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A man’s hairstyle holds significant sway over his overall look, and boosting hair volume can make a world of difference. Luckily, it’s quite simple to achieve, requiring just a few minutes each day. There are numerous methods to amp up hair volume, ranging from proper maintenance to using styling products like mousse. Additionally, opting for volumizing shampoos or tweaking your hair length and style can maximize volume.
Procedures
Establishing Your Hair-Care Routine
Make daily hair washing a habit. For optimal volume, wash your hair daily or every other day. Consistency in your hair-washing routine is key to achieving maximum volume.
- Greasy or unwashed hair tends to clump together, resulting in a flat and lifeless appearance.
Rinse hair-care products with warm or room-temperature water. Avoid using hot water to rinse shampoo or conditioner from your hair. Opt for warm or room-temperature water for a gentler wash.
- Hot water can harm hair follicles and worsen thinning hair appearance.
Opt for thickening hair-care products. Thickening shampoos and conditioners can add volume to your hair by coating each strand with a special polymer. Consider using these products daily for best results, replacing your regular shampoo.
- Pair a volumizing shampoo with a matching conditioner for optimal effect, readily available at local grocery stores.
Grow out your hair. Increasing volume in short hair is challenging due to its difficulty to lift and style. Aim to grow your hair at least 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) to provide more styling options and achieve a fuller look.
- Longer hair doesn't necessarily mean a shaggy appearance. You can maintain short back and sides while growing out the top.
Styling Techniques for Enhanced Volume
Opt for a light, volumizing mousse. Mousse is preferable over wax or gel-based products as it leaves less residue and maintains a fuller appearance. Avoid heavy products that weigh hair down and opt for those that provide a natural, voluminous look.
- Experiment with different products until you find one that suits your desired style.
Avoid stiffening gel products. If a volumizing styling product leaves your hair feeling rigid, it's not suitable for adding volume. Flexible hair post-application indicates the effectiveness of the volumizing product.
Consistently use moderate amounts of volumizing styling products. While gels, mousses, waxes, and sprays can enhance volume temporarily, regular application is necessary for sustained results. Adhere to product instructions for optimal usage.
- Follow the recommended amount specified on the product label.
Apply styling products to hair tips. Take a dime-sized amount of product on several fingers and distribute it evenly through your hair. Avoid excess application at the roots to prevent clumping. Repeat as needed until achieving the desired style.
- Applying product to the roots can lead to clumping, affecting volume appearance.
Style your hair using your hands. Refrain from using combs as they can diminish volume. For optimal results, utilize your hands for styling.
- Combs may cause hair pulling and create patches of visible scalp.
Blow dry hair post-application of volumizing styling products. Dry hair appears more voluminous than wet or product-saturated hair. For best results, blow dry hair after applying volumizing products. Maintain a distance of about 12 inches (30 cm) from your head and run your fingers through your hair while drying.
- Most products recommend application to damp hair for uniform coverage.
- If applying to wet hair, wait for it to dry before styling.
Experiment with different hairstyles to discover your ideal look. Achieving voluminous hair often involves trial and error. Explore various styling techniques, such as adjusting product application or trying different hair partings, to find what suits you best.
- For naturally curly or wavy hair, try separating curls with your fingers to enhance volume. Gently separate each curl multiple times for fuller-looking hair.
- Distribute styling products evenly across your hair for natural thickness without oversaturation.
Caring for Your Hair and Scalp
Protect your scalp from sunburn. Sunburn on your scalp can lead to hair loss and reduced volume. Wear a hat or apply sunscreen to your scalp if spending extended time in the sun.
- Sunburn also weakens hair strands, contributing to decreased volume.
Avoid wearing tight hats daily. Regularly wearing tight hats can compress hair, reducing its volume and hindering scalp circulation. This can negatively impact hair health and volume.
- Frequent hat use may damage hair follicles and lead to thinning.
Explore hair-growth solutions. If hair thinning is affecting volume, consider hair-growth products. Consult a doctor for recommendations, as these products are more effective at halting hair loss than regrowing hair.
- Common products like minoxidil (e.g., Rogaine) and finasteride (e.g., Propecia) are available in topical or oral forms, respectively.
Additional Advice
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For varying degrees of hair thinness, employing multiple techniques may be necessary. Combining volumizing shampoo with hairspray, for instance, could yield optimal results. Experiment with different combinations until finding the most effective approach for your needs.
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If hair loss runs in the family, consider using a toupee.
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Thinning hair might be genetic or indicative of an underlying health condition. Before attributing hair loss solely to genetics, undergo a checkup to rule out any potential health issues.
