Sometimes, bigger is better, no? We often say, “go big or go home” when it comes to aeroplane seats, slices of baked cheesecake, and even your gorgeous crown of curls. However, if your curly hair is fine or low in density, getting maximum volume (without drying out your strands or sacrificing definition) can be a little trickier than what those Instagram beauties make it look like.
The good news is that there are numerous volume-boosting techniques you can try out. Add these five ways to achieve fuller-looking, more voluminous curls to your checklist now.
These Are Some Tips & Tricks To Add Volume To Your Curly Mane
Plop It Up
Your hair weighs down at the roots when it is wet. If you let your hair dry as it is, it’s probably going to look lifeless. So plopping is one approach to avoid the wet dog appearance. Plopping is a curly girl’s method where you compress your waves and curls into a t-shirt or microfiber towel and tie it on top of your head to partially dry. A step-by-step guide on how to plop is available here. This is a critical stage in your hair wash regimen for many wavies and curlies.
Dry Your Hair Upside-Down
We advise using a diffuser to quicken the drying process if you don’t have time to let things air dry naturally. Bring the diffuser up toward your roots as you diffuse your hair so that the air blows upward rather than downward. Flip your head upside down and diffuse the roots while inverted for even more volume. This will assist in expanding the roots. When you blow down, you are forcing your roots back down in order to maintain a flat top.
Try “Root Clipping”
Curlies, root clipping is a relatively easy process that uses cleverly positioned claw clips to provide long-lasting height at the scalp. The only fab hack you curly girls require for optimal volume is claw clipping at the crown of your hair. After which, you can air dry or blow dry your hair to preserve the texture and lengths of your curls without causing heat damage. Tiny metal clips are preferable for fine, thin locks because they don’t tug as much and have a gentler hold.
Opt For A Volumising Hair Product
The majority of your hair’s volume typically resides at the crown or even at the roots. Use a volumising mousse to enhance this area. While a volumising spray works best on dry hair, root lifting gels, lotions, and mousse work well on wet hair as well. For the best results, pick one that works with your routine. Otherwise, the product won’t offer you any additional volume and your hair may wind up looking like it has too much oil in it.
Choose The Right Haircut
No matter what anyone says, a haircut with only one length can make your curls lose their volume. A good curly hair expert can restyle your hair to give it a fuller, more balanced appearance where the curls fit together like a puzzle to create a style that isn’t too flat on top or too thick at the ends.
Ready to add some volume and drama to your hair?
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