How to Thicken Fine Hair

Do you have fine, limp hair? Well, you are not alone. It may seem like your hair is a lost cause, but fortunately, there are ways to make your hair thicker and fuller. Turning your limp locks into lush, beautiful hair doesn't require multiple trips to the salon. Pump up the volume with products at your home and regular hair maintenance.

Things You'll Need

• Shampoo and conditioner
• Liquid lecithin
• Fruits and vegetables
• Baking soda
• Volumizing mousse

Instructions

1. Purchase shampoo and conditioner for fine hair. Do not use products that promise extra moisture as they will weigh down hair and cause it to look even more fine and limp. Use conditioners that contain proteins to help thicken up hair. Invest in lightweight products to keep hair flowing naturally.

2. Have your hair trimmed regularly. Getting your hair trimmed every six to eight weeks will keep it healthy and reduce split ends. Split ends can make hair appear thin and damaged, so it's important to keep regular appointments to prevent them.

3. Ingest liquid lecithin. This can be found at most health food stores or vitamin outlets. Liquid lecithin promotes hair growth and creates shiny tresses. Spreading a bit on your fingertips and brushing it through your hair will also add lots of body, making hair appear fuller.

4. Change your diet. Eight glasses of water a day along with regular servings of raw fruits and vegetables will promote healthy hair and skin. High-protein foods like nuts, soy, and whole grains will also help promote hair growth.

5. Get a shorter haircut with layers. Short haircuts add volume to your hair, while long, layered looks appear weighed down and flat. Ask your hair stylist how short you should go based on the shape of your face.

6. Add 1 tbsp. of baking soda to a quarter-sized amount of shampoo. Rub it through your hair while washing to coat each hair and add volume.

7. Work a quarter-sized amount of mousse into your hair before drying. Mousse helps fill in cracks, creating a fuller appearance. Drying your hair upside down also adds lots of fullness and volume.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not use excessive heat when styling your hair (curling irons, flat irons, blow dryers) as they cause breakage that can make hair thin and brittle.

• Volumizing creams or gels can add body to your hair, making it appear thicker.

• Be gentle when removing tangles. Do not brush hair when it's wet as it is more likely to break.

References

• Build Volume and Body into Fine, Thin hair
• Hair Boutique: Fine Hair Solutions