Why hair quickly loses volume and how to fix it

Even naturally thick and lush curls lose their volume over time, become thinner and no longer look as chic as before. What can we say about the initially sparse, liquid strands that need to be constantly curled and styled in such a way that it seems that there are more of them than there actually are.

Hair lacking volume is a real problem for many women, when special styling and various products no longer help, the strands become thinner and turn into dull, lifeless hanging tow.

The thing is that you can add volume to your hair only with comprehensive hair care. Disjointed actions and activities will remain ineffective and disappointing. Try to master a three-dimensional program to make your curls thicker and more voluminous : care + styling + masks.

Only a single implementation of these measures can give you amazing results that will be visible to the naked eye.

There are several proven methods that will help turn thin strands into voluminous and healthy ones.

1 Laying on the other side

This is true for owners of bangs of any length. During styling, change the direction, and it is useless to carry out the procedure with dry strands. When drying, point the hair dryer and comb in a direction that is unusual for your hair.

2 Backcomb

This is a classic of the genre, however, a sense of proportion is definitely required here. Separate the strands from above and secure with a hairpin, and lightly comb the bottom. Use a massage brush, but avoid brushing too vigorously. Otherwise, instead of volume and light fluffiness, you will get a tangle. Afterwards, you just have to loosen the top strands and comb them.

3 Drying

Proper drying will help you achieve natural volume without much effort. Dry wet strands with your head down, after applying a styling product. During the procedure, move the strands with your fingers, and when they are almost dry, you can lift your head and style it the way you want.

4 Curlers

Use large curlers for a dramatic, full look. Now large, light waves are very popular. Roll the not completely dried strands into curlers, applying styling mousse to them. Curlers can be thermal or regular - it all depends on the time you are willing to spend on styling.

5 The right means

Styling products should not be heavy and stick the hairs together, otherwise you will not achieve a good result. There are special options for thin hair, they will fit perfectly. Dry sprays and powders prevent strands from drying out and do an excellent job of increasing volume.

6 Tongs

Regular curling irons will also help make your hair look fuller. Pin up the top of your hair and style the bottom using curling irons. Spray with varnish and unravel the top.

7 Fixation

Gather the strands washed in the evening and tie them with an elastic band. Just use a soft fabric so as not to damage your hair and ruin your sleep. In the morning, simply unravel your hair.

8 Care

It is important to choose the right care products for thin strands. Be sure to use shampoos that do not weigh down your hair, the same masks, and balms. Never apply the latter to the roots.

These simple recommendations will allow you to visually make your hair luxurious and voluminous.

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Styling hair to add volume

The purpose of such styling is to create volume at the roots of the hair , which will lift the entire mass of curls and create the impression that there are a lot of strands, they are thick and lush. The method is really good in terms of the results obtained.

However, it is undesirable to resort to it often (daily, for example, as many women do before work in the morning), since it involves the use of tools such as a hair dryer, tongs, curling iron, and straightener.

All of them do not have the most beneficial effect on the internal health of the curls, although they will undoubtedly add external shine. Keep this in mind: adding volume to your hair through styling should not be permanent.

1. It is better to make thin, straight hair wavy before styling - this will give it additional volume. To do this, you don’t need to resort to harmful and destructive perms or even curling irons: it’s better to use curlers . To add volume to long hair, it would be good to use Velcro curlers: after removing them, treatment with a hairdryer will make your hair look fantastically full and luxurious.
2. Blonde hair looks more voluminous (more airy) than dark hair, so it is advisable to lighten it a couple of tones .
3. Be sure to wash your hair before styling.
4. Apply a special volume mousse (just a little) to damp hair (to be more precise, to the root part).
5. Next comes the process of drying the hair with a hairdryer, the power of which must be at least 1,600 W to obtain optimal volume. The head should be lowered down, it is recommended to pull the strands away from the roots, and direct the air from the hair dryer to this area of ​​the head. Once this section is dry, lightly dry the rest of your hair.
6. For long hair, it would be good to use a backcomb instead of a hairdryer , which perfectly lifts the curls from the roots. True, after this method the hair becomes very tangled.
7. Give your hair the desired shape.
8. Apply a thin layer of varnish. The styling that increases hair volume is ready.

