Should the hair be degraded?
Not always. “In fact, there are different methods of degradation, explains Stephan, hairstylist at the Leonor Greyl salon. Above all, you should not taper this hair, because it would lose even more volume, but rather achieve what is called a “deep staking” It is a question, on certain locks of the thickness of a finger, to cut a few micro-locks of four or five hairs with the point of the scissors.These, by bristling, will serve as guardians for the longer locks, and thus create a trompe l’oeil volume at the roots without removing material.” But beware, only a hairdresser can perform this technique which requires skill.
The ideal, a short haircut?
Not necessarily. “You have to adapt the length to the density of the hair fiber” says Emmanuel Montecino, hairdresser at the Aveda Monticeno salon. Sometimes all it takes is an extra inch to get the desired result. Cutting on dry hair also allows you to better define the volumes. For Stephan: “on fine hair, the cut is no longer appropriate after a month and a half.” It must therefore be refreshed regularly.
Is it more difficult to have density on the lengths?
Yes, but not impossible. If you want volume on the lengths (not on the roots), that is to say more density, a gradient on the half-lengths will give fullness and movement to the hair, because “the volume is before a whole optical effect, and not only of material”, explains Emmanuel Montecino.
Are mousse, spray and lacquer the same?
No. If you want a volumizing effect at the roots to provide some swelling for an evening, apply a volumizing mousse to the roots that are still wet or a texturizing powder. But to give density to the roots and lengths, sheathing serums or thickening tonics are the most suitable, because they will add thickness. The hairspray, provided it is thin, is useful: not as a finish on the top of the head, but by spraying it on the roots, head down, before rebrushing.
Can treatments help me?
Yes. The “styling” products are an aid that should not be overlooked, but need to be well chosen so as not to weigh down the hair. “You should not multiply the treatments and especially avoid those that “overload” the hair, because they must remain airy, specifies Stephan. The difficulty is that the look obtained is great just after applying the product, but. .. it doesn’t last.”
Drying upside down, is it useful?
Yes and no. “It puffs up the sides and, contrary to popular belief, it flattens the top!” , says Emmanuel Montecino. To be reserved as needed for volume on the lengths.
Other solution : “We position our hair dryer on hot air to tame the hairstyle, and we don’t forget to finish with a minute of cold air to fix the movement, recommends Stephan. Because if we run our fingers through the hair or its brush before, we break the result obtained.” Prefer gentle drying by styling with your fingertips rather than ever more aggressive brushing. Above all, do not brush your hair when it is wet! This damages them and they may break more quickly.
Does clay lighten oily hair?
Yes. If your scalp tends to be greasy, make a mask with clay or rhassoul (volcanic clay from Morocco) once a week (at most). The minerals contained in this clay promote the absorption and regulation of sebum, eliminate dandruff and soothe itching. Rhassoul restores volume, shine and softness. It cleans without damaging the protective sheath of the hair. Apply to previously combed hair. Apply the mask from roots to ends. Lightly massage the scalp, leave on for a quarter of an hour, then rinse thoroughly.
For flat hair, are masks recommended?
Yes. Especially those based on henna, because this vegetable powder strengthens and sheaths the hair fiber. It can therefore be used to make “volumising cures”. The goal is not to color, but to create texture: it is therefore imperative to choose a neutral henna. Mix the powder with a little hot water, apply all over the hair and leave on for 20 to 30 minutes. The density effect is quite impressive.
Last tip: avoid hair products with silicones. If they make it possible initially to make the hair shinier and denser, they also weigh them down in the long term.
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Our Experts: Emmanuel Montecino, from the Aveda Montecino salon, and Stephan, from the Leonor Greyl salon.
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