Why Straight Hair is Hard to Style

Despite what some might think, styling straight (type 1) hair can be a massive challenge. Wondering why? Several issues could be at play, and the more you know, the better. Read on to find out why straight hair can be a nightmare to style and what to do about it. 

Styling issues with Straight Hair

From textural struggles to improper styling products and techniques, many things may contribute to type 1 straight hair styling issues. Here are the main ones:

Your Texture is Silky

Straight hair has virtually no texture - no curls, kinks, etc. Since it doesn’t, braids, updos, and other hairdos need extra encouragement to stay put. Without natural bends or coils to anchor your styles, you’ll need products like texturizing sprays, dry shampoo, and strong-hold hairsprays to help with grip and volume. Even then, your styles might not last as long compared to textured hair.

Imperfections Are Ultra-Visible

As beautiful as straight hair is, it typically comes along with flatness. Since your hair is flush to your scalp, imperfections like flyaways and split ends really stick out. Because of this, you may need more time to coax each strand into place. And if you’re late on your trims or have color-treated or chemically-processed hair, you’re more likely to have highly visible damage. 

It Often Lacks Volume

When trying to volumize straight hair for a style, you’re sure to encounter some resistance. Straight hair is notoriously flat by nature - add gravity to the mix, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for limp hair. This can make achieving and maintaining voluminous styles a true feat. 

Using the Wrong Products

Your hair product stash has a huge bearing on your straight hair styling experience. Here are some product-related issues that can impact styling:

·      Using products that don’t gel with your hair type

·      Not using hair products correctly per the packaging instructions

·      Failing to include products that your hair needs 

Tips to Make Straight Hair Styling Easier

Just because your hair is straight doesn’t mean you have to struggle with styling. Here are our top tips to help you achieve the looks you want without the stress:

·      Ensure your hair is adequately moisturized. Chronically dry hair is vulnerable to issues like split ends, a wiry texture, and widespread breakage. Keeping your hair moisturized can be as easy as deep conditioning regularly and adding a high-quality leave-in to your routine.

·      Moisturize your hair regularly to prevent split ends, breakage, and a visibly wiry texture.

·      Blow-dry upside down or with a round brush to boost volume, focusing on your roots.

·      Get regular trims to stave off split ends and damage that make styling more of an ordeal.

·      Pin and set styles while they cool to make them last longer.

So, there you have it - why your straight hair is hard to style and tips to make the process more manageable. If you haven’t already done so, we encourage you to check out Daily Dose Clean Moisture Deep Conditioner and Clean Moisture Leave-in Conditioner. They make styling effortless by boosting your hair’s moisture levels and easing detangling, so you can manipulate your strands without difficulty. And since they’re formulated for all hair types (straight included), you don’t have to worry about them weighing your hair down. Check them out here.

Author: Andrea Reyes
 
Andrea is a mother, wife, writer, and natural hair enthusiast of 15+ years. Currently on her natural hair journey, she’s been trying countless products and techniques to understand and embrace her natural hair. She is the creator of CurlAdvice.com, a new website featuring informative articles that share tips, tricks, and techniques aimed to help others learn to love their hair through proper hair care. She writes with the hope of making hair care easier to understand and implement.