Talking Styling Tips for Hairstyles for Fine Hair

It's commonly said that our hair is our crowning glory. For that reason we want it to be just perfect. 

But is it really all that glorious? Or perfect? 

Because my suspicion is if you did a survey you may find some women with fine hair would not refer to their mane in such glowing terms. Instead they'd be apt to report their hair is droopy, dull and flat while tending towards greasy far too often. 

Why?

Styling fine hair so it looks glorious all day long can be, well, really challenging. Too often no matter what you do it tends to come off looking flat and lifeless. 

But you can still get the perfect look for your fine tresses.  That all starts with how it's cut. 

So success starts by determining which of the hairstyles for fine hair you can pull off with grace and beauty and which you cannot. Here are three top haircuts that have proven to be excellent choices for many fine haired girls.

Bob Haircuts
This is perhaps the most common haircut among those coping with fine strands. In fact it's quite popular among many hair types. Yet, no matter how many are seen sporting any of the popular variations, bob haircuts seem to always keep up with the current trend.

Part of the reason they stay fresh and modern is stylists seem to always be able to find new ways to morph them into the next hot cut. So a stunning bob hair cut can be achieved in a lot of ways giving you many different looks.  All of which help your fine locks put their best foot forward. 

Another advantage of bob cuts is ease of styling.  If your hair is cut right, styling should be quick and simple.  The video that follows shows you how you can do that at home to get some added volume into a bob cut.  And how to do that right.

Mid-length with Light Layers
Having your hair cut shoulder length or slightly longer can be an excellent look for those with thinner strands. Usually layers will be cut in by your stylist because they're a way to create the illusion of extra body.  Layers that are cut following a slightly diagonal-forward moving line on the sides will give you a full-bodied finish with plenty of sexy movement too.

Styling Product Tip: If you have hair that rebels at holding any style you might try using dry shampoo to give it the needed encouragement.  Dry shampoo is a way to add something that can add body and help you hold things together.And help you cope with days the oil glands on your scalp seem to be working overtime.

Chop Haircut
This is pretty much cut as short as a bob only with irregular ends. Doing that is another way to add to the volume of your fine or thin tresses. Yet despite the added body this hair style is also easy to maintain. It's all the more low maintenance when you have it cut so it falls above your shoulders.

Styling Product Tip: Those blessed with so called baby fine hair can fake their way to a thicker looking mane by using volumizing shampoos. And there's science to back this up. Because such products tend to be on the alkaline side, they tend to force your hair shafts to open up just a bit. Result? Fuller looking hair. And to take that volumizing to the next level you can try blow drying you hair bent over at the waist. Such an upside down blow dry amps the volume up of hairstyles for fine hair yet another notch.

Finally, as promised, this quick video shows you how to get a smooth and shiny bob that has lots of volume. 



The only product used was volumizing lotion.  The aim is to get the hair towards the back of your head to lay smooth while adding volume around the crown with the aid of your blow dryer.  

The key is having good structure to the cut.  If the layers are done correctly they should sit and blend well.  You can see how the cut is what produces the look, not any styling technique.  And note the downward direction of the hot air. Once the hair near the nape of your neck is damp dry you'll want to use a round brush to direct the hair inwards.  This will help to keep it looking tucked in and nicely finished.  Resulting in a polished look.

Going medium to short when you have fine hair is always a good approach. It's hard to go wrong when you do. So why not get your hair cut in one of these styles now so you can create that perfect look you've been looking for.  Giving you hair you can honestly describe as your crowning glory. 

Dry Shampoo For Days You're Too Busy To Wash Your Hair

We all know in our heart of hearts that it's wise not to lather up every day.  Especially when there are several reasons for not doing so that make so much sense.

By that I mean not washing your hair daily is easier on your strands, easier on your color and easier on you as you have more time to sleep in perhaps.  And let's not fool ourselves that third one may be the key.  Kidding.  Yet who wants to walk into the office or class in the morning sporting an oil slick where your freshly washed hair should be because you overslept?  This is where dry shampoo comes in.

