How can you make thinning and fine hair look thicker?
We know that due to lockdown, your hair may be bearing the brunt of Covid-19, with missed salon appointments and salon closures. We cannot wait to get back into our two beautiful salons in Bristol and tend to neglected locks. In the meantime, we want to share some ways in which you can make thin, limp hair look more alive from the comfort of your own home!
Length:
Shorter styles can add body and texture around the face. Think Judy Dench and Helen Mirren, both of whom have opted for this trick to add movement and shape. In straying away from longer tresses, you accentuate your cheekbones, and adding a fringe will also give the appearance of luxe full hair around the face, distracting from finer hair. Even though you’re currently unable to have your hair cut, make a mood board of what styles you like and on reopening, the Bloggs team will be ready to create your dream look.
Colour:
If you’re going grey, we suggest working with a lighter base to avoid anything dark on your roots, which will only magnify finer hair. Instead, use colouring techniques such as highlights to add body. Pre-lightener is great on shorter cuts as it gently swells the cuticle and can make your hair feel thicker. Of course, you should leave this to the experts! We’ll do a full colour consultation to choose the right shades and placement for maximum impact and as a colour specialist hair salon in Bristol, we pride ourselves in providing our clients with colours and styles to enhance their look.
Product:
Even though we are unable to provide you with our hair services in this current climate, there are products you can use at home to nurture lifeless locks. Shampoos and conditioners with the ingredients vitamin b6 and biotin are great for giving hair a boost and when it comes to styling products, ensure you use heat protection sprays, which will give volume and structure to the hair as it dries. Salt spray is also great to give a boost of texture and inject hair with life for those Monday morning zoom calls.
Our easy blow-dry step-by-step to try at home:
- Wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner.
- Pop your hair in a microfiber towel to remove excess water (you can buy these online).
- Apply your styling product such as a salt or heat protection spray.
- Ensure your hairdryer is on a low heat and speed setting to avoid damage to the hair.
- Hold your hair in the direction you want it to fall.
- Using your free hand, move in a circular motion on the scalp to create a massaging motion. This will add some texture and volume.
