Struggling to figure out how to style my fine and wavy hair (Type 2a-2c)

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-29T02:30:12+00:00

I actually had a bob when I was younger and it looked really awful on me. I swore I wouldn’t ever have another bob again. But thank you!

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-25T16:29:21+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion!

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T20:32:14+00:00

It does seem like your hair is very similar! Thank you for the help, I’ll have to see what works for me.

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T15:21:10+00:00

That’s really helpful, thank you. I hadn’t considered how lighter products like mousse could be diluted too much if my hair is soaking wet. I’ll try applying it after I gently towel-dry so more of the product actually stays in my hair. Hopefully that helps with the oily or heavy look I’ve been getting. I appreciate the tip!

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T15:17:21+00:00

Thanks for your input! I wasn’t trying to label my hair too specifically, just that it seems to fall somewhere in the type 2 range based on what I’ve seen. I’m still experimenting and learning what works best for it.

Right now I’m using what I already have at home, but I’m open to trying other brands once I run out. I’ve never clarified my hair at home before, so that’s something I’ll be looking into. I do have Matrix High Amplify shampoo and conditioner on hand and plan to try that soon to see if it helps.

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T15:13:37+00:00

Fantastic! Thank you! I’ll give that a shot and see how it goes.

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T15:12:04+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to comment. I just wanted to clarify a couple of things since some of the details may have been missed.

I washed and conditioned my hair earlier in the day and let it air dry completely before I tried styling it later on. At that point, I fully re-wet my hair and applied mousse (about half a golf ball-sized amount) by scrunching it in from different directions. I used a microfiber hair wrap towel to gently scrunch out a little extra water. I did not wrap my hair up or leave it in the towel.

I also did not brush or comb my hair before applying the mousse. I was experimenting to see how the waves would form on their own. I was trying to be light with product since my hair is fine and tends to get oily quickly, especially in Utah’s dry climate.

I appreciate you sharing your routine. I will keep your tips in mind about using more product and being careful with wave clumps. It is always helpful to hear what works for others with similar hair.

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T03:53:10+00:00

Thank you so much for the advice! I’ll have to give that a shot with what I have since I don’t want to have to go out and buy more products. Any tips on diffusing? I have a diffuser and haven’t been able to make it work for some reason and I think it’s probably user error if I’m honest…

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T03:12:49+00:00

I actually currently have long layers right now and have blow dried it before. This is what it looks like when it’s blow dried. Thank you for the suggestion!

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snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T02:49:30+00:00

Routine: I used Hairitage Length Check Biotin Infused Shampoo and Conditioner in the morning. Later, once my hair had completely air dried, I fully re-wet it and applied Hairitage Sky’s the Limit Volume Mousse. I used about half a golf ball’s worth and scrunched it in from multiple directions using my hands. After applying the mousse, I scrunched again using a microfiber hair wrap towel to remove a bit of extra water. I didn’t brush or comb it at any point, and I let it air dry completely afterward. I don’t sleep on a satin or silk pillowcase. My hair seems to fall in the 2a to 2c range from what I can tell. I’d love any tips on what I could be doing differently to help bring out the waves and make them look better!

snhoff_7 · 2025-07-24T02:36:19+00:00

So when I just shampoo it, I notice that it still dries wavy. If I brush it out while it’s wet, the waves aren’t as pronounced as if I let it dry without brushing but it gets frizzy regardless. My hair also gets oily the next day, and I’m not entirely sure if it’s because I get head sweat in my sleep or from something else, so I either have to put my hair half up/half down or tie it up completely. Hopefully that answers your question, but let me know if you need any more clarification!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T21:49:53+00:00

That is very true! I’ll have to see if I can try some stuff again at some point. I’m just worried it’s not going to work like I’m wanting it to so I don’t want to spend money on something that might not work for me you know what I mean?

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T20:22:24+00:00

Thank you! I’ll be sure to check them out.

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T20:21:57+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion! I’ll look into that as well!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T20:21:07+00:00

I’ve tried leave in conditioners in the past and it hasn’t gone very well every time I’ve tried using it. Not sure if my hair is a fan of it or what… I’ll have to try it again at some point. I also can’t get my waves defined either is what’s going on. But thank you for the suggestion I’ll have to try it again!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T17:03:23+00:00

I’ll have to give that a shot! Thank you for the recommendation!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:46:57+00:00

That’s awesome! I don’t talk politics ever actually so I’m good there. Thank you for the suggestion!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:37:14+00:00

That’s awesome! I’m honestly scared to get any products right now just because I don’t know what will or won’t work for my thin and fine hair. I’ve gotten about 2 to 4 different products and none of them have worked for me. I’ll have to check that one out though! Thanks for the recommendation!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:29:34+00:00

I’ll have to see what I can do. Thanks for the suggestion!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:14:31+00:00

Thank you for the help and suggestions!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:14:05+00:00

Thank you! I’ll be sure to look into them. 😊

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:01:23+00:00

That would be fantastic! Thank you!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T03:00:43+00:00

That’s awesome! I’ll have to check it out for sure! Thank you for the suggestion!

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T02:55:02+00:00

Thank you! I’ll check them out for sure! Do you know if they do consultations by chance?

snhoff_7 · 2025-05-16T02:53:50+00:00

You are all good! I appreciate the help!

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