Blunt cut. If you have a finer hair texture but like to keep your length long, Seamus McKernan, hairstylist and Nioxin Top Artist, recommends asking your stylist for a blunt haircut. "Blunt cuts have a solid, clean line at the perimeter of the hair that gives the appearance of fuller hair.
Layered and textured waves make the hair look wider, Tesler says, which gives the illusion that you have fuller hair than you do. Ask your stylist to layer your hair so that it gives dimension to your strands.
"Layers tend to remove weight and can make hair look thinner. Long layers will remove just the right amount of weight to add volume at the root while keeping density throughout."
Generally speaking, the number one rule of dealing with thinning hair is to not let it get too long. This applies to men with both straight and curly hair, and anything in between. Close-cropped cuts will give your hair a more uniform appearance and make inconsistencies in fullness less noticeable.
"If you have thin hair, you'll want to keep the ends blunt instead of feathering them," Shakir suggests. "This gives the look of density and thickness." "Overlayering and too much texture can make fine hair look thin and limp," Marjan says, agreeing with Shakir. "Blunt cuts make the ends appear fuller and healthier."
A shag cut. can help make the hair appear more voluminous. A shag haircut has many layers, mainly on the upper and middle sections of the hair shaft. Because of the layers, the additional movement and texture will help add volume to your strands.
Rule 3: Don't get bangs, ever.
“If you have thin or thinning hair, I'd recommend avoiding a heavy bang,” said Crosby. "Instead, ask your stylist for long layers or wispy angles to frame your face. Creating bangs takes away from hair you have on the top of your head and, in turn, gives you less volume.
While normal layers can have the effect of making hair look thinner—a definite no-no for those of us with already thin strands—interior or invisible layers work to create texture and fullness. And according to Friese, they're also a great option for the person who wants to keep their hair on the longer side.
Lifestyle factors could include using certain hair products, wearing your hair up too tightly, experiencing high stress levels, or not getting enough of certain vitamins and minerals in your diet. People who have immune system deficiencies could also have thinning hair.
If you are experiencing thinning or balding, our Bosley experts recommend washing no more than three times a week.
Going for soft layers is an instant volumising haircut for thin, long hair. The layers add definition and depth to your locks and give it a soft and healthy look. Throw in some highlights for your hair and you'll have yourself a fresh, new look.
Highlighted hair causes the cuticle to get slightly roughed up. This gives the hair some texture and volume, creating the illusion of fuller and thicker hair. You will also notice your hair should hold curls and styles longer with a few highlights in there.
Layering is a cutting technique that removes weight from the internal lengths of the hair. Layers do not add volume, however; as they remove weight from inside the shape they do make the hair easier to hold the volume and shape added during styling and dressing.
Regularly Using Hot Styling Tools
"You should never use too much heat on fine/thin hair," Mast says. "In the salon, we very rarely use our hot tools turned all the way up and never do that on clients with fine hair. Having fine hair means that you definitely need to use a heat protector and turn the hot tools down."
"Ironically, with thinning hair it's important to make sure you get your hair cut regularly," says Julie Hensman, from Hensmans in Northampton. "Thinning hair can get out of shape more quickly, making it look more obvious". Booking in for regular trims can keep your hair looking its best.
Choose a volumizing shampoo and a clarifying shampoo once a week. The most important step for styling fine hair starts in the shower. Stay away from sulfates—detergents found in many shampoos—which can weaken hair follicles over time, making your hair susceptible to breakage and the appearance of thinning.
Blunt bangs can also boost the appearance of volume and fullness, making thin strands look visibly denser. Wispy bangs for thin hair add the element of soft, subtle texture and can be styled for enhanced volume.