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Thin hairhas its advantages: it air-dries quickly, requires less product, and styles faster.
David Urbanke. Wardrobe Styling by Yuiko Ikebata. Makeup by Deanna Melluso. Hair by Jerome Cultrera.
However, when youre aiming to rock a mega-voluminous look, thin hair can pose some challenges.
I asked a few professional hairstylists to share their best tips for creating the appearance of thicker hair.
Read on for 10 totally doable, quick ways to whip fine hair into a full, bouncy mane.
Add a few waves.
Straight, fine-textured hair tends to lay flat against your head.
For instant body, try styling hair with acurling iron or wand.
Begin by prepping with a thermal protectant spray likeTRESemme Thermal Creations Heat Tamer Spray($8).
Worried about heat damage?
As a heat-free alternative, Nordstrom recommends using Velcro rollers for creating soft, bouncy curls.
Dont skip the blow dryer.
Air-drying is much faster when you have fine hair, but blow drying might be worth the effort.
With the right technique, it’s possible for you to achievea significantly fuller look.
She recommends theDyson Airwrap Styler($599), which comes with multiple attachments.
(Yes, it’s a cousin of the famed$400 Dyson Supersonic hair dryer.)
Rock bangs or a bob.
Choosing the right haircut can do wonders to create the illusion of thicker locks.
If youre thin on top,consider getting bangsto camouflage a sparse hairline.
She also warns that long hairstyles, while pretty, can weigh down fine hair.
Instead, opt for a length that will make your ends appear fuller, like a cropped bob.
Ever dream about rocking a high ponytailas thick and long as Ariana Grandes?
Clip-ins offer immediate length and fullness, says Nordstrom.
Plus, theyre easily removable for minimal damage to your natural hair.
TryVario Clip-In Human Hair Extensions($74 and up), as celebrity hairstylist Gregg Giannilloswears by them.
Add lowlights or highlights.
A little color goes a long way to develop dimension in hair.
Conversely, a few well-placed, sun-kissed highlights can breathe warmth and texture into darker hair.
Spray on some root concealer.
Well let you in on a secretroot concealer isntjustfor touching up grays.
Root concealing sprays just might be the quickest way to create a fuller appearance at your crown.
Sometimes the best solution is the easiest.
Changing your part is a quick and simple way to add body to fine, flat hair.
After years of parting your hair to the same side, it essentially becomes trained to lay limp.
Try switching things up, and youll be amazed at the instantaneous lift in your locks.
Sprinkle on some hair-building fibers.
Sprinkle the fibers onto sparse areas of your hair andvoilaan instantaneous transformation.
Plus, its wind-, rain-, and sweat-resistant, so youll never have to worry about run-off.
Avoid products containing alcohol.
Next time you shop for a hair product, be sure to check the ingredients.
If it contains alcohol, skip it.
Simply put, you need sebum to keep your hair strong and moisturized.
Teasing is a classic way to get more lift from your crown, according to Nordstrom.
She was happy to share a lesson in Backcombing 101.
Lift a section of hair just behind the very top of your head," Nordstrom explained.
Next, take the section of hair just in front of the cushion and flip back and over.
This will hide the teased portion and leave you with smooth height and instant fullness.
We promise you wont end up with an outrageously outdated bouffant!