Okay so maybe you've already heard good things about dry shampoo on those no wash days.  Yet "dry" and "shampoo" may not exactly be words you'd use in the same sentence comfortably, now are they? 

But guess what?  Advances have made this old product quite new, modern and convenient.  Anymore there are plenty of options that are free of any trace of nasty leftover white powdery residue - which was the drawback of older instant spray shampoos.  Which just has to make this the perfect solution for those days you choose not to suds up yet want to get rid of some flatness or to just add a bit of lift to your second day hair.  

But say you've been on the lookout for an amazing dry shampoo but frankly finding the perfect one that works with your mane hasn't been easy.  What should you look for? 

Ideally you want one that will sop up any excess oil, clean up sweat and eliminate odor.  Adding a bit of volume at the root level would not be too much to ask now either, would it? 

Then here's all you do.  Typically with these sprays you want to keep the can 10 to 12 inches away from your head and aim for your roots.  Let it sit for a few to give it time to work.  Then brush it through. 

For more how to tips why not check out this short video?

How To Use Dry Shampoo


Cleansing aside, this styling product is also great for creating added volume or if you need a quick style fix when running from work to something that evening be it class, a date, or some other social get together.  Just don't expect this to leave your hair feeling as clean as if you had actually washed it.

Yet given the convenience, I'll bet you'll love this on-the-go beauty product as much as I do.  You can skip a day and your hair will still look awesome.   Plus you'll feel better since you know the less often you wash your hair the healthier it will probably be as you are not stripping away the natural oils from your mane. This is all the more important if your roots get greasy and your ends tend to be dry.

Dry shampoo is a fantastic way to add volume and restore the sex appeal of second day hair that might be just a little bit greasy.  This is a life-saving beauty secret for busy women on the go too.  All it takes is the time to spray, tousle and brush and you can freshen you hair even when you don't have the time to wash and style it.

Body Building for Fine Hair

Every time one of your favorite magazines hits your mail box, you can bet someone with fabulous hair that's full of body will be splashed across the cover.  Sure they may have perfect looking locks.  Or at least perfect looking enough to make you green with envy.  But do you have the time or money to have your mane looked after by a professional stylist every morning?  Kinda doubtful. 

Lucky for you there are things those looking to boost the body of their hair can do.  That work even if you have to work for a living and don't have time for lots of styling time in the morning.  Even better they don't cost a fortune and  may even work as advertised. 

Body challenged fine hair especially can often benefit from some body building techniques. Because it is by nature the weaker strand. Smallest of the three types of hair it often lacks the body you crave.  And if you can't build the body you at least want to avoid self-inflicted damage. 

AVOID Damage: You can't have full hair if you're always losing it.  Besides damaged hair just doesn't glisten in the sun as you'd like.  This is why you want to take care to be gentle with your hair.  Even the little things count when looking to do that.  Such as using a wide toothed comb. Seamless would even be better.  And remember never to use a comb on wet hair.  Such acts have been red flagged by your stylist as bad for your locks.

BUILD Body:  What kind of shampoo do you use? Is it mild? Is it formulated to do a variety of wonderful things for your hair?  You know clean it, add moisture, somehow plump up your strands through some kind of chemical wizardry all without bogging them down? Such volumizing wonders formulated special for hairstyles for fine hair do exist you know. The primary selling point of such mane cleansing products is how effortlessly they add body to hair.  Just be warned that it just may take you time to find the best one for your hair. 

AVOID Damage: Are you taking a minimalist approach when it comes to hot styling tools? Knowing that any kind of heat will be hard on your hair type to begin with. And if you over do it your just increasing the odds of split ends, flyaways and frizz.  And does that even sound remotely close to fabulous fuller hair loaded with body? 

