How do you apply texturizing powders?

[pooh8402]

Like Big Sexy Hair Powder Play or Aveda Pure Abundance?

I feel like I can't apply them correctly. Either it's too much, or it's not in the correct spot to do my hair any good, our something.

Any tips?

[seven7devils]

I can't say that I have personally used a texturizing powder, though I am interested in getting some.

I have watched a couple of videos that feature texturizing powder on You Tube and it seems like they just sprinkle a little bit on the roots where they want lift, then they massage it in. Most people seem to say that less is more.

Hope that helps!

[krismill]

Jun 30, 2015 11:21:59 GMT -5 seven7devils said:

I can't say that I have personally used a texturizing powder, though I am interested in getting some.

I have watched a couple of videos that feature texturizing powder on You Tube and it seems like they just sprinkle a little bit on the roots where they want lift, then they massage it in. Most people seem to say that less is more.

Hope that helps!

This is exactly how my stylist showed me. Lift your hair at the root in the back in a few different places. When you lift it, dust a little bit of the powder right on the scalp and rub in with about 3 fingers. Do that in a few places at the crown and after your hair is let back down zhush a little more with your fingers. And she explained to me that I could do that with my fingers throughout the day and the volume would come back. My favorite is Surface Push Styling Powder.

[pooh8402]

Jun 30, 2015 13:51:08 GMT -5 krismill said:

Jun 30, 2015 11:21:59 GMT -5 seven7devils said:

I can't say that I have personally used a texturizing powder, though I am interested in getting some.

I have watched a couple of videos that feature texturizing powder on You Tube and it seems like they just sprinkle a little bit on the roots where they want lift, then they massage it in. Most people seem to say that less is more.

Hope that helps!

This is exactly how my stylist showed me. Lift your hair at the root in the back in a few different places. When you lift it, dust a little bit of the powder right on the scalp and rub in with about 3 fingers. Do that in a few places at the crown and after your hair is let back down zhush a little more with your fingers. And she explained to me that I could do that with my fingers throughout the day and the volume would come back. My favorite is Surface Push Styling Powder.

That's what I do! It seems to come out too fast then it's way too much.

[Deleted]

I just watched a tutorial last week and they recommended putting it in the palm of your hand and rub your hands together and go in with your fingers. I haven't tried it yet, but makes sense; when I apply it directly to my roots, it always feels like way too much and makes my hair feel super dirty and can't even run my fingers through it.

[krismill]

Jun 30, 2015 14:20:18 GMT -5 pooh8402 said:

Jun 30, 2015 13:51:08 GMT -5 krismill said:

This is exactly how my stylist showed me. Lift your hair at the root in the back in a few different places. When you lift it, dust a little bit of the powder right on the scalp and rub in with about 3 fingers. Do that in a few places at the crown and after your hair is let back down zhush a little more with your fingers. And she explained to me that I could do that with my fingers throughout the day and the volume would come back. My favorite is Surface Push Styling Powder.

That's what I do! It seems to come out too fast then it's way too much.

Not sure what kind of openings are on the one you're using, but I did forget she told me to only open the holes on the lid halfway. Like you twist the top to either expose them or not, so you twist it to the point where each hole is only half open.

This picture kind of shows the holes I'm talking about:

[pooh8402]

Jun 30, 2015 14:49:26 GMT -5 krismill said:

Jun 30, 2015 14:20:18 GMT -5 pooh8402 said:

That's what I do! It seems to come out too fast then it's way too much.

Not sure what kind of openings are on the one you're using, but I did forget she told me to only open the holes on the lid halfway. Like you twist the top to either expose them or not, so you twist it to the point where each hole is only half open.

This picture kind of shows the holes I'm talking about:

Mine doesn't twist. It just had openings like a salt shaker. I use the BSH Powder Play.

[pooh8402]

Jun 30, 2015 14:34:58 GMT -5 @blonde407 said:

I just watched a tutorial last week and they recommended putting it in the palm of your hand and rub your hands together and go in with your fingers. I haven't tried it yet, but makes sense; when I apply it directly to my roots, it always feels like way too much and makes my hair feel super dirty and can't even run my fingers through it.

When I use that method, I feel like I can't get it to the scalp/roots, but rather next to the roots, you know?

That's why I asked! I was wondering whether people had some tricks.

[mrspost08]

Does this help give volume? My hair is flat. I only use coconut oil on my ends.

[pooh8402]

Jun 30, 2015 15:12:50 GMT -5 mrspost08 said:

Does this help give volume? My hair is flat. I only use coconut oil on my ends.

Yes, when used correctly. Which is my problem, I can't use it correctly AND consistently.

[krismill]

Jun 30, 2015 15:06:05 GMT -5 pooh8402 said:

Jun 30, 2015 14:49:26 GMT -5 krismill said:

Not sure what kind of openings are on the one you're using, but I did forget she told me to only open the holes on the lid halfway. Like you twist the top to either expose them or not, so you twist it to the point where each hole is only half open.

This picture kind of shows the holes I'm talking about:

Mine doesn't twist. It just had openings like a salt shaker. I use the BSH Powder Play.

Hmmm. That stinks, I'm sorry. I'm sure you've tried this, but maybe tap it onto your hand first to see how much actually comes out before doing it on your scalp? It really is "less is more". If I get "too" little (in other words, I can't feel it with my fingers) I just tap again.

[xokell2]

I use osis powder. I sprinkle some on my hand and then use a cheap elf blush brush to push it into my roots

[tinybride]

Jun 30, 2015 19:18:24 GMT -5 xokell2 said:

I use osis powder. I sprinkle some on my hand and then use a cheap elf blush brush to push it into my roots

This. I love the osis powder! I normally just sprinkle it on the top of my hair in the back, but I'm going to try putting it in my hand next time.

[aaxoxo75]

Im glad I read this, thank you ladies for all your tips. My hair is flat and I am always looking for ways of giving it some volume/texture.

[pooh8402]

I sprinkled into my hands this morning and it was a little bit easier. Not as much texture/volume as the other method, but this way I can go slowly and not put too much.

[gringachef]

I don't have enough patience for powders but can't say enough good things about these sprays- www.amazon.com/Oribe-Texturing-Hair-Spray-Ounce/dp/B003NXM9HS

www.amazon.com/Bumble-Thickening-Dryspun-Finish/dp/B00D3ZM29Q

[seven7devils]

I've also watched people hold the bottle kind of sideways and squeeze it a little, then the powder comes out in a :::poof::: and then you don't get too much.

Also, maybe try really over extending your hair to one side when you're trying to apply the powder only to your roots. Maybe then you will have better luck getting it on your roots?

[Deleted]

My stylist taught me to shake a bit in my hands, pat it together quick, flip your hair upside down and rub it in.

I've never had a problem that way and it's done great things for my fine and flat but a lot of it hair.

I hear you on the BSH shaker though. That thing is a messy PITA. Love the product, hate the container.

[mrsukyankee]

I've done the same as @justdairy - I put some in my hands, rub together and flip my head upside down and put it in.