Hair Care for Thick Hair: Washing, Oiling and Drying Made Easier

Thick hair is often seen as a blessing, and it is, but anyone who has it knows the downside: washing takes ages, oil is hard to spread and drying can take hours. A simple routine with a few smart habits makes thick hair much easier to manage.

Wash day, made easier

  1. Detangle first, with fingers or a wide-tooth comb, before wetting your hair.
  2. Wet hair thoroughly. Thick hair takes longer to soak through.
  3. Wash in sections, focusing shampoo on the scalp.
  4. Condition the lengths and ends.
  5. Rinse well, since product can hide in thick hair.

Oiling thick hair

Thick hair can take more oil to cover, but go slowly. The Hair Revival Oil is a lightweight, fast-absorbing blend of bhringraj, amla, onion seed and black seed oil, made for all hair types.

  • Part hair into sections so oil reaches the scalp.
  • Use fingertips to massage gently.
  • Start with a small amount and add more only if needed. See how much hair oil to use.
  • Leave it on for an hour or two, or overnight, before washing.

A weekly hair mask

The Root Revival Hair Mask has amla, bhringraj and black sesame oil. Apply to damp hair section by section, massage for 2 to 3 minutes, leave for 15 to 20 minutes and rinse well. Use 2 to 3 times a week. See how to use a hair mask.

Drying

  • Squeeze water out gently with a microfibre towel or cotton T-shirt.
  • Let it air-dry in sections if you have time.
  • Use a dryer on low heat if you need to, and keep it moving.
  • Do not tie hair up wet for long.

Detangling

  • Start at the ends and work up.
  • Use a wide-tooth comb.
  • Be patient; pulling causes breakage.

Styling tips

  • Loose braids or buns at night help prevent tangles.
  • Avoid very tight hairstyles every day.
  • Get regular trims, including thinning if you like a lighter feel.

Common mistakes

  • Not rinsing properly, leaving residue near the scalp.
  • Too much oil, which takes multiple washes to remove.
  • Tying up damp hair for hours.
  • Brushing hard from the roots down.

Habits that help

Long hair too? Read long hair care routine. Curly? See curly hair care routine.

If you notice sudden hair loss or scalp problems, see a doctor or dermatologist.

Quick questions

How often should I wash thick hair? Many people with thick hair wash two or three times a week. Adjust to your scalp.

How do I make drying faster? Squeeze out water with a microfibre towel and dry in sections.

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Patch-test any new hair product on a small area of skin for 24 hours first. Stop using it if you notice irritation. This article is general hair care guidance, not medical advice.

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