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15 Problems Only Girls With Thick Hair Understand

April 24, 2015 by Sara Alderman
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The struggle is real for girls with thick hair. Our homes are covered with stray strands, we can't do our own blowouts and air drying takes a full 24 hours (or more!). If this sounds like you, then you will definitely relate to these 15 #thickhairproblems in the slideshow. [Photos: Imaxtree, Shutterstock]
Stylish haircut showcasing modern hair trends.

Going for a haircut and blowout takes at least an hour.

Two hairdressers collaborating on a client's hairstyle.

Sometimes there's even two hairdressers working on your hair at the same time just to speed up the process.

Hair shedding on a bathroom floor.

It sheds...everywhere.

Scunci black no-damage hair elastics pack.

These are the ONLY hair ties that actually hold up your ponytail or bun. [Photo: Ulta]

Tips for air-drying thick hair effortlessly.

People ask, "Why is your hair still wet if you showered five hours ago?" You answer, "Because, my hair takes a full 24 hours to dry, OK????"

Hermione-inspired hairstyle with elegant curls.

Brushing your hair when it's dry is asking to look like Hermoine (in her early years, obvs).

Wigo Color Express paddle brush for smooth hair.

Breaking hair brushes a la Mia Thermopolis (Anne Hathaway) in Princess Diaries is the norm. [Photo: Ulta]

Friends enjoying a haircare day together.

Your friends, who have known you for years, still don't believe it takes 2 hours to do your own hair.

Hair shed accumulation in a bathroom.

Your hair gets caught on anything it comes in contact with, and then you have to painfully pull it out (RIP those strands).

Ponytail causing discomfort and headaches.

You get a headache when your hair is in a ponytail for more than 2 hours. There's just so. much. hair. to hold up.

Clogged drain caused by hair buildup.

Your shower drain clogs with hair on the reg.

Managing thick hair: tips and tricks.

You wake up or leave places early just so you have enough time to do your hair--it's an activity.

Ulta Diane Mebco detangler for high volume hair.

A comb? On you hair? LOL. [Photo: Ulta]

Low water pressure affecting hair washing experience.

Low water pressure? You'll be in the shower for a good 45 minutes.

Triangle haircut style for a trendy look.

You will NEVER be able to cut it short because then you'll look like a triangle head #truestory.

 

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