Styling fine hair can be a bothersome experience—there’s not enough hair to work with, the hair refuses to hold its curls, and the entire look can fall flat. It has a delicate texture that’s usually described as silky or baby soft. The quantity could be either sparse or abundant, but the diameter of each strand is smaller than average.
With proper care and the right haircut, style, and products, you’ll be able to make your hair look and feel thicker—with lots of volume and movement. There are endless styling options, so check out these 12 hairstyles we put together for your next hair appointment:
Short bob
Bob cuts work great with the soft, baby-hair texture that fine hair has. The look is supposed to be sleek and chic, which comes naturally with thinner hair. This hairstyle can be worn either straight or with tousled waves for extra volume.
Spritz some hair volumizing spray with your hair flipped forward and brush it through, then flip it back and comb over the top to make it look neater. Pushing up the roots makes the hair look fuller.
You can also go for the glass hair effect! Ensure that your hair’s thoroughly moisturized and work with clean, newly washed strands. Use a leave-in conditioner and shine cream before straightening it alongside a brush for super shiny, reflective hair.
Short layers and side bangs
Girls with fine hair should generally avoid full, thick bangs because of the amount of hair they take away from the length. However, a soft side bang can add a lot more life to your hairstyle and prevent it from looking dull. It’s a versatile piece that can work with your hair being both up or down.
Too much layering can thin out your hair even more, but short, well-placed layers can add a lot more drama to your hairstyle and prevents it from falling flat. The shorter hair looks much bouncier the gentle tapering gives it a voluminous feel.
Use a round brush and blow-dryer to style your bangs and curl the ends of your layers inwards for an inverse feathered Farrah Fawcett look.
Summer balayage
A balayage is a type of highlighting technique using free-hand sweeping motions. The tailor-made contrast it creates with your base color adds a lot of dimension. The pops of lighter shades melding with the darker tones give the illusion of much thicker, voluminous hair.
Arrange a consultation with your hairstylist to figure out the best shades that work with your skin and hair colors, and get the beach-babe mane of your dreams. The look is super easy to maintain with purple shampoo to prevent any brassiness in your highlights, and the grow-out is gentle as well.
Textured bun
No matter what the length of your hair is, a good bun can always save the day. Perfect for second-day hair, you can fluff up the bun or use hair donuts to make it look extra thick and full of volume.
Mist your hair with texturizing spray to get some grit and lift at the roots, then pull it back and twist it into a simple updo. Pull at the twisted hair gently to make the bun appear bigger, and let out some wispy, face-framing strands.
It’s the perfect style for both day and night, and can work with any outfit! It’s especially great for showing off some statement jewelry and making it the star of the show.
Blunt, textured lob
A lob is generally a longer version of a classic bob cut. The bluntness of the cut will make fine hair immediately appear thicker. The ends seem heavier, which is the main factor in making your hair seem thick. You can incorporate soft waves into the equation to push the illusion one step further.
Blow-dry your hair straight with heat protectant serum, or scrunch it up with your fingers with a little mousse to help give it that lived-in feeling.
Modern bouffant
Bouffants may seem like a thing of the ’60s, but there are ways to make it look modernized and instantly up your hair’s volume. Toning down the mini beehive can make it look much more tasteful.
Section out the hair in the front and hide the parting with a stylish headband. Take a section of your hair behind the headband and gently tease it at the roots. Layer the teased sections over each other and comb down any frizz. Use lots of hairspray to help maintain the shape throughout the day.
Deep side part with face-framing layers
A side part can be extremely versatile. It complements most face shapes and can work with any haircut. It’s a simple and easy way to provide some quick height and movement in the hair, thus creating the illusion of more thickness.
The side-swept layers can look glamorous with a little texture and wave. Work in a hair volumizing powder at the roots for some instant lift and add height to your hair before brushing it out.
Flipped out bob
Shorter hair looks fuller and fluffier, but flipping out the ends in a true ‘60s recreation can bring the volume to another level. The ends stick out to give the illusion that the tips of the hair are occupying more space than they actually are.
Tease your roots with lots of volumizing spray to build height and body. Use a good wax to keep the hair structured and in place while flipping out the ends with a hair straightener.
Rope braid
Tight braids can highlight how thin your hair really is. The trick is to keep it loose and artistically pulled out at the right spots. A loose rope braid can make your hair look so much thicker than it actually is.
Divide your hair into two sections and twist them together to create the braid. Gently curl some face-framing pieces and throw the braid on your shoulder for a soft, glam look that you can wear at any event with minimal effort. Run a few drops of oil through the ends of the braid for extra shine and moisture.
Slicked back
Slicked-back hair is a cult favorite for celebrities. It’s a classic at every red-carpet event, and instantly gives outfits a much more modern touch. What makes it even more awesome is the fact that it works perfectly with fine hair.
Lift and texturize your hair at the crown with volumizing cream and gel to keep it in place. The extra dimension and height are exactly what fine hair needs to look fuller.
Long wavy layers
A layered cut can make the hair look full and bouncy. Without adding too many layers, the gentle curls in each layer can make the hair look super fluffy and voluminous.
Let your hair loose and flaunt the illusion of thick hair with a thick barreled curling iron. Spritz some super-stay spray that leaves a silky sheen to maintain the look throughout the day without looking dried out.
You can also go for high-quality hair extensions to create a much fuller look without having to work on too many products. They add both length and volume while blending in perfectly with your natural hair, and can last more than a year with proper maintenance.
Double-braided crown
This updo is perfect to highlight any ombre in your hair, along with making your hair appear much thicker than it actually is. While the style itself is rather old-school, you can make it more modern by letting a few strands hang loose at the sides of your face. Pull some strands free from the top of the crown for a messier, bedhead look.
Section your hair out from the crown and create a middle part. Braid the front two sections back and incorporate them into a braid at the base of the neck. Wrap this braid around the head and pin it securely. Make sure to pull at it gently to make it look fluffier and thicker.
Hair Extensions Installation Services in Houston, TX
Hair Extensions of Houston can help you make all these hairstyles with their exemplary salon services. Come in for a free consultation and we’ll help you figure out what cuts would best suit your hair type and face shape.
You can also battle your issues with fine hair by getting real custom-blended premium Russian hair extensions installed by our top stylist, Brenda. Get the perfect amount of length and volume for easier hair styling with our hair extension styling, maintenance services using the copper lock hair extension system.
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