How To Get Thicker Hair

For those of us who have not been blessed with luscious locks, thick hair is a luxury to covet and day dream about. But, if you haven’t been blessed in the hair department, don’t fret! There are ways to stimulate hair growth, or at the very least create the illusion of thicker hair.

Hair powder mainly functions to absorb excess oil, but it also gives volume to limp hair. This quality makes hair powder a great way to add a little extra volume to your hair. What’s more, if your thinning hair reveals bits and pieces of your scalp, colored hair powder can create the illusion of a full head of hair by covering your scalp.

Invest in a good thickening spray or cream for your hair. Depending on how thick or thin your hair is, make sure the product isn’t too heavy for your hair. One product to try is the Kevin Murphy Full Again Thickening Lotion. This product is made with rayon particles, which when applied to wet hair, sticks to the keratin in your hair to create volume.

For special occasions, consider investing in hair extensions. Since extensions are generally placed underneath your top layer of hair they can easily add volume to your hair without looking unrealistic. Hair extensions come in different materials and finishes, so make sure you pick one that not only matches your hair color, but also matches your hair texture.

Teasing your hair, also known as backcombing, creates volume by forming a light tangled mass of hair that creates a bump. The only caveat; teasing can lead to hair breakage and cuticle damage.

Your blow out can add instant volume to your hair. One tip is to flip your head upside down and blow-dry from bottom up. This method will dry your hair and set the root in that direction, so volume is created when you flip your hair back right side up. Another easy trick is to use a round brush and lift sections of your hair upward as you blow-dry in the opposite direction of your parting. This way, when you do part your hair, you’ll have extra volume.

For a more permanent hair solution for thicker hair, try taking a multivitamin with biotin and a fish-oil supplement to stimulate hair growth and make your hair stronger. And, while you’re at it, consider transitioning into a more natural shampoo that has a sulfate-free formula; sulfates are harsh on your hair and remove the natural oils from your scalp.