Now you know how to add volume to your hair in just a few minutes using DIY styling. As we have already said, this is not the only way to make your hair luxurious and chic.

Regular homemade masks will be much more effective; they thicken the hair, make it strong and strong - due to this, the hair volume increases.

Tips for those who decide to do BoostUp

Those who decide to make BoostUp should take into account the following points:

• Only a specialist who has been trained by the author of the technique can carry out the procedure efficiently. On the official website of Elena Glinka you can find out which specialists in your city actually have the appropriate qualifications.
• It is important to immediately find out in the salon what composition will be applied. Initially, the Boost Up procedure was carried out using a product from Paul Mitchell, but recently experts have given preference to the Italian manufacturer PREVIA.
• During the procedure, not all hair should be processed, but individual strands, and very little composition is usually used, approximately 10 ml.
• To ensure that the effect of the procedure lasts as long as possible, when caring for your hair, experts recommend using professional cosmetics of the same brand that were used to treat your hair during BoostUp.

The BoostUp procedure performed by a specialist will not cause harm; you should approach the issue of choosing a specialist who you can trust with the health of your hair with all seriousness.

Girls with both long and short hair try to make their hair look voluminous. How to add volume to hair at the roots - we will consider methods for making hair fuller further.

For an overview of different types of hair powder, see this section. Powder for volume, lightening, styling - well-known brands of products.

Why does hair quickly lose its volume?

There are several factors for the absence or rapid loss of root volume:

1. The most common is improper care. The use of aggressive shampoos, cheap hairspray, hair gels, mechanical damage from irons, hair dryers negatively affects the hair, makes it thinner, and promotes hair loss;
2. Poor nutrition. Fried, fatty foods, lack of vitamins B, D, E and A negatively affect the condition of the hair;
3. Iron-deficiency anemia;
4. Hormonal imbalance;
5. Stress, lack of sleep, overwork and smoking;
6. Deficiency of copper, zinc and manganese in the body contributes to hair thinning.

An effective solution to the problem of hair volume can be achieved by taking into account all the listed internal and external factors affecting it.

Is it worth doing: pros and cons

Many people have tried the Boost Up procedure, and reviews about this method of adding root volume to hair are mixed.

Fans of Boost Up consider the procedure an effective way to permanently add root volume to their hair and save themselves from the need to spend a lot of time on styling.

The disadvantages of the procedure are:

• Duration of the procedure;
• High price.

Hair before and after Boost Up procedure

If the procedure was carried out by an unqualified specialist and/or using a low-quality composition:

• The curl may not straighten over time, but simply fall lower as the curls grow, giving the hairstyle an unkempt, unkempt look.
• Hair that has been treated may break.
• If the composition gets on the scalp, allergic reactions may occur.

Don't want to resort to chemicals to add volume to your curls? In the next topic, we’ll look at how to make your hair voluminous at home: styling products, masks and rinses for volume. What to avoid if you have fine hair.

What to do if you are allergic to hair dye, read here.

Thin hair rarely has volume, but with the right approach you can achieve volume in such curls. Here are tips on hair care for volume - choosing a hairstyle, washing your hair, using a diffuser and other recommendations.

All hairdressing masters agree on one thing.

In the fight for volume, you need to switch to special products for volume of hair at the roots. These are, as a rule, lightweight care products for thin hair. Lightweight washing products help maintain hair volume for a long time. Such shampoos work well thanks to the silicone in their composition. Their effect is that they cover each hair with a film, making it denser. But they have a small drawback - silicone attracts dust, so you will have to wash your hair more often.

Shampoos designed for professional use are more expensive. They contain keratin and protein. All volume increasing shampoos are marked “volume”.

And you should generally avoid shampoos containing oils. They add heaviness to hair quickly.

It is recommended that before lathering your hair, first dilute the shampoo with a small amount of water, rub until foamy, and then wash your hair with this mixture.

It is worth replacing nourishing balms with conditioners. They should be applied not to the area near the roots, but from the middle of the strand to the ends.

