Volume can be easily achieved when styling long, thin, straight hair using the appropriate haircut and techniques. Light locks can look full and voluminous with some simple tricks such as backcombing, balayage highlights, and other volumizing methods.
Center-parted, long, sleek styles can also help give the illusion of thicker hair. Combine it with face-framing layers and a bright blonde balayage for radiant results.
Dome Cut
Light layering is an effective way to add movement and volume to thin, long strands that are straight. The technique creates an attractive natural look that works equally well when worn loose or styled into an updo with added texture.
Although having a luxurious mane can be alluring, sometimes you want a break from styling commitments. A buzz cut may be just the thing to tame thin locks like Jason Statham’s. A number 2-3 cut will do nicely or go as far as nearing a bald dome like Jason Statham has achieved with his.
Even a buzz cut looks beautiful when highlighted with striking highlights, like this bronde color melt or blonde balayage with its blend of darker and lighter tones for depth. Pair the style with face-framing bangs for a versatile yet stunning look!
Blunt Cut
In an age when layers have fallen out of fashion, a blunt cut will always look fresh and contemporary. A chin-length blunt bob can suit all face shapes perfectly, while adding texture or highlights can only heighten its impact further.
Try adding balance to your collarbone-grazing blunt lob with a deeper side part like Camila Cabello’s breathtaking haircut, then complete it with chic red-patterned bangs that frame your face for a stylish effect.
Remember that a blunt haircut requires additional maintenance in terms of regular trims to maintain the length and shape of your locks – however, its results make up for any extra care! Plus, its sleek modernity pairs perfectly with any outfit or accessory!
Side Swept Long Waves
Long, straight hair doesn’t need to stop you from rocking an eye-catching wavy style! Use a heat protectant and texture spray before curling for the most natural-looking wavy effect, followed by caramel balayage or other natural highlights to give your strands volume and a beautiful finish.
Your stylist can add feathered layers beginning from your chin down for a more structured and shapely appearance, creating fuller silhouettes with free-flowing curtain bangs to frame your face and complement the length of your strands. Finally, complete this look with light, warm-toned highlights for added dimension and contrast.
Updo
Updos are timeless yet fashionable hairstyles, perfect for any special occasion. Accessorizing or styling can elevate a simple updo into something genuinely magnificent; a braided section adds volume, while the bun creates the illusion that your strands are thicker.
A low updo with a braided section pinned at the crown is particularly effective on thin hair as braids add extra volume while the bun gives off the impression of thicker locks.
Are you interested in creating an elegant look? Add a cute bow to your hair for added eye-catching charm, use BedHead by Tigi Queen for a Day root volumizing product or light layering for volume and texture in your strands for the additional lift, or use Bed head by Tigi bedHead root volumizing products to give them that extra lift you need!
Messy Bun
This messy bun hairstyle works beautifully on thin straight hair. This look pairs nicely with flowers or elegant bobby pins and works even better when accessorized with a headband or bandana accessories – ideal for casual outings!
As this gives more volume to the hair and helps prevent the flattening of your bun, dry shampoo or texturizing spray can add texture and hold.
Try braiding some small strands before creating the bun for more structure and flair. It is an attractive, sophisticated, and chic way to wear a messy bun that works both in the office and for evening outings.
