The Best Haircuts for Thick Hair: From Long Layers to Sleek Bobs
- fsciannamblo
- 6 days ago
- 2 min read
Thick hair is powerful. It has volume, strength, and presence, but without the right cut, it can feel heavy, bulky, or hard to control. The difference between a head of hair that feels like a burden and one that feels like your best asset often comes down to a skilled hairdresser who knows how to shape and balance it. Montreal’s salons are full of clients who walk in frustrated with their thickness and walk out discovering it was never a problem, they just needed the right cut.
Long Layers for Balance
Long layers are the go-to solution when you want to reduce bulk without losing length. By cutting weight in just the right places, your hairdresser can add flow and movement while still letting you enjoy that long, dramatic hair. Instead of feeling like a heavy curtain, your hair falls naturally into shape. This is especially helpful during Montreal summers, when humidity can make thick hair expand. Layers reduce that puffiness while keeping your look sleek. A great stylist will also customize how the layers frame your face… subtle for softness, bold for drama.
The Sleek Bob
Bobs have always been chic, but when paired with thick hair, they go from classic to powerful. Thick hair gives a bob natural body and sharpness that doesn’t need much styling effort. Whether it’s a blunt, jaw-length cut that screams precision or a slightly longer bob with angles for more movement, a sleek bob is the kind of hairstyle that commands attention. Imagine leaving the salon with clean, strong lines that carry you from a workday meeting straight into a night out in Griffintown. Thick hair makes that possible because it holds shape better than finer textures.
Textured Shags and Undercuts
If you’re feeling adventurous, thick hair opens the door to some of the edgiest styles. A modern shag turns thickness into lived-in texture, perfect for anyone who wants a style that looks rock-inspired but still wearable. For those who want to take it further, an undercut can instantly reduce bulk while adding personality. Undercuts can be hidden or bold, depending on how you style them, making them surprisingly versatile. Thick hair makes both styles look intentional, not accidental, because the volume holds their shape beautifully.
Let a Hairdresser Guide You
The most important thing with thick hair is trust. You need a stylist who knows how to balance weight and volume without leaving you with a triangular shape or too much bulk at the ends. A great hairdresser will create a cut that looks sharp on day one and continues to sit right as it grows out. The right stylist will also walk you through styling tips — which products will control frizz, which brushes enhance layers, and how often to book trims so your cut stays intentional.
Book your appointment at Casse-Tête and let thick hair become your best asset.
