Having fine hair doesn’t have to be frustrating. While thin strands can look weighed down and stringy, the right hairstyles for fine hair can make you look (and feel) gorgeous. Knowledgeable stylists know how to boost volume and create the illusion of fullness so your hair never falls flat.
What is Fine Hair?
Fine hair and thin hair are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same. Fine hair refers to the narrow diameter of each strand, while thin hair refers to the density of (in other words, how much hair you have). You can actually have a lot of fine hair! To determine if you have fine hair, take a strand and lay it across a table. If you can barely see it, it’s fine. If the strand is thicker and you can see the texture, it’s more coarse. People with fine hair might have trouble putting it in a ponytail because it is silky and slips out easily.
Best Hairstyles for Fine Hair
The key to making fine hair look great is to choose a cut that adds volume and fullness, rather than allowing it to hang limply. Here is some advice we give to our fine-haired clients who want more shape.
Stick to Shoulder Length or Above
If fine hair is too long and stringy, it can weigh down any style. Keeping hair above or at the shoulders with blunt lines can help hair to appear thick and healthy. Soft layers near the bottom of the hair will help add movement, texture and fullness.
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The Shorter the Hair, the Stronger the Strands
Very fine hair can appear thicker than it actually is in a super short cropped pixie. Working in Davines’s pliable paste or strong dry wax will create a fun piecey look. Just be prepared to visit the salon every 4-5 weeks to keep up with the style.
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Stick With a Side Part
Middle parts were all the rage for the past couple of years, but the side part is back, which is great for clients wondering how to style fine hair. Deep side parts create the illusion of volume and fullness. For instant lift from the root, just flip hair to the opposite side.
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Lobs and Bobs Are Always Flattering
A classic bob is flattering on most hair types, but is especially nice for fine hair. There are plenty of ways to keep your bob interesting! A blunt cut will create more even weight distribution at the ends of the hair, giving a fuller and thicker appearance.
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An asymmetrical bob or A-line bob is cut shorter in the back and angles to a longer front. This chic style for fine hair looks great if you bend the ends with a straightener.
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A lob or long bob is cut just above the shoulders, at shoulder level, or just below. It works with natural waves to add some fun personality, or you can keep it straight and sophisticated. Light layering adds a little movement, but we are careful not to remove too much from the ends as it can thin out fine hair.
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Say Yes to Bangs
When it comes to hairstyles for fine hair, bangs are always a great go-to. We make sure the fringe is cut more on the heavy side to create a solid blunt line. A deep side part and some strong heavy bangs can be quite the winning combination for fine hair.
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Expert Tips on How to Style Fine Hair
Even with the right haircut, fine hair can fall flat and even become damaged if you don’t use the right products. At Vakkar, we love the Davines line. We often recommend these products to keep fine hair full and healthy.
Heat Protectant
Fine hair is particularly vulnerable to heat damage because it has less structural strength compared to thicker strands. That vulnerability increases even more on fine hair that’s been colored. Any time you’re using a blow dryer, flat iron, or curling iron, you should use a heat protectant to seal the cuticle and preserve some of the moisture within the strand.
Davines OI All in One Milk is lightweight, doesn’t make hair feel sticky, and controls frizz while protecting the hair from heat.
If you’ve used thermal tools for several days, try skipping the heat for a day or two. Instead, try a style that works with your natural waves or curls.
Volume-Boosting Products
Davines Volume Boosting Mousse. For adding airy volume to any type of hair. This Is A Volume-Boosting Mousse is creamy with a snow-like texture, perfect for giving your hair light and natural-looking body.
Davines Dry Texturizer Spray. This dry spray gives the hair an instant full-bodied, piecey and tousled look without weighing it down. Davines Sea Salt Spray. A little goes a long way to bring out natural waves.
Davines Your Hair Assistant Texturizing Powder. This can be applied to roots to soak up oil and add volume at the crown.
Shaping Products
Davines Energizing Gel. If we had to choose one product to help with fine or thin hair, Energizing Gel would be it! It reinforces weak, fine hair to prevent breakage, and deeply penetrates to stimulate new hair growth in those with hair loss.
Davines Pliable Molding Paste. This medium-hold paste maintains the natural shine and movement of fine hair without leaving it stiff or sticky.
Strong Dry Wax. Apply to fingertips and work through fine hair for soft definition and separation with a matte finish.
Vakkar Stylists Know How to Bring Dull, Fine Hair Back to Life
We know how difficult it is to have hair you’re not happy with. The truth is that fine hair comes with lots of advantages, including tons of styling options that coarse hair can’t pull off! Instead of envying your friends with thick hair, embrace the locks you were born with and discover a new hairdo you will love.
Contact Vakkar today to schedule a consultation with our stylists. We can’t wait to work with you.
