It’s no secret around here that I have fine, flat hair. I’ve written extensively about my favorite shampoos and conditioners to boost volume, the styling products that give my roots an extra lift, and the dry shampoos that don’t disappoint. But for my unsolicited Ted Talk of the week, I’m getting into the weeds with dry texturizers, which, in my humble opinion, is the most overlooked (yet vital!) component of a fine hair styling routine.
The short of the long: these products deposit an invisible, gritty coating on your hair, which prevents strands from butting up right against each other. The result is a lot more volume and body, especially at the root. The key to success is obviously a great formula, but don’t underestimate technique. Keep the bottle at least eight inches from your head when spraying to avoid a sticky, tacky feel. Small spurts of product at the roots—especially around the front pieces—is the way to go, followed by a good zhuzh with your hands.