BUILD Body: Well at least the illusion of body.  Do that by having your stylist add in volume pumping layers.  It's a less is more approach to building in more body.  Works especially well for finer hair.  Keeping in mind that fine hair looks best when it's kept to chin to shoulder grazing long.

TIP:  Remember that to get bouncy hair that's full of life the trick is to volumize the roots.  That's where the volume action is, so to speak.  So the idea is to focus your product of choice close to the scalp and then let it do its thing. Leaving you with plenty of hair to flick around when the mood strikes.

AVOID Damage: Wearing excessively tight braids or your hair back into a pony tail in the same spot can be hard on your strands.  This can result in excessive breakage.  And even the partial loss of strandage like this makes it hard to keep up the illusion of thicker, fuller hair. 

BUILD Body: This time through chemistry.  Using a thickening shampoo and conditioner is a way to cheat and effortlessly add volume.  Stand the roots up (and thus build in the volume) by using a hair powder.  Or get yourself a thickening serum that you apply at bedtime.  The best actually swell the hair shafts themselves which plumps up each so that when you wake up they actually look thicker. 

TIP: Okay so it's styling aids to the rescue here.  Just remember that product build up can weigh your struggling fine strands down which kind of defeats the purpose behind those products.  So to reverse that, make use of your favorite build up removing shampoo to undo what you've done to your 'do.  Finish by applying a lightweight conditioner to the tips. 

AVOID Damage:  We both know shimmering hair is healthy hair.  Protecting it from the damaging effects of sunlight is vitally important since excessive exposure to UV rays can cause dull lifeless locks.  Which look anything but full and shimmering.

Okay so infusing fine hair with body can be a bit of a chore admittedly.  Yet even simple things like these can help to make your tresses lighter and full of life with extra body to burn. Yes, Virginia, there are truly body builders for fine locks. Just make sure you are not sabotaging their effect by doing things that can damage your precious tresses while trying to build them up. 

For Those Looking for Other Ways to Style Fine Hair

Okay so you're looking for more options when it comes to how to style your finer mane.  I get that.  Who isn't?  But before we get into some specifics first some general advice about how to go about it.

For most of us, hairstyles for thinnish, fine hair will often be those that are shorter, chin length or absolutely no longer than shoulder length. The reason for this length limit is simple.  It's best to keep things on the shorter side because shorter hair gives the illusion that things are thicker and fuller with your crowning glory than they really are. Plus letting your fine locks grow much beyond your shoulders will too often make your hair look weak and limp and at times lifeless.

Aside from this, to a certain extent short hairstyles for fine hair will take the focus away from your hair and divert it to your face.  This is good again if your locks are on the thinner side. 

You can further emphasize your face by adding bangs to slightly cover your forehead and draw the focus to your eyes.

Or you can also go with a bit of a flip or add in a few curls for a sexy, playful look.

While pinning or tucking your hair behind the ears is another smart if easily overlooked thickening move.  Because doing so is another way to provide you a thicker, fuller look since this keeps your hair together.  Just makes sense, right?  Since this will make it appear like there is more of it. 

Okay so getting down to specifics, hair styles like updos and braids are also great hairstyles for those with fine tresses because they will literally hide the fact that the hair is on the thin side. These conceal things very well and gives you a stunning and sophisticated look at the same time. 

In fact French braiding gives added volume to the parts of your hair where it seems to be the thinnest. Applying this style to fine tresses can be done in such a way that focuses on the parts of your head where you need the volume most or just to balance out how your hair looks overall

Then for those who want to alter their long length hair style going with a bouffant style is the answer. Not only does it change your look but it creates extra volume while staying in place all day long. Usually.

Tip: Two words. Bobby pins.  Hair accessories like bobby pins can be lifesavers for those with fine hair. Often they will subtly do the trick for you when you need them most. Aside from giving you added volume, they can help you creates a sophisticated look that you need for those special occasions that come up from time to time.  With a way to keep it looking sophisticated and in place.

