23 Volume-Boosting Hairstyles for Fine Hair
Fake fuller locks with these easy, pretty 'dos.
Asymmetrical Bob
If you have love bob haircuts but don't like how flat they can make your hair look, try an asymmetrical bob that's angled downwards from the back, drawing viewers' eyes downward rather than to your hair's volume. Part it to one side to give the illusion of added volume.
Wrapped Ponytail
Wrapping your ponytail with a piece of your hair props up the ponytail a little bit, giving it an extra boost of volume.
Messy Pompadour
If you have short hair and are sick of having it look flat, work a little volumizing mousse into it, then muss it up in the front to make it look overall thicker.
Jagged Part With Waves
Parting your hair in a non-straight line makes the top layers stick up a little more, giving the illusion of thicker hair.
Doughnut Topknot
Tired of having itsy bitsy updos? Fake a fuller bun by using a hair sock in your topknot.
Floral Headband
Want a spring style that's as fun as it is functional? Try pinning up your hair, then add a thin floral headband in a complementary color to your own hair. For example, blondes should wear yellow or pale pink buds, redheads can try deeper magenta or red flowers, and dark-haired ladies should pick deep reds and purples.
Deep Side Part
Give yourself a deep side part, then smooth out your hair with a flat iron to achieve a polished, glossy look.
Long, Blunt Bangs
Ask your stylist to start your bangs towards the crown of your head, allowing them to consist of more hair and thereby look thicker. If you have oily hair, make sure sure to keep them from getting greasy, whether it's by washing just your bangs daily or by utilizing dry shampoo — otherwise, you could wind up with a sticky, piece-y mess on your forehead.
Half-Updo With Bangs
A wavy hairstyle with a little teasing towards the crown, plus thick blunt bangs, gives the appearance of fuller hair.
Pixie With Front Flip
If your hair is short, add a little wax towards the front and push it backwards so it sticks up a bit, making the rest of your hair look fuller, too.
Side-Swept Pixie
If you prefer a smooth, straight style for your short haircut, you can actually just flatten your hair to your forehead, then sweep it to the side. This sleek style looks 1920s inspired and works perfectly with your naturally thinner hair.
Tucked Behind the Ear
Here's a style thick-haired women have a harder time pulling off: the pixie cut with hair tucked behind the ears. Thicker hair tends to stick out more and doesn't stay behind the ears as well, but thinner hair sits smoother.
Faux Bob
Rocking a faux bob like Claire Danes' makes thin, flat hair look thicker, fuller, and more voluminous.
Top Braids With Bangs
A braided updo with thick, blunt bangs breaks up the sections of your locks, making it look like you have more hair to play with.
Vintage Undercurl
For a style that takes your whole look back to the 1920s, try a mostly flat, gelled-down hairdo that flares and curls right at the ends — perfect for women with long bobs.
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