How to Add Volume to Your Hair

We’ve all been there… flat and lifeless hair that leaves you feeling…well, flat and lifeless – and we can all agree, there is absolutely nothing worse! People with fine or thin hair struggle the most with the lack of volume, but flat and lifeless hair can affect all hair types. Discover expert tips for voluminous hair! Our guide reveals 20 effective tricks to boost your hair’s volume. Achieve fuller, bouncier locks effortlessly with RUSH. 

Root-Boosting Techniques

Root-boosting techniques are a simple way to add volume to the hair. By lifting the root, your hair will have a more volumized, textured appearance, whilst also giving the illusion of thicker hair. 

1. Tease Your Hair

This is perhaps one of the easiest methods to give your hair that extra oomph – teasing your hair! Teasing gives the roots an instant life and adds volume to the hair. To use this method, you will need a teasing comb and hairspray. Start by sectioning the hair and lightly spritz the hair with hairspray. Then backcomb at the roots to achieve that volumized look, then smooth over the top layer and repeat through the hair. 

2. Blow-Dry Upside Down

Blow-drying your hair upside down can instantly give the hair maximum volume which lasts all day, and an added bonus is that it’s so easy to do! For this method, you will need a blow dryer and volumising mousse. Start by applying volumizing mousse generously to damp hair and flip your hair upside down, then blow-dry until completely dry, then style as desired.

3. Use Velcro Rollers

A classic. Velcro Rollers are a great way to achieve flawless, volumised hair. Another added bonus is that they don’t require any heat! Depending on the amount of volume that you want to achieve different sizes of curlers can be used. Star by sectioning your hair, then generously apply leave-in conditioner to dampen your hair. Put the top of the roller in the middle section, then begin to pull your hair from the ends and begin wrapping the hair around the roller towards the top of your scalp. Leave the rollers in for 20 – 30 minutes, and before releasing the rollers, be sure to give your hair a spritz with hairspray. 

4. Change Your Parting

Something as small as changing your parting can instantly boost your volume. If you’re looking to add volume, we’d recommend a side parting. Start by parting your hair on the opposite side and use a root-lifting spray or hairspray to give the hair an extra added oomph. If you’re wanting to add volume to the hair, stay away from the middle part as this will cause your hair to look fat and lifeless. 

Volumising Hair Products

5. Volumising Shampoo and Conditioner

We’d recommend using a shampoo and conditioner specifically for volumising the hair. People with thin or fine hair seem to struggle with volume the most, so also try shampoo designed for thin or fine hair. Using products specifically formulated for fine and thin hair, helps to add bulk to the individual strands of hair, whilst conditioning each individual strand and ensuring hair is left feeling thicker and bouncier. 

6. Root-Lifting Spray

Root-lifting sprays are a game changer when it comes to revamping limp, lifeless hair – the results that you can achieve with this product is incredible! This is the key product in your haircare routine if you’re after big, sexy hair! Spray generously on your roots, then style as desired. 

7. Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoo adds texture and volume to the hair but be careful not to use too much as it can leave your hair feeling dirtier than before. Spray dry shampoo lightly over your hair and massage into the roots – giving you a volumized look with plenty of texture and dimension. 

8. Volumising Mousse

Volumising mousse should be your best friend if your lifeless, limp, flat hair is looking for plenty of volume. You’ll need a volumising mousse and a hairdryer to achieve this look. Start by applying the mousse to damp hair and blow-drying the hair with a round brush. Once the hair is completely dry, style as desired. 

9. Texturizing Spray

Texturising Spray is a great way to add volume and dimension, giving your hair that much needed lift. To get the best result, apply this upside down blow-dry your hair to activate the product. Afterwards, style as desired. 

Styling Tips for Volume

10. Use a Round Brush While Blow-Drying

Using a round brush whilst blow-drying your hair will give the ultimate ‘salon-finished’ blow dry and plenty of volume. For this look, you’ll need a round brush and a blow dryer. Start by sectioning the hair, then use a brush to lift hair at the roots whilst blow-drying and set with a cool shot of air and hairspray. 

11. Create Beach Waves

Perhaps one of the easiest ways to achieve volumised hair is by braiding your hair before you head to bed for the night, creating beach waves. All you’ll need for this look is 2 hair bobbles to hold your plaits in place. Dampen your hair, remove any extra moisture with a towel – you don’t want to go to bed with soaking wet hair! We’d recommend using curl cream at this step if you’re wanting more drastic results. Braid your hair in two Dutch or French braids and head to sleep for the night. These braids usually take upwards to 5 hours or more to set. Remove the braids after sleeping and you’ll have plenty of volume! 