Finally girls with finer hair find they can make good use of the pony tail.  It can be a casual way to go on the weekends.  Yet can also be a somewhat elegant look that is both fresh and flattering.  Not only that this is a truly hassle free hairstyle.  Note that using a pony tail can also leave some parts of you're a bit hair wavy afterwards however. That is usually not a problem if you plan on washing it soon thereafter.  And certainly not a reason to not embrace this style.

Outside the Box Bob Hair Care Ideas

You will never have a bad hair day again if you opt for one of the modern bob haircuts. Having great hair is not only about looking good but is also about a sense of seductive style, a sense of bewitching attractiveness plus an increased sense of self confidence. That when it all comes together can give you a striking, eye catching cut that leaves you feeling like hot stuff. 

Besides enchanting bob cuts are so versatile and the length can vary all over the board and still be considered in the bob neighborhood.  You could have them at a length at ear level or a graceful cut that lets the tips of your hair flow down so they graze your shoulders. 

Regardless of the length and style of your bob, your hair would still really appreciate some extra love and care from you.

The first trick is to moisturize your hair.  The more moisture it gets the better.  Going so far as to massage your scalp even if you don't wash your hair to give your locks that bounce, shine and vitality.  Or in other words a healthy yet chic appearance.

Want to add more volume?  Use a volumizing shampoo for a fuller look.  Extra tip: Use this type of shampoo with a light conditioner so it won't come off looking too heavy.

Got thin hair?  Well, steer clear of greasy pomades.  While those with thicker tresses, well, you might want to avoid dry mud and wax pomades.

If you think a perm and a bob don't mix well that's where you're wrong.  In fact, combining both can give you a look that will surely blow the guys away.  A chic bob can easily handle a couple of nice waves and curls.  Or you can take it all the way to curly bob which is another fun change of pace.  Yet you're not stuck with the curls all the time as you can just straighten them anytime if you want to vary your style.

Color?  Did you know that coloring your hair can be just as fun as getting a new haircut?  So if you feel like you're getting kinda tired with your bob cut at present, you can always change the color for a whole new you.   Go as bold as you dare but don't go all crazy.   The trick for keeping things natural looking is to only go at most two shades lighter or darker. Anything beyond that could be disastrous.  As the clash of color with your skin tones can make you look washed out which if we're keeping it real, isn't exactly the look you are going for, now is it? 

Yes the cut counts.  It can affect the success of failure of the bob look on you.  Yet regardless of what kind of bob you and your stylists settle on, your hair would still require all the attention and tender loving care it you can give it to insure it looks perky and healthy.  So don't ignore this.  Because it's you who's going to reap the benefits anyway - shiny, stylish, and flirty hair.

So if you're used to a laid back kind of hairstyle, why not add a little sizzle to your look and get a bit bolder?  Have that bob layered or razor cut and get yourself an over the top look.  Great cure for the boredom we all feel with our hairstyles from time to time.  Great way to change your look as the seasons change too.

Poll Any Fashionistas About Hair and Here's What You'll Find

It's a fact.  Some fashionistas just seem to like to endlessly debate the merits of this or that, don't they?  Like hairstyles.  Here the popular debate would be around length.  And despite all the winds of change blowing from Hollywood, long hairstyles maintain their popularity through thick or thin.  But that doesn't stop some from insisting a cute shorter cut would be preferred.  Which doesn't stop others from sticking by their guns and claiming nothing but longer locks will do. 

Yet if you bothered to poll stylists and those in the know in the fashion industry, they'd knowingly tell you the reason for the enduring popularity of the longer look.  That would be the same reason for all the change.  Hollywood.  And as long as actresses and celebs and the mover and shakers in the fashion world come on the stage and red carpet with long tresses styled one way or the other the look will endure. 

Not to mention the starlets and like just look great with cascading tresses.  Face framing long luscious locks just set off their faces in a way no other cut can.  The long look is part and parcel of the overall glitz and glam package being sold by Hollywood, isn't it? 

