tropical scent of this one by Aussie.
Aussie Total Miracle Heat Protecting Spray
Honestly, there are other cheaper hairsprays that work well. I currently use Tresemme. But occasionally I'll treat myself because this big red can just looks more fun.
SexyHair Big Spray & Play Volumizing Hairspray
Unfortunately, my flat iron habit has caused some breakage. A wax stick conveniently cleans up flyaways for ponytails or updos.
TIGI Bed Head Hair Wax Stick
Satin or silk scrunchies are slightly slippery so they won't snag hair. I like to use the “skinny” ones because they don't draw attention to my thin ponytails. (I bought mine at both Earthbound and Anthropologie, but these from Kitsch look exactly th...
Kitsch Ultra Petite Satin Scrunchies - 6pk
I used to work in a boutique that sold Teleties claw clips. I love how they come in 3 sizes to fit different hair thicknesses. They're also very sturdy. I stepped on mine and it's still in one piece!
Teleties Flat Hair Clips
A satin pillowcase helps prevent further breakage. (I usually get my bedding at TJ Maxx because they always have a great selection.) Another upside, I feel like it makes your pillow feel cool for longer!
Satin Pillowcase