12. Try a Voluminous Ponytail

Start by teasing the crown and gathering the hair into a high ponytail. This style is all able volume, so try to get your hair as high up as possible. Then secure the hair with a ponytail and fluff it up to add volume and texture. This look is both sleek and volumised at the same time – so elegant!

13. Use Hair Extensions

If you have a problem with lifeless, dull hair then hair extensions could be the answer to giving the illusion of thicker hair and adding instant volume to the hair. If you’re looking for volume, we’d recommend trying Fusion Hair Extensions – which attach to your natural hair by bonding the extension strand to your own hair strand. These extensions are extremely popular as they blend seamlessly with your natural hair. Fusion hair extensions are great for adding volume as the can be strategically placed to lift the hair. 

14. Sleep with Your Hair in a Bun

Sleeping with your hair in a bun can give you added volume as soon as you wake up! Brush your hair up towards the top of your head, using a hair tie, such as a scrunchie or fabric hair tie, to secure your ponytail. Create a bun by wrapping your hair in a circle around the centre of the ponytail, securing your loose bun with another hair tie. We’d recommend running a small amount of oil through your hair before doing the updo. In the morning, remove your loose bun and style as desired.

15. Crimp Your Roots

Crimping your roots adds texture and lift to your hair and is very easy to do! For this look, all you’ll need is a crimping iron. Begin by sectioning the hair, then crimp the roots close to the scalp to lift the hair, then styled as desired. 

Lifestyle Changes for Better Hair Volume

16. Eat a Balanced Diet

Certain foods can contribute to your hair’s overall health. Diets high in processed foods, excessive dairy and sugar, unhealthy fats can stimulate the production of sebum, leading to dirtier hair. We’d recommend following a balanced diet to maintain a healthier feeling scalp and improve the overall structure of your hair. Foods that are high in vitamins, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and biotin, such as eggs, salmon, spinach, and avocados, are all a great addition to your diet if you’re looking to grow extra lengths. 

17. Stay Hydrated

Being properly hydrated is one of the best things you can do for your hair. Not only does it prevent split ends and a brittle hair texture, but it improves your hair’s overall health – nourishing the hair from the root to the tip. This will make the hair less prone to breakage, as water is a key ingredient that supports the retention of vitamins for your hair. This means that upping your daily water intake can massively contribute to your hair’s appearance – helping it to look thicker and healthier.

18. Reduce Stress

We know that it’s sometimes hard to reduce stress, but that might be what’s stopping you for achieving your hair goals! Your hair has a mind of its own! Stress can cause your sebaceous glands to go into overdrive, leaving your hair feeling dirty, oily, and flat. So, if you find yourself being stressed often and you think that that’s the root cause of your hair not growing, then try relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga or walk in fresh air. 

19. Avoid Over-Washing

Over-washing the hair can strip the hair of its natural oils, which can cause the scalp to dry out, which will leave the hair looking flat and lifeless. Unfortunately, over-washing also causes the scalp to naturally produce more oils to rehydrate it, meaning the hair can often be left feeling dirtier or oilier. We’d recommend challenging yourself to go longer between washes, slowly washing your hair less and less. 

20. Get Regular Trims

Regular trims are the key to keeping hair looking fresh and healthy, as it helps to seal the ends of the hair – preventing breakage, damage, and those pesky split ends. We’d recommend getting you hair cut every 6 – 8 weeks to keep the hair looking its best. Clients often fear losing length, but if volume is what you’re after, then your hair won’t be weighed down at the roots which will leave you with volumised locks! 

Professional Volume Treatments at Rush

Rush offers a range of professional treatments specifically targeted towards adding volume to the hair such as, blowouts, volumising cuts and specialised treatments. These treatments will help to create longer-lasting volume and give your hair that extra oomph! If you’re after voluminous hair then leave it to the professionals at RUSH. 

Book Your Hair Appointment Now

Ready to transform your look? Book your hair appointment with our skilled stylists at Rush.co.uk or find a hairdresser near you to embark on your personalised volumising journey. Our experts are here to bring your hair dreams to life.