Volume to your hair can be added by incorporating certain hair care products in your hair care routine, adapting healthy hair practices and styling your hair in certain way. All these approaches can help you add volume to your hair, which will of course make a noticeable difference in your overall appearance.
Techniques to Add Volume to Your Hair
1. Massage your hair with natural carrier oils
There is little to no scientific evidence which suggests that the carrier oils are beneficial for your hair then why am I suggesting a massage using one of these? Carrier oils such as Mustard, Coconut, Olive and Jojoba Oil are being used for hair, for years and it’s safe to say that they have certain benefits as we have observed with our eyes. These oils moisturize your scalp and keep it healthy.
So, right before jumping into bed, massage your scalp with one of these oils and wash it off in the morning to strengthen your hair and moist scalp.
Because sometimes, the best option is not to focus on adding more volume to your hair, instead making an extra effort in retaining what’s already there and massage supports this idea greatly.
2. Use volumizing products
Consciously choose products such as shampoo, conditioner and hair serum etc. Which are specifically designed to add volume to your hair. Such products are carefully made by the experts by choosing specific ingredients which are known to help.
Use products which are very light such as volumizing spray which provide moisture without adding stickiness or an extra weight on the hair.
You can also use Dry Shampoo which can add instant volume by absorbing excess oil while adding texture to your roots. Make sure that you use it sparingly.
3. Don’t over wash your hair
Washing your hair 2-3 times a week is okay to remove dirt and to clean your scalp but more than that may cause your scalp to lose natural oils leading to dry and lifeless hair.
Even when you wash your hair, do not forget to wash it with cold water (avoid hot water). Cold water helps to seal the cuticles and can give your hair a shinier, fuller appearance. Over washing can even lead to oily hair and scalp as it can trip natural oil and this dryness may result into dandruff.
4. Use the right techniques to dry your hair
How you dry your hair matters, therefore it is essential to dry your hair the right way. Two tips are shared below which can help you avoid damage and add more volume.
5. Blow Dry your hair Upside Down
It may sound odd but blow-drying your hair upside down can help lift the roots and add volume. Use a round brush to direct the air from the roots to the tips.
6. Avoid Over-Drying
Make sure that you don’t over dry your hair because it can damage your hair and cause breakage, ultimately making your hair appear thinner. Stop drying your hair as soon as your hair is 80% dried and let the rest of it dry naturally.
7. Make sure that you style your hair correctly.
Choosing the right styling technique can do wonders but it varies for each hair type. To add volume, you can use a curling iron which can add volume. You can also pick a curling iron with large barrels to create loose and voluminous curls.
One of the fastest ways to add curls is to simply use hair extension for an instant volume boost. It’s temporary but It’s beneficial and convenient on the go.
8. Get a haircut to add more volume
The right hair cut that is done with the purpose of adding volume can be a good way to get the desired look. Such as Root lifting, where the hair at the crown is slightly shorter which can help create the appearance of more volume at the roots.
Another example would be to go for Blunt Cuts, it’s more suitable for fine hair and it creates the illusion of thicker hair therefore making your hair appear dense and voluminous.
9. Eat food rich in essential nutrients
Incorporating vitamins, protein, iron and omega-3 fatty acids can promote hair growth and overall health of your scalp. For instance, omega-fatty acids increase the thickness of your hair while making it stronger. On the other hand, leafy greens, nuts and seeds help nourish your hair.
Incorporate healthy hair practices:
Adapting healthy hair practices can do wonders. Some of the important tips are shared below which can help in overall health and appearance of your hair.
- Regular Trimming: Regularly trim your hair to avoid split ends and breakage.
- Hydration: Drinking enough water to avoid hair issues; dandruff, brittle hair etc.
- Scalp Care: Regularly exfoliate your scalp to avoid dirt and product build-up.
Conclusion
The type of hair we grow is majorly genetic and we have little to no control over how to change its thickness, color and the speed it grows at. What we have control over though is how we treat our hair, how we take care of it, what we eat and what we use in our hair which makes a whole lot of difference when it comes to adding volume, increasing thinness and growing it faster. The point is, just because it’s in our genes to have thin hair does not mean we cannot do anything about it. The right approach can help you get the desired result.
