Thin hairStyling thin hair can be difficult, especially if your hair tend to fall flat. Having thin hair means you have fewer hair strands on your head, which explains the lack of body and bounce. Thin hair is often confused with fine hair, which refers to the diameter of your hair strands. Fortunately, making thin hair look thicker is easier than you might think. Here are some tips to help you get started.

Choose the Right Haircut

Selecting the right haircut can add volume to your hair and make it easier to style. Short- to medium-length haircuts are best for thin hair as they add texture and movement. Hairstyles that suit thin hair include angled bobs and pixie cuts.

Create Loose Waves

Creating soft waves is one of the best ways to make thin hair look thicker. For best results, divide your hair into small sections and use a curling iron to create loose waves. To finish, separate your curls into many tiny curls and spritz your hair with volumizing hairspray while hanging your head upside down.

Part Your Hair to the Side

Parting your hair to the side can create volume at the roots, which instantly gives your hair a lift. If your hair naturally parts down the middle, create a deep side part while your hair is wet and use a fine-toothed comb to direct your hair to the side as you blow dry. Apply a gel to hold your part in place.

Perfect Your Blow-Drying Technique

Using the proper blow-drying technique can go a long way toward boosting your hair’s volume. When blow-drying your hair, tilt your head sideways and lift your hair at the roots to give your hair volume. For best results, loosely scrunch your hair while blow-drying.

Try a Loose Braid

Styling your hair into a loose braid can help to make your hair look fuller. Add volume to your braid by gently pulling the strands out to the side. For best results, add a hair accessory to enhance your look.

Choose the Right Color

Coloring your hair can plump up your hair strands and create the illusion of thicker hair. Light, multi-tonal colors work best on thin hair as they create light and shade. If your hair is naturally dark, opt for lowlights over all-over bleaching.

Finding the perfect hairstyle for thin hair can be a challenge, but there are steps you can take to make your hair look thicker and fuller. By choosing the right haircut and color and using the right styling techniques and tools, you can transform the appearance of your thin hair.

Having naturally thin hair is one thing, but if your hair is thinning due to aging or unnatural causes it can be devastating. At Genesis II we offer both surgical and non-surgical hair restoration procedures and treatments. To schedule a free hair loss evaluation call us at (315) 458-1074 or to contact us via email click here.

 

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