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Noticing that your hair looks a lot fuller can be a major source of stress — but that doesn’t have to be the case. There are several reasons why your hair may be thinning that include hormonal shifts, nutritional imbalances, and the effects of different medications. There are also solutions — like supplements, a change in diet, AND changing up your hairstyle so that you make the most of your hair texture.
These are the five life-changing haircuts for thinning hair.
A Classic Bob
Give thin hair instantly body with a one-length bob haircut that stops at the chin. This cool cut takes all of the weight off of hair, making it appear healthier and bouncier — and it’s so low maintenance and simple to style.
A Texturized Lob
Longer than a bob, but shorter than long or medium hair, the lob stops at your collarbone or just above your shoulders, providing swing, body, and bounce. Change things up, and get even more volume, by adding waves and texture to your cut.
Curls
More a styling tip than a haircut, a curly ‘do is a more voluminous ‘do, which is the ultimate goal for thinning hair. If you already have wavy hair, ask your stylist to give you a cut that includes enough bouncy layers that will allow you to air dry your hair (with the help of a great volumizing spray or gel) so that your curls add body to your style.
Subtle Layers
If you are a fan of long hair, the trick to making it work for thin hair is to get a cut that includes subtle layering — just enough to provide volume without making your strands look even thinner at the bottom. Ask your stylist to keep ends blunt and focus on subtle layers in the front.
A Change Of Part (Or Bangs)
Sometimes changing your part or adding fresh bangs is all that you need to create a more voluminous hair style. If you have been wearing your hair parted in the middle for years, try a deep side part that will immediately make it appear less flat. If your hair is straight or you are willing to style them daily, bangs can also make hair look thicker.
