A sophisticated cut

The right cut is the basis for great hair volume. But which one is best for fine hair? "The basic requirement: the top hair should always be the longest point, then the hair can be layered. Longer, thinner hair needs blunt lines to make it look fuller," explains expert Max Höhn, brand ambassador for Joico. For women for whom long hair may not look so good, a sophisticated short haircut or a layered bob can create more volume. Over-chin length is particularly popular at the moment. Carrées suit every woman and are also easy to style. However, anything that is cut very feathery or thinned out makes the hair look even finer. A compact shape with a soft, flowing gradation is always better. A "calligraphy cut" is also recommended (ask your hairdresser).

The right care for more hair volume

The basis for more volume in the hair starts with shampooing. Regular washing is the be-all and end-all for a voluminous hairstyle. It is just as important to use the right products to keep your hair healthy and shiny. But what is the best way to treat thin, fine, limp hair? "Never use products that contain oil, but rather formulations that strengthen the hair. Shampoos and conditioners that are specially designed for this hair type are ideal. They do not weigh hair down and also have a thickening effect," says the expert. And another tip: "Always comb the conditioner in and leave it to work, then rinse it out naturally." If you suffer from hair loss, use supportive and strengthening tinctures with ginseng, gingko or caffeine.

• Shampoo: Opt for a high-quality volumizing product. It contains special ingredients that plump up fine hair a little. Important: use sparingly.
• Conditioner: Only apply to the lengths and ends, it has no place at the roots as it will only weigh the hair down.
• In general: Silicones should not be included in the products because they dry out the hair and make it flat.

The right styling for fine hair

Prepare well: Before you use the hairdryer to create more hair volume, you need to prepare towel-dried hair a little. You have several options.

• Mousse: It makes the hair more voluminous. Work a small amount into the entire hair.
• Teasing spray: This is a good choice if you only want to add volume to the roots. It lifts and strengthens the hair here.
• Curlers: The perfect alternative and well suited to fine hair. To prepare, spray blow-dry lotion onto towel-dried hair. Now curl the hair in sections and leave to dry well.
• Dry Texturizer: These are texturizing sprays that provide more hold.

Blow-dry for volume: Blow-dry the hair briefly, using your fingers to loosen the hair texture at the top of the head. Now blow dry individual strands at a time using a round brush. For a beautiful curl: twist the ends slightly inwards.

• Alternatively, use two round brushes at the same time. This allows the hair to cool down on one brush while you continue working with the other.

More volume for hairstyles: tricks with hairpieces

The perfect solution for anyone with a fine hair texture who would like a little more volume in their hair.

• The hairpiece is attached to the top of the head with clips and covers the bangs of your own hair. It can be styled and styled as desired.
• Even an updo can be instantly made more glamorous with a cleverly placed hairpiece.

Support with color

Color also plays a role in our hair volume, especially if the hair is to be manageable and a great eye-catcher when pinned up. Max Höhn: "The roots should never be lighter and should never be grown out. Ideally, the roots should be one to three shades darker than the lengths and ends. This gives depth and the hair looks visibly fuller. Surfer strands are ideal for fine hair. They make the hair look like more. The stripe technique from the nineties is also great. Here, vertical strands are placed around the atlas bone, giving the hair more fullness." If you don't want to go to the hairdresser, you can use DIY kits.