And guess what else?  When you constantly see a look you want to be seen in the look.  It's only natural.  And we certainly see long often.  All the time even.  Which only encourages us to wear our hair the same way. 

But there's more to it than that.  When you've got more hair you've got more ways to wear it.  That's right, there are more ways to present it either classical or trendy playful.  Gone are the days when long hair has to be plain and boring.  The mere act of cutting in some layers effortlessly adds body and fullness that fine hair particularly often lacks.  Layering is an effective yet simple technique that will allow your hair stylist to create shape and texture and add in additional volume for that sexy, bouncy look we all love to flaunt.

Yet look at what else you get.  If you don't want stick straight for whatever reason, no problem.  Dig out the curling or flat iron, some hair protectant and add curls with sexy sizzle.  Try doing that with a pixie haircut. 

Which is another reason for the popularity of this style.  Versatility.  Again, you don't have to be stuck with just one hairstyle until you grow so very bored with it.  Longer strands give you the opportunity to curl it, wear it straight down or up in an elegant updo.  All giving you a sexy, classic and sophisticated 'do any time and every time.  What's not to like? 

This is why it's said if you poll members of the beauty industry you may find that long styles are perpetually "in". Because they are striking yet versatile. With nearly endless possibilities that let you change your hair with the weather.  But only if you wish.

Hair Brush Crush?

Can the right hair brush really leave your hair smooth and soft after your blow dry?  Maybe even leaving you with hair that looks better than what your beautician can produce?  Boy that would be something now wouldn't it?

Can the right brush really hold but yet not pull your hair?  Making for easy breezy styling that leaves you feeling good about your hair. 

Can the right hair brush leave you gushing, Love, love, just love this brush!  No, I didn't think so.  But it's possible thought, right?  All because the brush is designed not to tangle but instead glides through your hair while adding a level of fullness and shine like no other one can. 

I know.  Hair brushes. For most an afterthought or impulse purchase, right?  Not something you would think you can't live without.  Not something you would think would matter but as it turns out it does.  Especially since there is often a brush designed for the specific job, specific hair type, specific outcome.

Yes, that''s both a blessing and a curse.  You see our brush choices expand every year.  And with more choices, so does our confusion.  Expand that is.  Leaving us bewildered when it comes to the best brush for our hair, style and choice of styling tools. 

Tip: If you want silky smooth styling, dry your hair in sections taking care to point the nozzle of your dryer of choice towards the end of the shaft not your scalp. 

Then too, the right tool for the job can slash your styling time down to size.  Not only will it work better and faster, it can help your hair look better.  Can you say smoother?  Other it might give your locks a shine assist.  Plus is it too much to ask for something that leaves your mane healthy looking and vibrant. 

Besides the last thing you need is a brush that will hopelessly snag your hair.  Then it's no longer how to make your hair look good, it's more how to keep from ripping a handful of hair out while disengaging the ensnarled brush.  Which is certainly not the desired effect for all your trouble.  For real. 

Plus when it comes to brushes that work as you know size counts.  So you want to pick a round brush that's the right size for the outcome you are looking for.  A smaller barrel for tighter curls.  Bigger for lush, voluminous ones. 

Tip:  Okay I know you know this but it's worth repeating - and don't you dare doze off on me. Most stylists will recommend natural bristles.  Why?  Overall you will find they tend to be finer and offer greater flexibility.  They also tend to be more gloss-giving.  Yes, you're right. They can also cost far more than a hairbrush ought to. But if you can't spring for the real thing, boar, then look for a composite bristle that's combines real and nylon.  Not quite as good but still much better than plastic.

Finally one more thing.  Keep in mind that a little know-how goes a long way.  But it's the tools you use that can make the difference.  And using the right brush can spare you the agony of bad hair days.  You might not believe it but it's true. Yes finding the perfect brush for your strands can be challenging.  But it can be worth the trouble. Who would  guess a hairbrush could make such a difference!