Your Guide to Decoding and Caring for Fine Hair
The texture of your hair plays a significant role in defining its character. In fact, it is the primary factor you should consider when building an effective hair care regimen and choosing hair products. Despite it being an important aspect, there is still a lot of confusion when it comes to indulging in proper care for different hair textures. For instance, let’s discuss - ‘Fine Hair’. Did you know it is possible for one to have fine, thick hair? Agreed, understanding how to take care of fine hair can sound complicated. But with proper knowledge and products by your side, you can master fine hair care with ease. At Redken, the hair care experts have compiled a comprehensive guide on hair care routines for fine hair so you can give your hair the care it needs and deserves.
What Is Fine Hair
Contrary to common assumptions, 'fine' hair is not synonymous with 'thin' hair. 'Fine' hair refers to the small diameter or width of the individual hair strand while 'thin' hair indicates fewer hair strands on the head. To put it simply, fine hair focuses more on the characteristics of the hair strands, and not on their quantity. It is possible to have fine, thick hair, which can suggest that you have a lot of delicate hair strands. The key to treating fine hair is to find reliable, fine-friendly hair products and curate a specialised hair care routine for fine hair.
How To Know If Your Hair Is Fine
If you are unsure whether your hair falls under the category of fine hair, you can find out using this simple DIY test. Roll a single hair strand between your fingers. If you can’t feel the strand between your fingers, your hair can be termed as fine hair. Medium hair can be felt on the fingers while thick or coarse hair is easily noticeable. You can also compare the thickness of your hair with a sheet of paper. If the hair strand is thinner than the paper, it can be identified as fine hair.
Tips On How to Take Care Of Your Fine Hair
1. Don’t overuse hair care products
Ideally, fine hair should be treated delicately for best results. Overuse of certain hair care products can weigh the hair down. Instead of using harsh shampoos, you can switch to a gentler option like Redken's Deep Clean Dry Shampoo for adding texture and extra volume to your hair. Use a small amount of the product to cleanse and refresh your hair without weighing it down.
2. LIMIT HEAT EXPOSURE
Fine hair is more susceptible to heat damage than other hair types. So, reducing exposure to heat-styling tools is advisable. Additionally, it is non-negotiable to apply a heat protectant before using heat styling tools if you have fine hair, or any hair type for that matter.
3. REINFORCE STRENGTH
Fine hair naturally lacks protein. This makes it crucial to stock up on all of the strengthening treatments. To reinforce the strength of your hair, you can opt for the Redken Extreme CAT Treatment.
HAIR CARE FOR OILY, FINE HAIR
- USE HAIR CLEANSING CREAM
- USE DEEP CLEAN DRY SHAMPOO
This Hair Cleansing Cream is ideal for an oily scalp. It is formulated with 2% Cleansing Complex and fruit acid to eliminate product build-up, excess oil and pollution residue, leaving your hair thoroughly clean and shiny. Use it periodically to detox and remove any product build-up that may weigh down the hair or cause greasiness.
This high-performance dry shampoo extends the life of any blowout without weighing down fine hair or leaving a white residue. Redken's Deep Clean Dry Shampoo offers maximum oil absorption to combat greasy, oily roots for up to four days (or more!) after your last wash.
HAIR CARE FOR DRY, FINE HAIR
- USE A STRENGTHENING SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER
If you have fine, dry or damaged hair, we recommend using the Acidic Bonding Concentrate Shampoo by Redken. This is a gentle formula that provides ultimate strength repair, intense conditioning and hair color fade protection for damaged hair. You can follow it up with the Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner that restores the moisture in your hair without weighing it down.
HAIR CARE FOR ALL FINE HAIR TYPES
- USE EXTREME ANTI-SNAP LEAVE-IN TREATMENT
- USE A HEAT PROTECTANT SPRAY
The Extreme Anti-Snap Leave-in Treatment is essential for fine hair, especially if it is prone to breakage. It uses proteins, ceramides and a fortifying complex to protect against various damages and hair breakage, strengthening the hair strands.
Heat protection is a must for all hair types, including fine hair. We recommend using the Thermal Spray from Redken. Formulated with cranberry seed oil and ceramides, this lightweight, non-sticky spray can be used before styling to protect your hair, add shine and reduce frizz.
Defining and caring for fine hair doesn't have to be a daunting challenge. It's all about understanding your unique hair texture and curating a hair care routine that caters specifically to your hair type. Transform your fine hair into healthy, strong and shiny hair by trying out Redken’s range of hair care products and being mindful of the above-mentioned tips. Visit Redken India or your nearest Redken salon to learn more about our range of professional hair care products.