When styling your hair, use special mousses and hair foams to add volume at the roots. It is recommended that among them you choose products that do not add heaviness. So, preference should be given to creams and sprays, which are somewhat lighter than mousses and foam.

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Effective measures for volume of fine hair

Increasing hair thickness with extensions

You can add artificial strands, as a result the hairstyle will become amazingly voluminous and, importantly, will look natural. Modern innovative extension techniques can transform any woman’s hair. To add two hundred strands, you will need to trust the hands of a master for only 4 hours; individual curls will be discreetly attached in a suitable way at centimeter intervals. It is known that hair extensions can be used for up to six months, after which the procedure will have to be repeated. In one session, the master removes used strands and adds fresh ones. The convenient thing is that the extended curls need to be cared for in the same way as natural hair; usually there are no problems with this: girls use detergents, comb, style, blow-dry, apply mousse and curl, working with natural-looking and long-lasting hair.

Haircuts for volume of thin hair

It has been noticed that the correct selection of a haircut changes a woman’s image beyond recognition and helps to increase hair volume. If you have problems with thin and sparse hair, it is optimal to wear medium-length haircuts. In most cases, girls are transformed by using one of the cascade options. The curls, cut in a stepwise manner, lie beautifully in layers, which definitely makes them visually thicker and more beautiful. Most hairdressers can perform layered haircuts brilliantly, and they are actively used by the most stylish celebrities. In order to add pomp to the hairstyle, hairdressers thin out the ends or work on individual strands. A professional haircut on any hair looks harmonious and attracts attention due to its splendor and interesting shape.

Other ways to add volume to hair

The following hairdressing services are characterized by high efficiency, ease of execution and accessibility:

• for fine hair, professional highlighting is recommended using several natural colors close to the main one;
• You can get amazing volume by wrapping your hair in universal spiral curlers; it is also recommended to use curlers with Velcro or foam rubber.

The volume of thin and sparse hair: can be increased by extensions of artificial strands, proper haircuts, using highlighting techniques, curling with curlers, washing your hair with voluminous shampoos, using special professional products and mousses

Folk remedies for adding volume to hair

To achieve the desired volume, use folk remedies:

• Rinse based on nettle . Brew a couple of tablespoons of nettle in 1000 ml of boiling water, cool and rinse clean hair.
• Live yogurt will give your hair natural volume and softness. Apply yogurt to the dirty roots and massage well, then anoint the remaining strands. Wash off the mask after half an hour and wash your hair with shampoo.
• A honey-based mask will saturate your hair and give it vibrant volume. Place 10 ml of liquid honey, 5 ml of lemon juice and 50 ml of olive oil in a container. Mix the contents and apply with massage movements to the roots. Create thermal conditions by wearing cellophane and a towel. Keep the mask on for 40-60 minutes, and then rinse with warm running water.
• A kefir mask is suitable for thin, sparse and split ends hair, adding shine and shine. Apply fatty kefir to your hair, it is better to use homemade one. Rub well into the roots and distribute over the remaining length. Wash your hair after 30 minutes with water at room temperature.
• Rinsing with serum will make your hair soft and silky. After washing your hair, rinse your hair with fermented milk whey. Walk for 30 minutes, then rinse with water at room temperature.

Chemical methods.

The most radical method of adding volume to thin hair is perm. But its negative effect outweighs its positive one. Therefore, we will not touch on it in this article.

There is also a method of long-term installation, or carving. It lasts 4-9 weeks. In this case, the hair structure suffers slightly. It is recommended to refrain from dyeing for about 2-3 months after this, and then you can safely dye your hair.

Small nuances. Rinsing with cold water increases blood circulation. This improves the condition of the scalp. It will be useful to add lemon to the water.

There is also a way to increase the volume of hair at the roots. In the evening, wash your hair and lightly apply foam to the area at the roots. Then pull all the hair into a ponytail at the top of the head. In the morning, let your dry hair down, it will become much more voluminous.

It is worth periodically changing the direction of the parting. If you change the usual direction, then, providing resistance, they will lie more magnificently. Salt peeling has a beneficial effect on the bulbs. Surface skin cells are exfoliated and blood circulation is increased. This manipulation is recommended once a week.