Haircut techniques for thick hair: top 3 options

A popular simple method among clients to measure hair thickness is to measure the thickness of the ponytail using a measuring tape. If the thickness of the tail is less than 5 cm, then the hair is sparse; if it is 5-10 cm, then such strands can be classified as medium density, and those over 10 cm are thick.

But for a hairdresser who is going to choose a haircut for thick hair, this measurement method is definitely not suitable. Why, what to focus on and what equipment to use – shared our permanent expert.

Evgeniy Pecheritsa, creative director of the HAIRDESIGN academy, international class master with 15 years of experience, creator of the HAIRDESIGN academy training system and the formation of a teaching structure for the teacher of the entire team, teaching experience - 9 years

How is hair thickness determined?

When determining hair density, it is important for the hair stylist to remember that it is determined in each zone separately, and not in the total mass - this is a factor that greatly influences the creation of a haircut.

A popular situation among clients is uneven hair density in different areas. In this case, there is a specific solution. If the client has a large density of hair on the back of the head, and on the temples, for example, the curls are not thick, then you need to create a shape using a combination of different techniques.

It is also important to indicate the goal: to reduce density or emphasize it.

We will define techniques depending on the chosen task:

If you need to reduce the thickness of a client’s hair, then you should use the “layers” technique with hair pulling over 90 degrees.

If the stylist needs to emphasize the thickness of the hair, then the “line” technique is ideal.

If your hair needs “lightening” from roots to ends, then texturizing techniques are ideal.

Remember that using a combination of techniques is something that a hairdresser will always need when working with almost every client, because in most clients the density is not evenly distributed over the head.