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How to Tame Thick & Unruly Hair for Men

Thick hair comes with its own set of challenges. It can be unruly, hard to handle, and takes forever to dry. Luckily, with the right tools, thick, luscious hair can be tamed. If you’ve been blessed (or cursed) with a super-thick head of hair, these tips will help you get your mane under control. Thanks to some experts, we've got all the advice you need to control a full head of hair. 

MEET THE EXPERT

  • Jeff White is a barber at Fellow Barber’s Williamsburg location.

Of course, the easiest way to control very thick hair is to simply cut it short. A shorter length can be a great option for those looking for a low-maintenance style. Depending on how it's cut, a shorter hair still leaves room for endless styling options. "Textured, shorter cuts work best for thick hair. When you texturize the hair with scissors, you’re removing bulk that many clients with thick hair do not want. It also lends itself to more edgier looks, which I love," says White.